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The Nervous System

Shirley Duke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103819

This book discusses what the nervous system is and how it works.

The Amazing Facts About Sound

Buffy Silverman (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103710

Using interesting facts and photographs, this book discusses sound waves.

I Look Like My Mother

Julie K. Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103628

Using interesting facts and photographs, this book discusses genetics.

Perfect Predators

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103796

Big cats, reptiles, and ocean killers are just a few of the predators discussed in this book. How they chase their prey and what weapons they use to hunt them down and kill them. This exciting book is filled with beautiful photos that will have students on the edge of their seats.

Scavengers

Jeanne Sturm (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103772

From vultures to crabs, every type of scavenger is discussed in this book. Facts about their habitat, diet, reproduction, and how they help the environment are all discussed in detail.

The Earth and the Role of Water

Shirley Duke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103864

This book explains the water cycle and how water is used to generate many forms of electricity. It introduces students to the importance of keeping our water supplies clean has detailed information about the effects water has on different formations on our Earth. From weathering to landslides, it can all be found in this title.

Climate and Weather

Carla Mooney (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103857

From basic information about air pressure to cloud formations, this book goes on to explain violent weather conditions and how to prepare for them. Also talks about the Earth's changing weather patterns and climates and what role we play in those changes.

The Wonderful Water Cycle

Kimberly Hutmacher (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103666

Using interesting facts and photographs, this book discusses the water cycle.

Hippos and Rhinos

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103789

For millions of years, hippos and rhinos have roamed the Earth. This book discusses their habitats, what they like to eat, their enormous size, and concerns about the future of these animals due to land restrictions and human harm are all discussed in this wonderful title.

Fossils and Rocks

Kimberly Hutmacher (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103659

Using interesting facts and photographs, this book discusses rocks and fossils.

Eating and the Digestive System

Julie K. Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103635

Using interesting facts and photographs, this book discusses the digestive system.

Analyze This: Testing Ingredients

Kelli Hicks (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103727

Using interesting facts and photographs, this book discusses how scientists collect data and analyze it.

Medical Technology and Engineering

Carla Mooney (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103833

Students will learn about the latest, cutting edge technology in medicine today. How this technology can diagnose disease, treat those diseases and where medical technology will lead us in the future.

Plate Tectonics and Disasters

Tom Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103826

This book goes into great detail about the different layers of our Earth and how the shifting tectonic plates can cause disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis. In depth information and great photographs reinforce the informative text.

Itsy Bitsy Spider

Colleen Hord (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618104311

Sierra loves to play outside on sunny days so that she can play shadow tag. On a rainy day she sees a poor spider try over and over to climb up the water spout. She wishes it was sunny so the spider could have a shadow to help it climb the spout. In the end the sun comes out and Sierra discovers the spider had made it up the spout and is weaving its beautiful web.

In the Doghouse

Kyla Steinkraus (author), Ed Myer (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618104526

Peering out the window on a cold, snowy day Jonathan sees something in the doghouse in the backyard. Only it can't be his dog, Gizmo, because he's safe and warm inside the house. As he investigates he finds it is a rabbit trying to stay warm. He and his mom give the rabbit some fruit and veggies, only to discover each time they check there are more and more rabbits. As the snow melts and Jonathan goes out to check on the rabbits they are all gone. He was proud he had provided a nice, warm place for them.

Blood Suckers

David and Patricia Armentrout

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723014

Fascinating facts and information about organisms that survive by sucking blood.

Crafty Critters

David Armentrout, Patricia Armentrout (authors)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 1604727993

Photographs and text introduce animals that utilize camouflage, mimicry, and other curious techniques as defense mechanisms. These animals include skunks, porcupines, walking sticks, kingsnakes, and octopuses.

Freaky Faces

David Armentrout, Patricia Armentrout (authors)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 1604728000

Provides information about the wide variety of features that animals have and why their features are important.

Leaps and Bounds

David Armentrout, Patricia Armentrout (authors)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 1604723041

Engaging text describes animals who can move in amazing ways.

Speed Demons

David Armentrout, Patricia Armentrout (authors)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723052

Photographs and simple text introduce various animals that depend on speed for survival, which include dolphins, cheetahs, ostriches, antelope, horses, and others

Animals That Fly and Birds That Don't

David Armentrout, Patricia Armentrout (authors)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723007

Engaging text describes animals that don't always do what the rest of their species does.

Wind Energy

David Armentrout, Patricia Armentrout (authors)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781604723267

The uses of wind energy is the topic of this book. Explains the positive and negative impact this form of energy can have on our world.

Wrinkles, Warts, and Wattles

Lynn M. Stone (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 160472790X

Describes animals who have wrinkles, warts, or wattles. Gives information on how these special body parts are used and why they are important.

Solar Energy

David Armentrout, Patricia Armentrout (authors)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 1604723254

Solar energy is explained. Included in the book is where it comes from, who uses it, and the positive and negative benefits of using it.