In Cruise Ships, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts and design of cruise ship innovation. From ship weight and density to electricity and power, this book delves into the depths of cruise ships and what the professionals need to do in order to make these vessels safe, steady, and fun—all at the same time.
Daring and Dangerous: Storm Chasers for grades 4–8 introduces young readers to the exciting world of storm chasing. From tornadoes to hurricanes and other extreme weather events, this 32-page book gives readers an inside look into how and why these daring people brave extreme weather and what they are trying to accomplish.
Daring and Dangerous: Space Explorers for grades 4–8 introduces young readers to the complex world of space exploration and the famous firsts, near misses, and disasters that have taken place. The fact- and photo-filled pages of this 32-page book offer readers an opportunity to learn what it takes to be a part of this daring and dangerous profession, from lift-off to landing.
Pit vipers are some of the most feared and deadly venomous snakes in the world. Learn about these fascinating creatures and how they use heat-sensing pits to hunt prey. Includes maps, sidebars, and color photographs.
Did you know the rattlesnake is a member of the pit viper family? From its deadly fangs to its noisy tail, the western diamondback rattlesnake may leave you shaking with fear.
The King Cobra has evolved over thousands of years into a magnificent predator. Discover amazing facts about the king cobra, the world’s longest venomous snake. Includes maps, sidebars, and color photographs.
Green anacondas are the heaviest snakes in the world. Learn all about these amazing creatures, from their habits to their habitats. Includes a glossary and color photographs.
The cottonmouth is the only poisonous semi-aquatic snake in the world. Learn all about this snazzy swimmer, from its habits to its habitats. Includes maps, sidebars, and color photographs.
El libro presenta información sobre los genes y la herencia a través de fotografías y gráficas.
Discover the difference between bugs and insects and explore what makes some of them weird and wonderful. Includes a glossary, photographs, and other resources. This title supports Common Core ELA standards.
Las ferias de ciencias son una oportunidad para que los estudiantes desarrollen sus habilidades. Además de ser divertidas, ayudan a los estudiantes para ganar becas y premios.
Este libro explica qué es el método científico y cómo lo utilizan los científicos para investigar y explicar los hechos de la naturaleza.
Este libro se centra en el método científico y explica paso a paso el proceso que utilizan los científicos para resolver problemas.
Emotions are powerful feelings that we don't always understand. Learn how and why humans experience emotions. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
Your body is a busy place. There's always something happening. From digestion to respiration, discover how the systems in your body work together to keep you strong. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
This book describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of sugar gliders and presents information to consider before getting one as a pet, discussing care requirements and health issues.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the benefits of discoveries and inventions to advance mankind.
What foods should you eat to stay healthy? Answer this question and others as you learn how food gives you energy, makes you stronger, and helps you stay healthy. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book discusses fossil formation, the history of paleontology, and what some fossil records show.
This book describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of rats and presents information to consider before getting one as a pet, discussing care requirements and health issues.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book discusses the laws of motion, energy at work, and the unseen forces of gravity and magnetism.
This book describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of miniature pigs and presents information to consider before getting one as a pet, discussing care requirements and health issues.
This book describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of hedgehogs and presents information to consider before getting one as a pet, discussing care requirements and health issues.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book discusses what flooding is, how it happens, and what scientists have learned about it.
This book describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of miniature horses and presents information to consider before getting one as a pet, discussing care requirements and health issues.
