Buzz and his friend Miranda are thrilled to meet the stars of their favorite television program "Star Searchers," but soon learn that their heroes are just ordinary people as they join forces with the actors to battle aliens from the planet Xycon.
En el libro se explica qué es la Luna. Habla sobre su gravedad, fases, eclipses lunares y los astronautas que han viajado hasta allá.
From voyaging farther into the universe than ever before to the possibility of living on Mars, technological innovations are turning former dreams into reality. Space Tech explores these exciting advances through stunning photography, informative and engaging text, and a timeline of the historic achievements that have transformed our understanding of the universe. This imagination-capturing title also examines the surprising ways we already benefit from space technology, including enriched baby food and laser eye surgery.
This musical mission to Mars will have young astronauts talking--and singing--about the science of space travel. Explore the science behind a trip to Mars, from launch to landing on the Red Planet. Set to the tune of "The Farmer in the Dell," this jaunty journey follows five adorable, bobble-headed astronauts as they learn how to bathe in zero gravity, grow veggies in space, and entertain themselves on the six-month trip. Even the design of the book defies gravity, as text and art float free on the page, encouraging readers to turn the book sideways and upside-down. An interactive, innovative approach to interstellar fun
The Sweets Shop always gets special customers, but when Sally Ride comes to visit, Fiona and Finley go on a special trip—into outer space! Finley and Fiona have a blast, but there’s more to learn on this epic journey than they expected. Includes extensive back matter with biography, further reading, and author interview.
Are we alone in the universe? Those that believe in alien abductions think they know the answer. This title explores the mysteries of alien abductions and the tools and technology behind researching them to debate the question of whether aliens have ever visited Earth.
About 120,000 pounds of space dust falls to Earth every day. All of this dust comes from asteroids! Asteroids are chunks of rock and metal that orbit around the sun, but some venture near Earth from outside the solar system. Through detailed photos and fact-filled graphics, this title introduces readers to the phenomenon of asteroids.
A basic introduction to dwarf planets, such as Pluto, their sizes, compositions, and places within our solar system.
In The Moon Landing, readers will learn about the science and technology behind the first trip to the moon. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage readers as they learn about the challenges the astronauts faced and the triumph of the landing.
A kindergarten-level introduction to the planet Jupiter, covering its orbital process, its moons, and such defining features as its rings, Great Red Spot, and name.
A young scientist’s guide to natural satellites called moons, including how they interact with other elements in the universe and emphasizing how questions and observations can lead to discovery.This new series for ages six and up invites young explorers on an adventure Across the Universe to discover the wonders of the cosmos and how they relate to life on Earth. Simple text set within a technology-themed design encourages curious minds to make observations and comparisons, while a hands-on activity in each book provides further exploration of a scientific concept presented.
A young scientist’s guide to the sun and other stars, including how they interact with other elements in the universe and emphasizing how questions and observations can lead to discovery. This new series for ages six and up invites young explorers on an adventure Across the Universe to discover the wonders of the cosmos and how they relate to life on Earth. Simple text set within a technology-themed design encourages curious minds to make observations and comparisons, while a hands-on activity in each book provides further exploration of a scientific concept presented.
A young scientist’s guide to orbiting comets, including how they interact with other elements in the universe and emphasizing how questions and observations can lead to discovery.This new series for ages six and up invites young explorers on an adventure Across the Universe to discover the wonders of the cosmos and how they relate to life on Earth. Simple text set within a technology-themed design encourages curious minds to make observations and comparisons, while a hands-on activity in each book provides further exploration of a scientific concept presented.
In Saturn, early readers learn about planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores Saturn’s makeup, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Saturn online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Saturn also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Mercury, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores the makeup of Mercury, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Mercury online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Mercury also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Neptune, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores Neptune’s makeup, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Neptune online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Neptune also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Moon, early readers learn about the moon’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores the makeup of the moon, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Moon online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Moon also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Pluto and the Dwarf Planets, early readers learn about Pluto and the dwarf planets’ unique characteristics and compositions. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores Pluto’s makeup, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Pluto and the dwarf planets online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Pluto and the Dwarf Planets also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Jupiter, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores Jupiter’s makeup, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Jupiter online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Jupiter also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Mars, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores the makeup of Mars, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Mars online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Mars also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Venus, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores the makeup of Venus, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Venus online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Venus also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Uranus, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores the makeup of Uranus, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Uranus online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Uranus also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Sun, early readers learn about sun’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores the sun’s makeup, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the sun online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Sun also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Earth, early readers learn about the planet’s unique characteristics and composition. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover the solar system. A labeled diagram further explores Earth’s makeup, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Earth online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Earth also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
What causes snow to melt? What is a vital part of all living things' growth and development? The sun, of course! Through engaging photographs, beginning readers will be able to create a story of their own about what the sun does in this wordless e-book. Aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards, this book covers sunlight on Earth and its effects on living things. Each engaging photograph will encourage students to collaborate with each other while creating exciting ideas about what the sun does.
