Science & Nature - Kids

Smart mouth K.C. and witty Kayla are exploring the subject of MATTER. Their curiosity for science is taking them on a fun learning experience.Carol Basdeo is a stay-at-home mother of two. Carol has always had a passion for science. She taught integrated science for...

The sibling duo is back at it again. Join the two fun and curious busy bodies as they explore the science behind the life cycle of an apple.Carol Basdeo is a stay-at-home mother of two. Carol has always had a passion for science. She...

This is a little book to teach young scientists about how to be safe in the lab!Author: Ivy Fetters,Heather Nicole HamtilISBN-10: 1720333041ISBN-13: 9781720333043Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/27/2018Pages: 26Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.07d

A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about star-nosed moles. Readers learn about their underground habitat, feeding habits, their ultra-sensitive nose tentacles, and modes of survival. Includes fun facts, table of contents, glossary, further resources, and index.Author: Wendy PerkinsISBN-10: 168152192XISBN-13: 9781681521923Publisher: Amicus High InterestLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about the frilled lizard that lives in Australia. Readers learn about how they use their frill to scare away predators, their habitat, feeding habits, predators, and life cycle. Includes fun facts, table of contents, glossary, further resources, and...

The sun sets, and an aye-aye wakes up! Learn all about how the awesome aye-aye survives the forest at night.Author: Colleen SextonISBN-10: 1647471516ISBN-13: 9781647471514Publisher: Bearport BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 8.80h x 7.20w x 0.20d

Take a look at the world's weirdest nature stories--from fire rainbows to ghost trees. These stories are too strange to be made up! Written with a high interest level to appeal to a more mature audience and a lower level of complexity with clear...

The My Favorite Animal series lets the earliest readers explore the animal kingdom. Mountain Lion examines the characteristics and habitat of the stealthy creature in a simple way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a glossary and index.Author: Virginia...

The My Favorite Animal series lets the earliest readers explore the animal kingdom. Moose examines the characteristics and habitat of the gangly forest mammal in a simple way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a glossary and index.Author: Virginia...

The My Favorite Animal series lets the earliest readers explore the animal kingdom. Red Fox examines the characteristics and habitat of the sly forest mammal in a simple way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a glossary and index.Author:...

An elementary introduction to the physics involved in the sport of baseball, including scientific concepts such as momentum and trajectory, and actions such as pitching and batting.Author: Valerie BoddenISBN-10: 1608186539ISBN-13: 9781608186532Publisher: Creative EducationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2016Pages: 24Format: Library BindingWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 8.90h x 8.80w x 0.30dAccelerated...

Originally imported to United Kingdom for their fur, the American mink has wiped out native species. This series highlights the innovative technology scientists use to track and control this invasive population. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions....

Eastern gray squirrels threaten red squirrel populations across Europe. This series highlights the innovative technology scientists use to track and control this invasive population. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers to think, create, guess, and ask questions. Book includes a table of contents, glossary,...

Burmese pythons were imported into the United States from exotic pet trades, but now this predator has made its home in the Everglades. This series highlights the innovative technology scientists use to track and control this invasive population. Engaging inquiry-based sidebars encourage young readers...

Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. What is antimatter? If we've never seen antimatter, how do we know it exists? These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Antimatter title...

Explore the dark side of space in Out of this World, a new and exciting series for struggling readers. What is dark matter? How does it move our galaxy? These and other fascinating questions are discussed in the Dark Matter title using considerate text...

Some of the greatest inventions that changed the modern world have been based on nature. In Cat's Eyes to Reflectors, readers will discover how the invention of reflectors were inspired by the mechanics of a cat's eye. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index,...

Some of the greatest inventions that changed the modern world have been based on nature. In Kingfishers to Bullet Trains, readers will discover how the invention of bullet trains were modeled after the face of kingfisher birds. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index,...

Some of the greatest inventions that changed the modern world have been based on nature. In Lampreys to Robots, readers will discover how the invention of robots were inspired by the lamprey. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, and sidebars.Author: Jennifer...

Follow the folks at Gretta's Goats as they raise adorable goats for goat milk soaps and cheeses and discover all the ways small scale farmers contribute to what we eat--and how we live! Aligned to curriculum standards, these books also highlight key 21st Century...

Some of the greatest inventions that changed the modern world have been based on nature. In Birds to Aircraft, readers will discover how the invention of the aircraft was inspired by the flight of birds. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies,...

Some of the greatest inventions that changed the modern world have been based on nature. In Porcupine Quills to Needles, readers will discover how the invention of needles were inspired by the porcupine quills. Book includes table of contents, glossary, index, author biographies, and...

The My Favorite Animal series lets the earliest readers explore the animal kingdom. Mountain Lion examines the characteristics and habitat of the stealthy creature in a simple way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a glossary and index.Author: Virginia...

The My Favorite Animal series lets the earliest readers explore the animal kingdom. Moose examines the characteristics and habitat of the gangly forest mammal in a simple way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a glossary and index.Author: Virginia...

What if you were the size of a school bus? Well, you'd probably need a new house, for starters! Meet the iguanodon, an herbivore dinosaur who weighed tons--literally! Learn about what life was like for these spiky-thumbed plant-eaters, and become an iguanodon expert with...

Every year, scientists send people and robots into our solar system to explore space. How are scientists preparing for journeys to Mars? What are robotic explorers and how do they study the incredible planets and moons at the outer reaches of our solar system?...

The world's fastest supercomputer can perform 200,000 trillion calculations per second. It is in the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Discover this and many other exciting technological advancements in Information Technology, one of the titles in the STEM Today series.Author: John...

