In this book, early readers will learn how hurricanes form. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage beginning readers as they learn how warm and cold air interact over warm ocean waters to create hurricanes.
In Water, beginning readers are introduced to the water cycle, how water shapes the world, and how all living things depend on water every day. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn how water supports life on Earth.
In Soil, beginning readers are introduced to soil, what it is made of, and how plants grow in it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn how soil supports life on Earth.
In Rocks, beginning readers are introduced to the rock cycle, how sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks form, where we can find them on Earth, and how people use them in everyday life. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn how rocks form and change.
In Minerals, beginning readers are introduced to Earth's minerals, where they can be found, and how people use them in everyday life. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn what makes minerals building blocks to many materials on Earth.
Maps help us navigate our world, from towns and cities to crossing seas and deserts. Learn about different types of maps, how maps are made, how to use them, and even the history of maps and mapmaking.
Did you know smoke from some wildfires can be seen across the country? Or that there are special ways to build homes to prevent them from catching fire? And have you seen the latest technology made to fight fires? Discover extreme facts about wildfires in this fun and kooky book.
Hurricanes can tower miles high in the sky and whip winds from a distance that would stretch from New York City to Miami. A hurricane may have even been responsible for helping the United States win its independence. But did you know we're figuring out ways to battle these beastly storms? Discover extreme facts about hurricanes in this fun and kooky book.
How would you like to experience 104 tornadoes in fewer than 6 hours? What about driving straight toward the storm in an armored vehicle decked out with equipment for studying the storm? Tornadoes can cause chaos, but the more we learn about them, the less deadly they become. Discover extreme facts about tornadoes in this fun and kooky book.
Would you feel an earthquake if it happened? Are you sure? The ground moves all the time without anybody paying it any attention. But at their most extreme, earthquakes can move mountains and even shift the North Pole! Discover extreme facts about earthquakes in this fun and kooky book.
Have you ever stepped outside in temperatures so cold your snot freezes? How about seen snow drifted up higher than a home? Maybe you live somewhere where winter gets wild! Discover extreme facts about extreme cold and blizzards in this fun and kooky book.
Did you know heat can make roads crack? Have you heard about a drought going on for decades? And what do you think about using science to stop a disaster before it's even happened? Discover extreme facts about heat waves and droughts in this fun and kooky book.
Take a trip to Turkey! Start in the city of Istanbul, where you'll find the famous Hagia Sophia. Then, take a ride in a hot air balloon during the balloon festival. And don't forget to try some tasty baklava or visit one of the underground cities! Learn all about Turkey as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to South Africa! Start in the city of Cape Town, where you'll find Table Mountain and thousands of African penguins on a beach. Then, head to the Motlatse Canyon with its many waterfalls. And don't forget to watch a game of Jukskei! Learn all about South Africa as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Italy! Start in the city of Rome, where you'll find many buildings from ancient times. Then, take a boat ride around the watery city of Venice. And don't forget to dinner of Ragù alla Bolognese! Learn all about Italy as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Cuba! Start in the city of Havana, where you'll see museums and lots of beaches. Then, head off to a little island to visit the Sea Turtle Rescue Center. And don't forget to watch a baseball game or eat ropa vieja! Learn all about Cuba as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Germany! Start in the city of Berlin, where you'll find five museums on Museum Island. Then, visit Cologne Cathedral and climb 533 steps to reach the viewing platform. And don't forget to shop at a Christmas market or eat a bratwurst! Learn all about Germany as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Egypt! Start in the city of Cairo, where you'll find lots of history and modern buildings. Then, go just outside the city to see the Great Pyramid of Giza. And don't forget to take a boat ride on the River Nile! Learn all about Egypt as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Colombia! Start in the city of Bogotá, where you'll find many colorful buildings. Then, go dance and wear costumes at the Barranquilla Carnival. And don't forget to visit the painted tombs or drink some coffee! Learn all about Colombia as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Austria! Start in the city of Vienna, where lots of famous musicians have lived. Then, head into nature to see the beautiful Alps that cover more than half of the country. And don't forget to ride Vienna's Giant Ferris Wheel! Learn all about Austria as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
Take a trip to Belgium! Start in the city of Brussels, where you'll find more than 150 museums. Then, dress as a clown and go to the Carnival of Binche. And don't forget to try a famous Belgian waffle! Learn all about Belgium as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book.
It's a big world spinning around the sun. We live on a planet! Learn about the people and things that make our home special, and explore how we can all take steps to make Earth the best it can be! Bright, colorful photos paired with simple text help young readers learn about the big community where they live.
It has big borders and lots of people. We live in a state! Learn about the people and things that make a state special, and explore how we can all take steps to make our state the best it can be! Bright, colorful photos paired with simple text help young readers learn about the different communities where they live.
Let's go shopping down main street and visit with our neighbors. We live in a city! Learn about the people and things that make a city special, and explore how we can all take steps to make our city the best it can be! Bright, colorful photos paired with simple text help young readers learn about the different communities where they live.
We're from a big place with many people. We live in a country! Learn about the people and things that make a country special, and explore how we can all take steps to make our country the best it can be! Bright, colorful photos paired with simple text help young readers learn about the different communities where they live.
