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Stegosaurus

Susan H. Gray (author), Robert Squier (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609542757

Did you know that a Stegosaurus weighed more than a pickup truck? Or that despite its fierce looks, it ate only plants? Learn more inside.

Spinosaurus

Susan H. Gray (author), Robert Squier (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609542740

How did Spinosaurus get its name? What did it eat? Find the answers to these questions and more in this fact-filled book!

Splash! Learn About Water

Nadia Higgins (author), Jane Yamada (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609731182

Drink it. Spill it. Splash it. Water is wet. But water changes as it warms up and cools down. This simple, colorful book teaches kids about the three forms of water.

Soda Pop Before the Store

Rachel Lynette (author), Dan McGeehan (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614731917

Explains the different ingredients in soda pop; discusses how soda pop is made and packaged in a factory; and how soda pop becomes available to consumers.

Saturn

L. L. Owens (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609735609

A basic introduction to the planet Saturn, its size, composition, and place within our solar system.

Screws

Lyn Sirota (author), Reginald Butler (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733430

Readers learn how this simple machine makes it easier to keep objects locked together. By the end of the book, readers know the difference between complex and simple machines and how screws are used in everyday life to make work easier.

Salmon Migration

M. J. Cosson (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614731795

Explains how salmon live and grow; discusses their migration, its purpose, and its route; and lists threats salmon may face on their migration.

Pulleys

Katie Marsico (author), Reginald Butler (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733423

Readers learn how this simple machine makes it easier to lift and lower objects. They learn about fixed and movable pulleys and when it is best to use each. By the end of the book, readers know the difference between complex and simple machines and how pulleys are used in everyday life to make work easier.

Push and Pull! Learn About Magnets

Julia Vogel (author), Jane Yamada (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609731175

Amazing magnets are everywhere--on the refrigerator and inside machines and toys. Even Earth is a giant magnet! A magnet can be strong enough to lift a car. But magnets work only in a certain way. This simple, colorful book explores the attractive power of magnets.

Orange Juice Before the Store

Ryan Jacobson (author), Dan McGeehan (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614731870

Explains how oranges are grown and harvested; discusses how oranges are turned into orange juice and packaged at a factory; and how orange juice becomes available to consumers.

Peanut Butter Before the Store

Jan Bernard (author), Dan McGeehan (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614731887

Explains how peanuts are farmed and harvested; discusses how peanuts are turned into peanut butter and packaged at the factory; and how peanut butter becomes available to consumers.

Pencils Before the Store

Rachel Lynette (author), Dan McGeehan (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614731894

Explains how wood is cut and milled; discusses how graphite is produced and pencils are assembled at a factory; and how pencils become available to consumers.

Plug It In! Learn About Electricity

Julia Vogel (author), Jane Yamada (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609731151

What is electricity? How is it made? How does it end up in your house? This simple, colorful book teaches kids about the force that powers our world.

Oviraptor

Susan H. Gray (author), Robert Squier (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609542733

Oviraptor's name means 'egg thief.' Learn why scientists made a mistake when they named this dinosaur!

Pianos

Cynthia Amoroso (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609543495

A very simple introduction to pianos, their history, what they sound like, what they look like, and how they are played.

Neptune

L. L. Owens (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609735586

A basic introduction to the planet Neptune, its size, composition, and place within our solar system.

Mercury

L. L. Owens (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609735579

A basic introduction to the planet Mercury, its size, composition, and place within our solar system.

Measuring Weight

Julia Vogel (author), Luanne Marten (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733515

In this book, readers learn what gravity is and how it impacts weight. They learn about the US customary system and the metric system, where each is used, and the units of measurement in each system. Readers also learn about balances, scales, and estimating weights.

Measuring Volume

Julia Vogel (author), Luanne Marten (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733508

In this book, readers learn what volume is and why and how it is measured. They learn about the US customary system and the metric system, where each is used, and the units of measurement in each system. Readers also learn about volumes of liquids and solids.

Measuring Temperature

Julia Vogel (author), Luanne Marten (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733492

In this book, readers learn what temperature is and why and how it is measured. They learn about the Celsius and Fahrenheit scales and where each is used. Readers learn about thermometers and how they help us in everyday life--from taking body temperatures to regulating how cool or warm our homes are.

Measuring Time: The Clock

Julia Vogel (author), Luanne Marten (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733485

In this book, readers learn what the clock measures and why knowing how to tell time--in seconds, minutes, and hours--is important. They learn the history of the clocks, including sundials and hourglasses. They also learn how to read analog and digital clocks to tell time. Sidebars instruct math by showing readers how to add and subtract hours.

Measuring Time: The Calendar

Julia Vogel (author), Luanne Marten (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781614733478

In this book, readers learn what the calendar measures and why knowing how to measure days, weeks, months, and years is important. They learn the history of the lunar and solar calendars, how days and months get their names, and the different calendars around the world. Sidebars instruct math by showing readers how to add and subtract days.

Mars

L. L. Owens (author)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609735562

A basic introduction to the planet Mars, its size, composition, and place within our solar system.

Maiasaura

Susan H. Gray (author), Robert Squier (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609542726

Maisaura's name means 'good mother lizard.' Find out why scientists believe these dinosaurs were such good moms.

Let It Blow! Learn About Air

Julia Vogel (author), Jane Yamada (illustrator)

Publisher: The Child's World ISBN: 9781609731137

Air may be invisible, but it's a powerful force all around us. Air makes wind. It carries sound and smells. It lets us breathe. This simple, colorful book teaches kids all about amazing air.