Science & Nature - Kids

Swim along with the regal tang on the reef. These eye-catching fish start out yellow and get bluer with age Learn what they eat and how they survive in the big ocean.Author: Gail Saunders-Smith, Mari SchuhISBN-10: 1491460415ISBN-13: 9781491460412Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2015Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight:...

As a war tribute to Crete, King Aegeus of Athens is forced to give 14 tributes as a sacrifice to the minotaur, a creature that is half-man, half-bull. To complete his quest and save the tributes from a horrible fate, Theseus must travel to...

Rated 5 Stars - It's a fun, enlightening and instructive adventure into our oceans Dolphins and Porpoises Children Picture Book: This fully-illustrated children's book exudes realism and insights into these endearing mammals How often have you walked along the sea shore looking into the...

Discover the wonders of worms Be amazed at what worms can do Wiggly Workers will take you on a composting adventure with pictures and rhymeAuthor: Diane CheekISBN-10: 1463400225ISBN-13: 9781463400224Publisher: AuthorhouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/28/2011Pages: 28Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.15lbsSize: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.07d

Hold onto your cape, you're about to become an expert on the high-flying science behind superpowers in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a series about the science of fun stuff! Did you know that advancements in robotics could soon make super-powered...

Learn the science behind the fun of amusement parks in this fact-tastic nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a series about the science of fun stuff! Did you know that a rollercoaster does not need an engine or power source of its own? And...

From an armadillo to a zebra and everything in between, this rhyming picture book for children shares a journey through the alphabet featuring animals that meow, growl, and howl. Through words and illustrations, author Patty Copper offers a creative way to learn the ABC's,...

A tour through California's Yosemite National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Half Dome, El Capitan, the Merced River, Tuolumne Meadows, and John Muir are all discussed. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table of contents, informative...

A tour through Yellowstone National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Grand Loop Road, Uncle Tom's Trail, Isa Lake, and Shoshone influences are all discussed. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions and...

A tour through California's Redwood National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Lady Bird Johnson Grove, Big Tree, High Bluff Overlook, and Yurok influences are all discussed. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table of contents, informative...

A tour through Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Kilauea, Mauna Loa, Crater Rim Drive, Captain Cook, and Polynesian influences are all discussed, including the legend of Pele. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a...

A tour through Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Menor's Ferry, Mount Moran, The Old Patriarch, and Shoshone influences are all discussed. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table of contents, informative captions...

A tour through South Dakota's Badlands National Park introduces the park's flora, fauna, topography, history, weather, and attractions. Visitor centers, overlooks, the Badlands Loop Road, as well as the Pine Ridge Reservation are all discussed. Additional features to aid in comprehension include a table...

Introduces readers to Tom's day of looking through a telescope. Discusses the Moon and Sun through Tom's experience. Additional features to aid comprehension include vivid photographs, Common Core questions and activities, a phonetic glossary, and sources for further research.Author: Kerry DinmontISBN-10: 1503820173ISBN-13: 9781503820173Publisher: Child's...

"The completely partially scientifically accurate alphabet book for the children of science and cartoon dinosaur enthusiasts everywhere." Let's face it, it's probably more for the adults than the kids, but this cute and quirky science themed ABC book is great for a laugh and...

This workbook, with 30 science experiments and 50 quiz questions, covers the following topics: Physical Science, Life Science, Earth Science, and Contributions to Science If you are homeschooling (or if you are just trying to get extra practice for your child), then you already...

Everyone is familiar with magnets, but how much do we know about how they actually work? This book explores the basics of magnets, looking at topics such as poles, electromagnets, and how we use the Earth's magnetic field to find our way.Author: Louise Spilsbury,...

"This book about the exciting and inspiring true story of Apollo 8, the first crewed spaceship to break free of Earth's orbit and reach the moon, tells the story of these three brave men, the frantic rush to get their rocket ready, and the...

In the follow-up to the hit book Bet You Didn't Know, you'll discover even more incredible facts and mind-boggling tidbits to stun your friends and wow your teachers Did you know that scallops have dozens of tiny blue eyes? That glass can form when...

During the day, the sun shines, birds tweet, and bees buzz. Earth is awake But what happens at night? The moon -- and a whole new group of animals come out to play Adult and child readers can cuddle up and read aloud and...

Grab a pencil and put on your Weird but True hat It's time to explore our amazing and very weird world with the newest spin-off of the Weird but True series, where YOU get to illustrate just how strange and cool our world can...

This big, bright spiral-bound activity book encourages kids to get outside and play It's chock full of stencils, stickers, stickers, pull-outs, games, trivia, puzzles, and cutouts that encourage exploration and learning in the great outdoors. It's the perfect gift for any parent wanting to...

Put on your suit of armor and grab your bear spray because it's time to explore the deadly side of things. This is the perfect book for curious boys and girls who want the real scoop on predators, natural disasters, and dangerous jobs. That's...

Watch out! This book will scramble your eyeballs and boggle your brain with Perplexing Puzzles, Impossible Illusions, Loopy Lines, and more dizzying delights! Sound like fun? Explore the mysteries that lie right inside our own minds (including the key scientific concepts of perspective and...

Do you think spies are stupendous? Ninjas are neat? Mysteries are more than meet the private eye? Then you'll love That's Sneaky, the most surprising and suspenseful information that we're legally permitted to print. Jam-packed into this top secret title is the most classified...

