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Radiation Disaster!

Nancy Dickmann (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096300

In the early morning of April 26, 1986, a reactor at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant became unstable, causing a huge explosion. But the disaster was only just beginning. Follow along with the true story of a doomed power plant that is still dangerous today. Then, review what you've learned with a recap timeline and a quick quiz to check how much doomed history you remember.

Metals and Nonmetals

Daniel R. Faust (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096621

Metals and nonmetals make up almost everything in our world. They represent the two biggest sections on the periodic table of elements. But what exactly makes a metal? How are nonmetals similar? And what's a metalloid? Learn the answers to these questions and more. It's key chemistry curriculum made approachable for all.

Kanzi Learns Language!

Sarah Eason (author)Ludovic Salle (illustrator)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096676

When Dr. Sue Savage-Rumbaugh started her research, she was trying to teach a mother ape 10 symbols. Instead, her baby, Kanzi, picked up the few symbols as language--and now he knows over 450 words. Explore the exciting true story of a supersmart animal in this graphic nonfiction adventure. Then, learn more about these brilliant bonobos and read other stories of ape masterminds!

Inexplicable Inventions!

Hermione Redshaw (author)

Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 9798885096195

Who would ever think milk could become a shirt? Or that we'd consider making umbrellas for our pets? Inventions can be incredible, intense, and inexplicable! Dive into the wacky world of inventions. Fun illustrations pair with bright photos to bring some of the craziest inventions to life!

Climate Change in Infographics

Renae Gilles (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534172982

Climate change is one of the leading environmental issues today. In this book, readers will learn about the causes and effects of climate change. Large-scale and personal solutions to climate change are also presented. Colorful and clear graphics, such as maps, charts, and infographics, give readers an alternative to text-heavy sources. Action-based activities will leave students with ideas for improving the world around them. Book also includes a glossary, index, suggested books and websites, and a bibliography.

Virtual Reality

John Perritano (author)

Publisher: Saddleback Educational Publishing ISBN: 9781645982142

What is virtual reality (VR)? What is the difference between reality and VR? What are the benefits of VR? How can VR be used for work? What experiences have you had with VR?

Classifying Animals

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978367

Do you wonder about all of Earth's living things? Do you know the difference between a mammal and an amphibian? In this book, learn how scientists classify animals into groups based on the physical features they have in common. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

How We Get Food

Nancy Dickmann (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427125996

Everyone in the world needs food to live. Much of our food is grown and raised on farms. Modern farms use technology to improve the health of our food and how much is produced. But farming technologies and shipping food long distances can cause pollution. Find out why food is so important, how it is produced, and the steps we can all take to cut down food waste.

Why Is Ice Slippery?

Anna Claybourne (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427125446

Where does water go when it dries? Why do eggs go solid when you cook them? Why is ice slippery? answers all these intriguing questions about the science of materials, and much more.

Why Doesn't the Moon Fall Out of the Sky?

Anna Claybourne (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427125422

How can a plane fly upside down? Why aren't there any super-giant humans? Why doesn't the Moon fall out of the sky? answers all these intriguing questions about the science of forces, and much more.

Why Does a Mirror Show Things Backwards?

Anna Claybourne (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427125415

Why is the sky blue? Where does light go when you switch it off? Why does a mirror show things backwards? answers all these intriguing questions about the science of light, and much more.

Les odeurs repoussantes et dégoûtantes

Julie K. Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039603257

Learn all about different kinds of stomach-turning smells. Discover fascinating facts, from the gases that make up farts to skunk behavior before a spray. Amazing photos and simple text make this book a great high-interest read.

Can You Hear Sounds in Space?

Anna Claybourne (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427125378

Which animal has the best hearing? Just how fast is a supersonic plane? Can you hear sounds in space? answers all these intriguing questions about the science of sound, and much more.

Where Does Lightning Come From?

Anna Claybourne (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427125392

Are electric eels really electric? Why are electrical wires covered in plastic? Where does lightning come from? answers all these intriguing questions about the science of electricity, and much more.

Stephen Hawking

Anita Croy (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427126146

Stephen Hawking's stated his goal was "No less than a complete understanding of the universe." This fascinating biography details the life and achievements of Stephen Hawking, a scientist who made significant contributions to the field of physics. Hawking's theories always inspired and challenged colleagues, and his strength was building on older theories and revolutionizing them into new theories such as black hole radiation.

Driverless Cars

Ryan James (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638978206

Join the car mania! It's time to take your hands off the wheel and zoom into the high-tech world of driverless cars. Learn about the first driverless cars, how sensors work together to let a car "see" its surroundings, and what driverless cars can do at five different levels of automation. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.

Properties of Matter

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973751

Do you wonder about the world around us? Matter is everywhere. In this book, learn the measurable properties and observable properties that scientists use to understand matter.

Transformation of Electrical Energy

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973768

Do you wonder about the world around us? In this book, learn how electricity changes into other forms of energy and makes a difference in our daily lives.

Forces and Changes in Motion

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973744

Do you wonder about the world around us? In this book, learn the different types of forces that affect our daily lives.

Forms of Energy

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973737

Do you wonder about the world around us? In this book, learn the different types of energy that affect our daily lives.

Electric Circuits

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973775

Do you wonder about the world around us? In this book, learn about electrical circuits and why they make a difference in our daily lives.

Changes in Matter

Christina Earley (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781638973782

Do you wonder about the world around us? Matter is all around us. In this book, learn about the different ways matter changes and how that impacts our daily lives.

Think Like an Engineer

Alex Woolf (author) David Broadbent (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039652309

Have you ever wanted to design a building or a machine? You may want to become an engineer. Engineers train their brains to think in a problem-solving way. With the help of the ideas in this book, you can start to think like an engineer too.

Think Like a Coder

Alex Woolf (author) David Broadbent (illustrator)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781039652293

Have you ever wanted to create your own app, game, or website? You may want to become a coder. Coders train their brains to think in a logical way, step-by-step. With the help of the ideas in this book, you can start to think like a coder too.

Gross and Disgusting Smells

Julie K. Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427154620

Learn all about different kinds of stomach-turning smells. Discover fascinating facts, from the gases that make up farts to skunk behavior before a spray. Amazing photos and simple text make this book a great high-interest read.