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Great Minds and Finds in Antarctica

Robin Koontz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731639660

What do ancient ice, deep-sea creatures, a red waterfall, and amazing journeys have in common? They all have histories in Antarctica, one of Earth’s seven continents. In this exciting learning adventure, Great Minds and Finds in Antarctica, you'll discover these great inventions and more from ancient and modern Antarctica!

Sea Turtles

Cindy Rodriguez

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606944059

Beautiful photos and text examines the issues endangered sea turtles face and how they can be saved.

Volume 3 - Plant Life & Fungi Life

Thomas Sheehan (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781606940143

Take an in-depth look at plant and fungi life in this science encyclopedia.

Let's Investigate Light

Buffy Silverman (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103703

Using interesting facts and photographs, this book discusses the properties of light.

State Guides to Trees

Martin Gitlin (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425656

Scientific and anecdotal information about each of the fifty states' official state tree and the processes used to select it.

STEAM Jobs in Wildlife Conservation

Emma Berne (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425625

Introduces readers to careers in Wildlife Conservation by exploring and connecting the opportunities to the study of science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Gives an overview of various jobs related to Wildlife Conservation and points out how each position relates to STEAM subjects.

Disaster-proof!

Robin Koontz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425199

A look at the engineering processes that go into construction disaster-proof structures.

Roots

Alicia Klepeis (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425533

Plant roots are amazing! From keeping plants anchored in the ground to sucking up water from the soil, roots are an essential part of plants. Some go deep below Earth’s surface while others spread far and wide just below the dirt. Dig in to discover how roots help plants survive.

Leaves

Alicia Klepeis (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683425526

Some are bigger than a school bus. Others are as small as a candy sprinkle. Some make people itch. What are they? Plant leaves! Find out why leaves are a certain shape and size, how they help plants grow, and perform your own experiment to find out just what leaves need to grow.

Bearded Dragon

Cristie Mosblech (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683422464

This book describes the physical characteristics and behaviors of bearded dragons and presents information to consider before getting one as a pet, discussing care requirements and health issues.

Skunk

Ann Matzke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683422457

When you think of skunks do you think, Pee-yew!? A skunk’s reputation as a natural stinker warns us to stay away. But remove their bad smell, and this boldly striped animal is curious, quick to learn, and tenderhearted.

Pygmy Goat

Karen Kenney (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683422433

Pygmy Goats are unusual pets but they are smart, social, and fun to own. Learn all about how to care for them and what special needs they may have to become a great pet!

Miniature Donkey

Karen Kenney (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781683422440

The miniature donkey is a member of the equine family, along with horses and mules. Like horses, a miniature donkey is a herd animal. This small mammal only reaches 36 to 38 inches (91 to 97 centimeters) tall. It has many other interesting features.

Gross Animals

Pete Jenkins (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919584

This title highlights all the gross animals and the habits and habitats they thrive in.

Insects as Predators

Tara Haelle (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918945

This book investigates insects that eat other insects.

Insects as Parasites

Tara Haelle (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918952

Insects that survive by living off another insect, animal, or person.

Insects as Producers

Annette Whipple (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918969

Insects produce materials people use every day, from honey to food coloring.

Insects as Invaders

Jodie Mangor (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918891

How insects can become a serious problem when introduced to new ecosystems.

Insects as Decomposers

Lyn Sirota (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918938

This book takes a look at how insects break down animal and plant matter.

Insects as Pollinators

Lyn Sirota (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681918921

Insect pollinators are critical to a balanced ecosystem.

Frogs

Don McLeese (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781618103741

From how a frog's life begins as a tadpole to the transformation into a webbed-footed amphibian, this title gives students all the information they could ever want to learn about frogs - their habitats, diets, the differences between frogs and toads and the discovery of new species found by scientists around the world are all discussed.

Los fósiles, hallazgos del pasado

Tom Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627175074

Examine how the fossils document the appearance, diversification, and extinction of many life forms.

Rock Cycle

Kirsten Larson (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914794

Discover the processes that form everything from the smallest pebbles to the highest mountains.

Edible Sunlight

Tara Haelle (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914800

A taste of sunshine! Take a look at the fascinating ways the Sun is involved in food production.

People and the Planet

Lyn Sirota (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914770

This book explores how human activity affects the Earth, e.g. the effects of human activity on groundwater and surface water, habitat destruction, construction, emissions, and pollution.