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Television Then and Now

Cynthia Kennedy Henzel (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503891159

Describes the evolution of television. An introduction explains how television is used and when it came to be a part of daily life. The remaining chapters detail eras in the development of television up until the present day. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.

Telephones Then and Now

Cynthia Kennedy Henzel (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503891142

Describes the evolution of telephones. An introduction explains how telephones are used and when they came to be a part of daily life. The remaining chapters detail eras in the development of telephones up until the present day. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.

Computers Then and Now

Cynthia Kennedy Henzel (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503891135

Describes the evolution of computers. An introduction explains how computers are used and when they came to be a part of daily life. The remaining chapters detail eras in the development of computers up until the present day. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.

The Hoover Dam

Luke Gabriel (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503889989

Describes the history of the Hoover Dam, why and how it was built, and how it works. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.

The American Eagle

Jon Wilson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781503889934

Describes the national bird of the United States and how it came to be symbolic of the country. Additional features include a table of contents, sidebars, infographics, Fast Facts, critical thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.

Orthocones

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9798886879377

Orthocones were ancient animals with cone-shaped shells. In this hi-lo title, reluctant readers will learn about orthocones body parts, behaviors, and extinction through leveled text and detailed illustrations. Additional features highlight the size and favorite foods of orthocones, show off fossil finds, and more. The book concludes with a two-page spread that puts important information about orthocones in one place.

Livyatan

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9798886879360

The livyatan was an ancient sperm whale that ruled Earth’s ancient oceans! In this hi-lo title, reluctant readers can learn about the animal’s body parts, behaviors, and extinction through leveled text and colorful illustrations. Features highlight the livyatan’s size and diet, profile a famous fossil find, and map the world during the livyatan’s time. A two-page spread concludes the book by putting important stats about the livyatan in one place!

Dunkleosteus

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9798886879353

Step back in time to when armored fish filled Earth’s waters! This hi-lo title introduces the life, behaviors, and body parts of the dunkleosteus to reluctant readers through carefully leveled text and vibrant illustrations. Special features highlight the animal’s size, show off its favorite foods, profile a famous fossil find, and more. A two-page profile puts important information about the dunkleosteus in one place.

Basilosaurus

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9798886879346

The basilosaurus was a giant whale with sharp teeth and a strong bite! In this hi-lo title, reluctant readers will go back in time to discover the life of this prehistoric creature. Leveled text combines with colorful illustrations to draw readers in, while special features highlight the animal’s size and diet, map the world when the basilosaurus lived, and show off fossil discoveries. The book ends with a two-page spread that puts important information about the basilosaurus in one place.

Velociraptor vs. Pachycephalosaurus

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647721039

It’s fight time for Velociraptor and Pachycephalosaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Pteranodon vs. Quetzalcoatlus

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647721022

It’s fight time for Pteranodon and Quetzalcoatlus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Elasmosaurus vs. Ichthyosaurus

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647721015

It’s fight time for Elasmosaurus and Ichthyosaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Brontotherium vs. Elasmotherium

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647721008

It’s fight time for Brontotherium and Elasmotherium! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Brachiosaurus vs. Argentinosaurus

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647720995

It’s fight time for Brachiosaurus and Argentinosaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Allosaurus vs. Giganotosaurus

Jon Alan (author)

Publisher: Gray Duck ISBN: 9781647720988

It’s fight time for Allosaurus and Giganotosaurus! Which prehistoric powerhouse will win this epic animal battle?

Tyrannosaurus Rex

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615572

Welcome to the exciting world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of Tyrannosaurus rex, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct.

Triceratops

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615558

Welcome to the exciting world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of the Triceratops dinosaur, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct. A massive pair of animal horns is found near the Rocky Mountains. Is it a bison—or a Triceratops?

Stenonychosaurus

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615565

Welcome to the ever-changing world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of the Stenonychosaurus dinosaur, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct. A strange lizard tooth found in 1855 turned out to be one of the first dinosaurs found in the United States. In 2017, its name was changed from Troodon formosus to Stenonychosaurus.

Ankylosaurus

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615534

Let's explore the exciting world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of the Ankylosaurus dinosaur, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct. This special dinosaur was covered with armor and roamed the plains of North America. Did it live near you? Let's find out!

Hadrosaurus

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615541

Let's explore the exciting world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of Hadrosaurus, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct. Did you know that a dinnertime story led to the discovery of a dinosaur? And that strange old bones dug up behind a house became the first North American dinosaur ever seen by the public?

Allosaurus

Anastasia Suen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615527

Let's explore the exciting world of paleontology! This book is about the discovery of the Allosaurus dinosaur, including information about the dinosaur's appearance, movement, and diet before it became extinct.

Plastic

Kenny Abdo (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098284497

This title focuses on the accidental discovery of plastic and details its origins, evolution throughout the years, and impact it has had on the world. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Velcro

Kenny Abdo (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098284503

This title focuses on the accidental discovery of Velcro and details its origins, evolution throughout the years, and impact it has had on the world. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Microwaves

Kenny Abdo (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098284473

This title focuses on the accidental discovery of microwaves and details their origins, evolution throughout the years, and impact they have had on the world. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Penicillin

Kenny Abdo (author)

Publisher: ABDO ISBN: 9781098284480

This title focuses on the accidental discovery of penicillin and details its origins, evolution throughout the years, and impact it has had on the world. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.