Readers will explore the scientific research underway in Carlsbad Caverns National Park, the site of one of the best-preserved ancient fossil reefs on Earth.
Would you like to make a brush bot, art bot, or rolling robot car? Use recycled materials, school supplies, and small electronics to make your own miniature robots. This Makerspace title includes a glossary and websites.
Let's have some fun! Use Scratch, a language developed by The Lifelong Kindergarten Group at MIT Media Lab, to create code that animates, makes music, plays games, and draws shapes. This Makerspace title supports NGSS Waves and Their Application in Technologies for Information Transfer.
In Submarines and Submersibles, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts that are involved in underwater vehicle design. This fact- and photo-filled book explains how submarine and submersibles are developed, how they work, and the different ways in which they are used.
In Spacecraft, readers will be introduced to the evolution of spacecraft technology over time, and peek into the possibilities for the spacecraft of tomorrow. This fact- and photo-filled text explains how engineers deal with the challenges of reaching and working in space.
In Smart Cars, readers will be introduced to the engineering concepts behind smart car innovations. From their introduction in the early 1900s to today's electric cars, this book delves into the safety, comfort, style and drivability of these modern-day marvels.
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.
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.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the study of cells, chromosomes, and DNA known as genetics.
With real world examples of science at work, this book focuses on the impact of invasive plants on the environment.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the spread of infections and diseases.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the solar system and benefits of space exploration.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the consequences of the spread of invasive species.
With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the benefits of constructing homes using ecologically friendly materials.
This book explains how models help us test new designs and to understand living things. The book includes various types of models, such as scale, graphical, conceptual, and computer models, which are used to analyze how we understand different things.
This book explains the various methods of scientific tools, including measurement, models, and tools that extend our senses, and how these scientific tools are changing.
This book provides an understanding of the impact that humans have on Earth and suggests ways to reduce damage to the environment.
This book examines the natural forces that create and shape rocks, minerals, and soil and explains how they are an influence to how Earth changes throughout time.
