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Seasons and the Sun

Lisa J. Amstutz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640017

New buds sprout. Leaves turn green. Leaves turn gold. Snowflakes fall. Why do seasons change? Hint: It's all about the sun! In My Earth and Space Science Library: Seasons and the Sun, you'll learn about the different seasons and how Earth’s tilt toward the sun causes the seasons to change.

Changes on Earth

Lisa J. Amstutz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731639974

Earth is constantly changing. Some of these changes happen in the blink of an eye. Some take place over millions of years. In My Earth and Space Science Library: Changes on Earth, you'll learn more about the fast and slow changes happening all around us.

Watching the Weather

Lisa J. Amstutz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640000

What's the weather like today? What's the weather like throughout the year? In My Earth and Space Science Library: Watching the Weather, you'll learn about types of weather in places all over planet Earth, including common and severe weather events, and the difference between weather and climate.

Design and Build It in the Dirt

Nikole Brooks Bethea (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640079

Dirt is everywhere! It's under buildings, roads, and sidewalks. How does dirt need to be moved and shaped before structures can be built? In My Engineering Library: Design and Build It in the Dirt, you'll learn about what engineers think about when building in the dirt!

A World of Water

Lisa J. Amstutz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731639967

We live in a water-filled world. Water is all around us, and even inside us! In My Earth and Space Science Library: A World of Water, you'll learn more about Earth's bodies of water and how water flows through the water cycle.

Protecting Our Planet

Lisa J. Amstutz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731639981

Earth is our home, but its health is in danger! In My Earth and Space Science Library: Protecting Our Planet, you'll learn more about the threats facing Earth and how you can help protect our planet.

Design and Build It Below

Nikole Brooks Bethea (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640031

What's going on under the ground? There are pipes, tunnels, and even roads underneath us! How do they get built down there? In My Engineering Library: Design and Build It Below, you'll learn how engineers design and build underground utilities, tunnels, and bridge foundations.

Design and Build It Higher

Nikole Brooks Bethea (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640024

Look up! Structures stretch high into the sky. But what happens during strong winds or earthquakes? In My Engineering Library: Design and Build It Higher, you'll learn about the methods engineers use to prevent tall structures from failing.

Great Minds and Finds in Africa

Mike Downs (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731639493

What do writing, surgery, glaciers, and fossils have in common? They all have histories in Africa, one of Earth’s seven continents. In this exciting learning adventure, Great Minds and Finds in Africa, you'll discover these great inventions and more from ancient and modern Africa!

Erosion

Shirley Duke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781627179836

This book focuses on erosion and discusses the effects it has on the current landscape and the way it impacts Earth.

Measuring the Weather

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731628466

Weather Watchers: Measuring the Weather introduces young readers to the tools used for observing and measuring the weather based on early elementary classroom weather units. This book includes an age-appropriate activity that enhances comprehension, which can be done at home or in the classroom. Each book in the Weather Watchers series focuses on a particular topic, giving readers a basic scientific introduction to different types of weather, weather measurement methods, the ways weather affects people, and more. Also included is a glossary, index, and an after reading activity to advance learning

Rain, Snow, Sleet, and Hail

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731628480

Weather Watchers: Rain, Snow, Sleet, and Hail gives young readers a basic scientific look at different types of precipitation. This book includes an age-appropriate activity that enhances comprehension, which can be done at home or in the classroom. Each book in the Weather Watchers series focuses on a particular topic, giving readers an introduction to different types of weather, weather measurement methods, the ways weather affects people, and more. Also included is a glossary, comprehension questions, and further reading suggestions to advance learning.

Weather Affects Me

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731628503

Weather Watchers: Weather Affects Me gives young readers a basic scientific look at the ways weather influences people's decisions and behaviors. This book includes an age-appropriate activity that enhances comprehension, which can be done at home or in the classroom. Each book in the Weather Watchers series focuses on a particular topic, giving readers an introduction to different types of weather, weather measurement methods, the ways weather affects people, and more. Also included is a glossary, comprehension questions, and further reading suggestions to advance learning.

Predicting the Weather

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731628497

Weather Watchers: Predicting the Weather gives young readers an introduction to the science behind weather prediction. This book includes an age-appropriate activity that enhances comprehension, which can be done at home or in the classroom. Each book in the Weather Watchers series focuses on a particular topic, giving readers an introduction to different types of weather, weather measurement methods, the ways weather affects people, and more. Also included is a glossary, comprehension questions, and further reading suggestions to advance learning.

Weather Patterns

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731628473

Weather Watchers: Weather Patterns gives young readers a basic scientific look at different types of weather patterns. This book includes an age-appropriate activity that enhances comprehension, which can be done at home or in the classroom. Each book in the Weather Watchers series focuses on a particular topic, giving readers an introduction to different types of weather, weather measurement methods, the ways weather affects people, and more. Also included is a glossary, comprehension questions, and further reading suggestions to advance learning.

