Jump Into Science: Dirt by Tomecek, Steve

Jump Into Science: Dirt (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781426323621)

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Jump Into Science: Dirt by Tomecek, Steve

Jump Into Science: Dirt

$7.99
Jump Into Science: Dirt by Tomecek, Steve

Jump Into Science: Dirt

$7.99
Format: Paperback
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What is soil? Who lives in dirt? How does earth help things grow? The answers are within this fun- and fact-filled picture book. Just follow the gardening, star-nosed mole in the colorful outfits . . . and dig in

This beautifully illustrated book introduces young readers to the basics of soil science with a creative presentation of the subject matter and an easy-to-follow do-it-yourself experiment. The text also includes Common Core-aligned activities for further classroom learning.

"Sprightly illustrations featuring a mole sporting a cheerful wardrobe of play clothes brighten a straightforward text about the formation and importance of soil . . . A quick, pleasant introduction to earth science."--School Library Journal

The Jump into Science series presents introductory science topics in an engaging picture book format with a character guide who helps readers understand the more challenging information. Other titles in the series include installments on sand, the sun, and stars.

Author: Steve Tomecek
ISBN-10: 142632362X
ISBN-13: 9781426323621
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
Language: English
Published: 03/08/2016
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 8.50h x 10.60w x 0.10d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.6
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 64963 / Dirt
By Steve Tomecek
By Steve Tomecek
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Stephen M. Tomecek (a.k.a. "The Dirtmeister(R)") is the Executive Director and founder of Science Plus, Inc. Steve began his professional career as a geologist (yes, he's a real scientist!). The title "Dirtmeister" was hung on him over 20 years ago by his students at the New York Botanical Gardens where he taught courses in soil science. He served as the Associate Director for the Science Museum of Long Island and as the Science Program Supervisor for the New York Hall of Science. He currently serves as a writer and science consultant for the National Geographic Society, Scholastic, Inc, and Chelsea House. In the past he has written and has helped to develop web sites for Discovery Communications, the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, and Los Alamos Labs. Steve has written over 45 nonfiction books for both teachers and kids.

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