Eggs are awesome But how come some birds' eggs are HUGE while others' are tiny? How do chicks come out of them? Imagine if humans were born from eggs WOWAuthor: Becky BainesISBN-10: 1426304080ISBN-13: 9781426304088Publisher: National Geographic KidsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/10/2009Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 7.60h x...

From the author of Optics and Shifting Shores comes a detailed and mesmerizing look into the mystery of mass extinctions. Vanishing Life takes readers into the fascinating phenomenon of mass extinction as Jeff Hecht bust myths with shocking facts in this spellbinding book. In...

A rhythmic poem and supporting informational text that captures the wonder of animal response to the approaching winter. Learn how different animals prepare for, adapt to and behave in the cold winter months. Coauthored and illustrated by sisters who grew up in Vermont, this...

A rhythmic poem and supporting informational text that captures the wonder of animal response to the approaching winter. Learn how different animals prepare for, adapt to and behave in the cold winter months. Coauthored and illustrated by sisters who grew up in Vermont, this...

The Level I Physics Student Laboratory Workbook contains ten experiments that coincide with the ten chapters of the Level I Physics Student Text. The experiments include- investigating momentum (Experiment 4), building a penny battery (Experiment 5), and exploring light and sound waves (Chapter 10).Author:...

From the Universe to You combines the beauty of natural wonders and family bonds to present a complex topic--the universe and our place in it--in a lyrical manner intended to both inform and spur the imagination. In so doing, the story and colorful illustrations...

When Mother Earth bids goodnight, / the world is bathed in silver light. / She says, "Goodnight, my precious ones." / Nature's song has just begun. Mother Earth's Lullaby is a gentle bedtime call to some of the world's most endangered animals. Rhythm, rhyme,...

Did you know that honey is really bee barf? That grizzly bears sometimes eat rotting meat? Or that turkey vultures poop on their own feet? Nature's Yucky uses kids' natural fascination with the stinky, the gross, and the icky to help them learn more...

Activity book featuring mazes set in National Parks of the American West.Author: Rising MoonISBN-10: 087358810XISBN-13: 9780873588102Publisher: Cooper Square PubLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2002Pages: 64Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.52lbsSize: 10.98h x 8.52w x 0.30d

What creepy-crawlies live in your back yard? Find out: - where a grasshopper keeps its ears; - why a shield bug is also called a stink bug; - how spiders catch and store their dinner. It's a bug jungle out there!Author: Louise A. SpilsburyISBN-10:...

What isn't top secret in the military? Readers will be intrigued by the scientific ingenuity (past and present) brought about by wartime need, from field medicine innovations to weapons. A concluding chapter features "tomorrow's secrets," or what military research is likely to yield in...

Scientists have solved problems as varied as the germ theory of disease and the start of our universe. This amazing book outlines the great discoveries made and the principles followed by scientists who explore our world. Readers will enjoy reading the stories behind each...

How can modern forensic tools help solve the mystery of ancient Aztec skull masks? What can we learn about Aztec life from the forensic analysis of their art? Can chemical analysis teach us about how Aztecs treated disease - and why millions were killed...

What can modern forensic tools teach us about existing and newly uncovered artifacts from ancient Chinese dynasties? How can we learn about human migration from the discovery of preserved bodies? Can today's technology uncover new clues about the Great Wall of China? Dive into...

Although some insects are considered pests, children will be surprised to discover just how important all insects are to the other living things on Earth, including people! Easy-to-understand text and vivid photographs help children discover - the roles insects play in pollination - how...

From eating pests to being a source of food for other animals, insects play a vital role in the world. This exciting new title examines some of the many ways insects are helpful to other living things and helpful to the Earth. This informative...

Solids, liquids, and gases are the three states of matter. But have you ever made matter change from one state to another? Or seen how even invisible matter takes up space? Now you can Explore matter with the fun experiments you'll find in this...

Electricity powers lights, computers, and television sets. But have you seen how electricity can make objects stick together? Or make other objects pull apart? Now you can Explore electricity with the fun experiments you'll find in this book. As part of the Searchlight Books(TM)...

Caffeine consumption has become commonplace amongst young adults in recent years, with many teens, up to 80 percent, eagerly reaching for coffee or energy drinks on a regular basis. Caffeinated substances are legal, widely used by society, and often touted as having health benefits,...

Within the past twenty years, the space shuttle has launched 3 million pounds of cargo, transported more than 600 passengers and pilots, and logged more than 366 million miles. What began as a space race, space exploration is now a global effort, to search...

What causes the seasons to change? How many hours do elephants spend eating each day? What are the largest creatures that ever lived? Read this book to find out Part of World Book's Learning Ladders series, this book introduces children to the basic needs...

Daisy and the Dirty Dozen is the heartwarming and fun story of a female mallard duck and her 12 ducklings that take up residence in a suburban family's swimming pool.The Wallace family take the 13 ducks "under their wing" and are able to watch...

Could I sit on a cloud? Could anyone live on the moon? Can I make my own rainbow? This book takes a fun look at science by asking and answering a series of quirky yet thought-provoking questions such as these! Although primarily a recreational...

Globes literally help us to put the whole world, in our hands. Readers are guided into the world of globes and learn how they are made and used. Books of the Real Life Readers Program use real life scenario narratives to help readers further...

The coolest kid-friendly Minecraft projects If you have a Minecraft fanatic on your hands, you're about to be the most popular adult on the "block." Offering young Minecraft enthusiasts the ultimate sandbox experience, Building a Minecraft City gives kids aged 7 - 11 an...