Children will enjoy reading that art can be made from any kind of material, even unusual things such as trash or old bicycle parts.
Do you play an instrument? Read about the different families of musical instruments and discover what makes each family unique.
From painting murals to playing in orchestras, artists around the world often combine their ideas and talents together to make art in many different forms. Read about how working together helps create beautiful and unique art!
Read all about primary colors, and how they mix together to make secondary colors.
Do you have a favorite comic-strip character? Read about how art combines with a story or joke to create a comic strip, as well as what steps artists follow to make a comic.
Read about the ways painters, musicians, and dancers are able to tell stories in art and make the viewer feel a certain way.
How does weather work and how does it affect people's lives? Find out about the weather, from clouds and fog to snow, sleet, and hail.
Help the STEM Detectives discover who the hacker is who took their school Internet down. Bring your skills in matching shapes, reading graphs, and figuring out which objects float. Grab your notebpad and start investigating!
Stephen Hawking's stated his goal was "No less than a complete understanding of the universe." This fascinating biography details the life and achievements of Stephen Hawking, a scientist who made significant contributions to the field of physics. Hawking's theories always inspired and challenged colleagues, and his strength was building on older theories and revolutionizing them into new theories such as black hole radiation.
Sea monsters, such as the Kraken and the Loch Ness Monster, are cryptids--creatures whose existence is not yet proven to be true. Cryptozoologists gather stories from folklore and investigate reported sightings. In this guide, you'll find fascinating sea monster facts, including where in the world sea monsters are thought to exist, reported sightings, sea monsters in popular culture, and how to spot a lake monster.
Christmas is a special holiday that is celebrated all over the world. Look inside to learn the customs and traditions of people in Venezuela. Create a special Christmas craft and make a tasty recipe, too! Comprehension Questions with answers. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Christmas is a special holiday that is celebrated all over the world. Look inside to learn the customs and traditions of people in Germany. Create a special Christmas craft and make a tasty recipe, too! Comprehension Questions with answers. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Christmas is a special holiday that is celebrated all over the world. Look inside to learn the customs and traditions of people in Italy. Create a special Christmas craft and make a tasty recipe, too! Comprehension Questions with answers. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Christmas is a special holiday that is celebrated all over the world. Look inside to learn the customs and traditions of people in Mexico. Create a special Christmas craft and make a tasty recipe, too! Comprehension Questions with answers. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Christmas is a special holiday that is celebrated all over the world. Look inside to learn the customs and traditions of people in the United States. Create a special Christmas craft and make a tasty recipe, too! Comprehension Questions with answers. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
From its roots in ancient Greece to its revitalization in the Age of Enlightenment and beyond, democracy as a form of government has changed over time. Find out what threats democracy faces today, and how it is a process that requires constant upkeep and renewal.
Democratic governments and processes are based on shared ideals for the common good of all citizens. Find out what these democratic values are and how to take part in democracy in your own country and community.
What is the difference between a representative democracy and an autocracy or dictatorship? Are all democracies equal? Why are some people attracted to authoritarian governments? This fascinating book explains why democracy can be a fragile form of government, requiring constant effort and attention from its citizens. Students are encouraged to investigate the ways their own governments respond to the needs and wants of its people.
Christmas is a special holiday that is celebrated all over the world. Look inside to learn the customs and traditions of people in Australia. Create a special Christmas craft and make a tasty recipe, too! Comprehension Questions with answers. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Young people all over the world are doing it. Whether through anti-racism protests, taking part in model governments, or joining global climate strikes, youth are strengthening democracy by exercising one of the fundamental democratic rights: participation. This thoughtful book uses real life examples to show how citizens can exercise their rights and make their communities and countries more democratic, just, and fair--even when they are not yet old enough to vote.
Join the car mania! It's time to shift gears and zoom into the sleek and speedy world of sports cars. Learn about the first sports cars, what the top American and European models are, and what sports cars have under the hood. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Join the car mania! It's time to shift gears and zoom into the totally unique world of tuner cars. Learn what it means to tune a car, common ways that cars are customized, and the difference between a lowrider and a lead sled. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Join the car mania! It's time to take your hands off the wheel and zoom into the high-tech world of driverless cars. Learn about the first driverless cars, how sensors work together to let a car "see" its surroundings, and what driverless cars can do at five different levels of automation. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Join the car mania! It's time to shift gears and zoom into the powerful world of muscle cars. Learn about the golden age of muscle cars, what they have under the hood, what the top models are, and how they are used in racing. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Join the car mania! It's time to shift gears and zoom onto the racetrack. Learn about the first car races, what special parts race cars have, and what kids of cars you'll find at formula races and NASCAR races. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.