Researchers at Denison University, in Ohio, have set up an electronic laboratory to study how physics impacts dance performances. The laboratory includes wearable motion-capture reflectors to track movement and render it digitally. Discover this and many other exciting technological advancements in Entertainment Industry, one...

Researchers at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, in Tennessee, invented a new device called LABRADOR. It uses smell to help find dead bodies. Discover this and many other exciting technological advancements in Forensics, one of the titles in the STEM Today series.Author: John PerritanoISBN-10:...

Humans have used geothermal power for many years. Native Americans used hot springs to cook food more than 10,000 years ago. Find out more about this sustainable form of energy in Geothermal Power.Author: Linda Crotta BrennanISBN-10: 1510539115ISBN-13: 9781510539112Publisher: LightboxLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2018Pages: 32Format: Library BindingWeight:...

Highlights fascinating facts about dogs, from their domestication to their role as beloved pets today. Learn about the Saint Bernard who saved the lives of more than 40 people, dogs that yodel instead of bark, the Japanese dog that spent nine years waiting for...

Introduces readers to Ruth's day at a family reunion. Discusses the concept of family by showing Ruth with many family members, including her grandparents, her aunt, and her sisters. Additional features to aid comprehension include vivid photographs, Extended Learning activities, a phonetic glossary, and...

Introduces readers to Mark's day volunteering. Discusses the concept of citizenship by showing that volunteering and helping the community are ways to be a good citizen. Additional features to aid comprehension include vivid photographs, Extended Learning activities, a phonetic glossary, and sources for further...

Introduces readers to Ivy's day making a craft. Discusses the concept of measuring by showing how Ivy uses her ruler to make her art project. Additional features to aid comprehension include vivid photographs, Extended Learning activities, a phonetic glossary, and sources for further research.Author:...

Introduces readers to Ella's day exploring the park with her dad. Discusses the concept of shapes by showing Ella identify shapes in the park. Additional features to aid comprehension include vivid photographs, Extended Learning activities, a phonetic glossary, and sources for further research.Author: Charly...

Did you know that many animals have babies during spring? Baby rabbits are born blind and without fur. Find out more in Animals, an All About Spring book. This is an AV2 media enhanced book. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks...

Did you know that wood can be used to make paper? It is turned into a pulp by a machine. Discover more interesting facts about this material in Wood, a part of the Everyday Materials series. Each title, which has been developed for children...

Did you know that water covers about 70 percent of Earth's surface? All living things need it to live. Discover more interesting facts about this material in Water, a part of the Everyday Materials series. Each title, which has been developed for children ages...

Did you know that glass is made from sand? The sand is heated to a high temperature to turn it into a liquid. Discover more interesting facts about this material in Glass, part of the Everyday Materials series. Each title, which has been developed...

Did you know that metal is found inside rocks? After it is separated from a rock, it can be made into many different things. Discover more interesting facts about this material in Metal, a part of the Everyday Materials series. Each title, which has...

After a cold winter, spring is an exciting season no matter where you live. Young readers learn about the science behind spring in simple, easily accessible text. Readers will explore the growth of new plants, animals coming out of hibernation, and the regrowth of...

Robots perform many tasks to help all branches of the armed forces. Drones are used for military reconnaissance, flying over enemy forces and collecting information. Robots can find and dispose of bombs, transport troops and even fire missiles. This book explores the technology behind...

Robots are used for all kinds of underwater tasks. They can map the ocean floor, test water quality, and even explore shipwrecks. This book looks at the amazing science and engineering behind underwater robots. It includes real world examples and colour photographs that help...

This eBook for Developing Readers teaches students about weather and reading temperature. Supplemented with full color photographs, this eBook helps teach readers the basics of thermometers and weather through easy-to-follow language.Author: Marc BrodfuerhrerISBN-10: 1435801059ISBN-13: 9781435801059Publisher: Rosen ClassroomLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2009Format: Paperback

All of us have a rich ancestral background. This book explains ancestry and our global community. Books of the Real Life Readers Program use real life scenario narratives to help readers further develop content-area reading, writing, and comprehension skills.Author: Therese M. SheaISBN-10: 1435800737ISBN-13: 9781435800731Publisher:...

It's nearly impossible to look around and not see a wood-based product. From paper to bedframes, humankind has a long relationship with using trees to furnish our world. This book teaches children how the wood-based items around them came to be. Books of the...

This eBook for Developing Readers teaches students the needs of living things. Supplemented with full color photographs, this eBook helps teach readers the basics of plant life through easy-to-follow language.Author: Neil O'GormanISBN-10: 1435800672ISBN-13: 9781435800670Publisher: Rosen ClassroomLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2009Format: Paperback

With their eye-popping colors and beautifully patterned wings, butterflies get a lot of attention for their appearance. But did you know that butterflies can taste and smell with their feet? Or that some butterflies can look like leaves to hide from enemies? Learn all...

Some rain forest frogs have colors that hide them from enemies. Other frogs stand with their shades and patterns. A few frogs are almost see-through! Leap inside Frogs/Ranas to learn more about these amazing rain forest animals.Author: Julie GuidoneISBN-10: 1433900645ISBN-13: 9781433900648Publisher: Gareth Stevens PublishingLanguage:...

Glass explores what glass is, where it comes from, how it's made, what its properties are, and what it is used for.Author: Abby ColichISBN-10: 1432980149ISBN-13: 9781432980146Publisher: Heinemann Educational BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2013Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.50lbsSize: 8.10h x 7.00w x 0.40dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 1.3Point Value: 0.5Interest...