Dangerous Weather

Mari Schuh (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731628510

Weather Watchers: Dangerous Weather gives young readers a basic scientific look at different types of dangerous weather conditions. This book includes an age-appropriate activity that enhances comprehension, which can be done at home or in the classroom. Each book in the Weather Watchers series focuses on a particular topic, giving readers an introduction to different types of weather, weather measurement methods, the ways weather affects people, and more. Also included is a glossary, comprehension questions, and further reading suggestions to advance learning.

Invention of the Combustion Engine

Mike Downs (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629906

The invention of the combustion engine changed huge parts of daily life. It allowed people access to much more of the world, including the air and sea. These engines improved the food, clothes, and other everyday items that we use to live. It Changed the World: Invention of the Combustion Engine provides readers with a before-and-after look at the way the world has changed. Each book in the NGSS-aligned It Changed the World series introduces readers to some amazing inventions. Interesting facts and vivid photos show how these inventions changed, and continue to change, the lives of people around the world. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity for further learning.

Sólidos, líquidos, y gases

Pablo de la Vega, Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629586

Each day, you encounter solids, liquids, and gases. How can you tell which substance is which? My Physical Science Library: Solids, Liquids, and Gases teaches young readers how to describe and classify materials based on observable properties such as color, texture, size, and shape. The My Physical Science Library collection introduces a variety of science topics for early learners based on physical science NGSS standards. From motion to energy supplied by the sun, these books present complicated information in easy-to-understand language and provide kid-friendly examples. Each book includes an activity that supports further comprehension

Invention of Space Exploration

Mike Downs (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629869

Space exploration is one of humanity's most incredible accomplishments. In just a few decades, people went from dreaming about space to actually exploring it. Space technology has helped us explore other planets and learn more about our own. It Changed the World: Invention of Space Exploration provides readers with a before-and-after look at the way the world has changed. Each book in the NGSS-aligned It Changed the World series introduces readers to some amazing inventions. Interesting facts and vivid photos show how these inventions changed, and continue to change, the lives of people around the world. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity for further learning.

Empujar y jalar

Pablo de la Vega, Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629555

My Physical Science Library: Push and Pull teaches young readers what happens when we push or pull an object, including discussions of speed, strength, direction, and what happens when objects touch or collide. The My Physical Science Library collection introduces a variety of science topics for early learners based on physical science NGSS standards. From motion to energy supplied by the sun, these books present complicated information in easy-to-understand language and provide kid-friendly examples. Each book includes an activity that supports further comprehension

Invention of Phones

Jennifer Reed (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629883

It’s hard to imagine life without phones. From the earliest electric telegraph to today’s powerful technology, phones have played a huge role in history. The invention of phones changed how the world communicates. It Changed the World: Invention of Phones provides readers with a before-and-after look at the way the world has changed. Each book in the NGSS-aligned It Changed the World series introduces readers to some amazing inventions. Interesting facts and vivid photos show how these inventions changed, and continue to change, the lives of people around the world. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity for further learning.

Comunicándose con señales y patrones

Pablo de la Vega, Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629609

Sound and light travel through our world in waves. My Physical Science Library: Communicating with Signals and Patterns teaches young readers about the ways in which we can communicate using light and sound. It investigates and explains signals, patterns, vibrations, and waves of light and sound. The My Physical Science Library collection introduces a variety of science topics for early learners based on physical science NGSS standards. From motion to energy supplied by the sun, these books present complicated information in easy-to-understand language and provide kid-friendly examples. Each book includes an activity that supports further comprehension

Invention of Electricity

Robin Koontz (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629890

For thousands of years, humans survived without electricity. They employed fire, solar energy, water, wind, and animal power to get things done. People's lives changed dramatically when Thomas Edison and other engineering pioneers figured out how to harness the power of electricity and put it to use for just about everything in modern life. It Changed the World: Invention of Electricity provides readers with a before-and-after look at the way the world has changed. Each book in the NGSS-aligned It Changed the World series introduces readers to some amazing inventions. Interesting facts and vivid photos show how these inventions changed, and continue to change, the lives of people around the world. Each book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, and an extension activity for further learning.

Rápido y lento

Pablo de la Vega, Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629562

Zoom! What makes a car go fast, or slow down? My Physical Science Library: Fast and Slow teaches young readers all about speed and direction, including pushing, pulling, starting, and stopping. The My Physical Science Library collection introduces a variety of science topics for early learners based on physical science NGSS standards. From motion to energy supplied by the sun, these books present complicated information in easy-to-understand language and provide kid-friendly examples. Each book includes an activity that supports further comprehension

El sonido viaja

Pablo de la Vega, Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731629579

Waves don’t just happen in the ocean. Billions of sound waves move through the air every second. My Physical Science Library: Sound Moves teaches young readers about sound waves and how we send and receive them in order to communicate, make music, and so much more. The My Physical Science Library collection introduces a variety of science topics for early learners based on physical science NGSS standards. From motion to energy supplied by the sun, these books present complicated information in easy-to-understand language and provide kid-friendly examples. Each book includes an activity that supports further comprehension