Science & Nature - Kids

Readers are invited on a private tour inside the Smithsonian with Smithsonian Field Trips. They will explore the halls of different museums and discover treasured artifacts, such as Alexander Graham Bell's telephone, giant squids, and meteorites from Mars. Readers learn the history behind these...

Did you know that engineers use models to communicate their ideas to others? A model is a representation of a real object. Learn more in How Engineers Build Models, a title in the What Engineers Do series.Author: Reagan MillerISBN-10: 1510554173ISBN-13: 9781510554177Publisher: LightboxLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2020Pages:...

Did you know that many things in our world were designed using engineering? Engineers design things such as cars, alarm clocks, and pencils to make our lives safer and easier. Learn more in How Engineering Affects Our Everyday Lives, a title in the What...

Mary Leakey's work on archaeological digs in the 1930s led her to her husband, Louis, as well as a great interest in prehistoric man. Together, the two found fossils that proved apes and humans had common ancestors. Louis Leakey hired young Jane Goodall in...

While the ever-evolving criminal mind continues to be a menace to society, science is on the case and is ready to track down the worst offenders. Readers explore the science behind combating crime and discover what science is doing to thwart the dishonest and...

A series of workbooks offering integrated content and language support for specific subjects. Breakthrough to CLIL for Physics, Age 14+ helps ESL/EAL students get the most out of their studies when learning subjects through the medium of English. The workbook contains exercises set within...

Ignite your child's imagination with Alligator Alex's Whirling Alphabet Journey, the captivating children's book that will transport them on an unforgettable adventure through the alphabet!Join Alex the Alligator, our fearless protagonist, as he embarks on a thrilling expedition filled with excitement and discovery. From...

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What should you do if you encounter a bear on a nature walk? How can you tell the difference between cow parsley and its poisonous lookalike? And what's the best way to escape quicksand? There's much to learn about the great outdoors--including its dangers....

A spectacularly gigantic fact book from the creative team behind the bestselling FACTopia! series. You are hereby invited to the Palace of Facts, where 400 astonishing facts are on display... Search the treasure room to find out facts about crystals; explore the fossil hall...

Explore the desert-designed for every learner.In this rhythmic, visually accessible picture book, young readers meet the fascinating animals of the desert-one at a time. From the long-eared fennec fox to the quick-footed roadrunner, each page pairs simple, rhyming text with clear, high-contrast photographs to...

Adventures with How Things Workis an immersive exploration of more than 15 scientific concepts and applications that make a difference to our lives. How do we see the world in so many colours? How does the polygraph show that you are telling a lie?...

Adventures with Great Minds is an immersive encounter with 20 of history's most influential people. How did George Stephenson's invention bring progress? Whose imagination gave us the Chinese classic, Journey to the West? What legacy did Clara Barton leave? Learn how Halley's Comet was...

A World of Wonder is an interactive book designed to help children develop a wonder for, and an appreciation of, the world in which we all live.The book combines spectacular images with a variety of verse...from time-honored and classic to new and sometimes humorous.Using...

What if you found a moment every day to learn something new? Wouldn't that be brilliant?Of course, it would! And at the same time, we could forget about being bored and put our brains to good use!"One Interesting Fact a Day" puts children at...

DESIGN AND BUILD IT TO GO: This nonfiction engineering and design book for beginning readers describes how engineers design vehicles to move on land and in the air. Readers will be captivated as they learn the engineering behind these vehicles that go. ENGINEERING READERS...

Shares awesome, disgusting, and unusual facts about school through conversational text and creative images. It's time to take fun fact and trivia books to a whole new level with awesome, disgusting, and unusual facts that kids will rush to share with their friends. Through...

It may be a parent's dream, but imagine life without the Internet or World Wide Web. Would airlines be able to fly? Would our nation's security be at risk? What can be done to safeguard the Internet?Author: Joann Early MackenISBN-10: 1634400534ISBN-13: 9781634400534Publisher: Red Chair...

This book presents the beauty of Colorado in all its glory while examining how features like the majestic Rocky Mountains and powerful Colorado River have shaped the Centennial State. It explores how the regions of Colorado have defined the state and impacted where its...

Animal species have adapted some amazing characteristic, and behaviors, in order to ensure their survival. Readers will be fascinating by some of these adaptations and learn how they occur. Books of the Real Life Readers Program use real life scenario narratives to help readers...

Readers explore the four elements: carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and hydrogen. They will learn that these are the major building blocks of life on Earth. Color photographs and cool graphics make this science endeavor truly fun.Author: Suzanne SladeISBN-10: 1404221719ISBN-13: 9781404221710Publisher: Rosen ClassroomLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/30/2006Pages: 24Format:...

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...

A beautiful sunflower. A cold glass of lemonade. A freshly sharpened pencil. With vibrant, eye-catching photos and fun facts about all things yellow, young readers explore the many familiar ways this bright, cheery color shows up in their world.Author: April R. HughISBN-13: 9798875271953Publisher: Pebble...

A ripe strawberry. A comforting bowl of tomato soup. A toy fire truck. With vibrant, eye-catching photos and fun facts about all things red, young readers explore the many familiar ways this attention-grabbing color shows up in their world.Author: April R. HughISBN-13: 9798875271878Publisher: Pebble...

Follow along as Brittany Bubble Gum goes from the trash can to the garbage truck to the landfill. Engaging and packed with facts, this book takes readers on a step-by-step illustrated adventure to uncover the icky, sticky journey of garbage.Author: Jamee-Marie EdwardsISBN-13: 9798875238048Publisher: Picture...

Grape jelly spread across a slice of bread. A bouquet of beautiful irises. A sweet, juicy plum. With vibrant, eye-catching photos and fun facts about all things purple, young readers explore the many familiar ways this rich, powerful color shows up in their world.Author:...

A strawberry milkshake. A precious piggy bank. A frilly tutu. With vibrant, eye-catching photos and fun facts about all things pink, young readers explore the many familiar ways this soft, cheerful color shows up in their world.Author: April R. HughISBN-13: 9798875271717Publisher: Pebble BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

A favorite teddy bear. A steaming cup of hot chocolate. The rough bark of a tree. With vibrant, eye-catching photos and fun facts about all things brown, young readers explore the many familiar ways this earthy, comforting color shows up in their world.Author: April...

Have you heard of houses built to look like flying saucers? And did you know the first skyscraper ever built was in Chicago? But that certainly wasn't the first big building--it came after the monumental pyramids of ancient Egypt, the huge castles of medieval...

Did you know that the wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago? Vehicles have come a long way since then. The fastest train today can go more than 280 mph (450 kph). And there's a jet that can fly faster than 2,100 mph...

GRADES 3-6: Elementary-aged readers will explore amazing facts about the invention of robotics in this 32-page nonfiction science book, which shows a before-and-after comparison of how robots have had a tremendous impact on our world. INVENTION BOOK FOR KIDS: The introduction of robotics in...

Find Your Future in Mathematics introduces 8 high-interest mathematical careers via reader-friendly profiles and sidebar features that inspire extended learning, online research, and critical thinking skills. Back matter includes additional learning activities.Author: Kelly GunzehauserISBN-10: 1634719484ISBN-13: 9781634719483Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2016Pages: 32Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize:...

Introduce students to some of the most well-known physical scientists throughout history and today! Children in grades 3-4 will learn what these individuals accomplished while expanding their knowledge of various physical science topics. Books in this collection feature easy-to-read text, an accessible glossary, helpful...

Robots such as the Da Vinci surgical robotic system are increasingly used in medicine to carry out delicate and technical surgery. This book introduces readers to cutting-edge medical technology and how it helps surgeons, doctors, pharmacists and other medical professionals. With colour photographs and...

We live in a fast-paced, technology-driven world, and so many of the tools we rely on involve electricity. How exactly do we power our homes, schools, and gadgets, and what is the nature of this strange phenomenon? This entertainingly informative book answers these questions...

Gareth Stevens Vital Science books are designed to help prepare students for NCLB science testing by reinforcing key concepts across the science curriculum. The eight volumes in Physical Science use clear language and a variety of photographs and diagrams to increase students' understanding of...

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Author: Dan GreenISBN-10: 1398868663ISBN-13: 9781398868663Publisher: Arcturus EditionsLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/07/2026Pages: 96Format: Hardcover

In Summer, Dallas Lore Sharp captures the spirit of nature in full bloom, crafting essays that resonate with the warmth and vitality of the sunniest season. Through keen observation and heartfelt appreciation, Sharp explores the abundance of life thriving under the summer sun-buzzing insects,...

Winter by Dallas Lore Sharp captures the quiet magic and living heart of the coldest season. With lyrical warmth and a keen eye for nature's detail, Sharp invites readers into a world transformed by snow and silence-but far from asleep. Beneath the stillness, foxes...

In The Work of Scientists, Edith Patch and Harrison Howe bring young readers face-to-face with real scientists, exploring thrilling discoveries in geology, weather forecasting, astronomy, and much more. Through vivid storytelling and clear explanations, children journey alongside scientists who decode fossils to uncover Earth's...

Author: Gary Skinner,Ken Crafer,Melissa TurnerISBN-10: 1009808966ISBN-13: 9781009808965Publisher: Cambridge University Press and AssessmentLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/26/2025Format: OtherWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 10.40h x 8.80w x 0.20dNot available to be shipped via Media Mail

Our amazing world is made up of more than the eye can see. This fun, full-color book introduces kids to the spectacular science behind God's creation. Did you know? When a star explodes, it creates the environment for a new star and planets to...

'Food product design - An integrated approach' deals with food product design from a technological perspective. It presents creative techniques for the innovation process and structured methodologies to translate consumer wishes into product properties based on Quality Function Deployment. Up-to-date solutions for chemical and...

Beautiful photography combined with information about butterflies will entertain you as you learn about these delightful and delicate creatures. For those of you that have followed a butterfly to watch it majestically float in the air, these pages will be bring that beauty up...

Presented in its entirety for the first time in over eighty years, this edition of Amy Mack's Bushland Stories features eighteen delightful tales that are sure to thrill both adults and children alike.Without being 'preachy', each tale, whether it be about a sprig of...

With this series, you'll be able to impress your friends with extreme facts on all things science. Discover mind-blowing statistics and hair-raising truths that will leave your friends and family gob-smacked!Author: Steffi Clavell-ClarkeISBN-10: 1912171244ISBN-13: 9781912171248Publisher: Secret Book CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2019Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 9.50h...

Selected as one of Oprah's Favorite Things 2024As Oprah says on OprahDaily.com, 'These three beautifully designed books will introduce kids to life underwater, the galaxies above, and their own world here on earth.''A visually arresting, fact-filled journey diving underwater around the world.' - School...