Joanna Brundle
1) Arachnids
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"While some people are afraid of spiders and scorpions, others are fascinated by these cool creatures, which are both part of the arachnid family. Readers broaden their knowledge of essential early biology concepts through captivating, well-researched, and accessible main text that is also age-appropriate. They learn about the habitats, life cycles, and eating habits of the creepy crawly creatures known scientifically as arachnids."--Publisher's description....
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We live in an incredible world full of incredible inventions, and we often can't remember a time before they existed. But behind every invention is an inventor and a story! In this intriguing volume, readers will learn more about inventions, from appliances such as microwave ovens to foods such as cornflakes, and to things as widespread today as the internet. They'll also learn about the people who created these things, often on purpose but sometimes...
4) Counting
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Counting is an important beginning math skill for early learners to master. Through simple, clear text, they are introduced to this basic concept and given the tools they need to practice it. Colorful photographs of things young readers are familiar with help them see how this essential skill can be applied in the world around them. Beginning readers will enjoy exploring this counting lesson on their own or with the help of an adult. Activities, Detailed...
5) Shapes
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Geometry is an essential math concept, and it is important for early learners to develop an understanding of it from a young age. Through age-appropriate and achievable text, young readers are introduced to basic shapes and familiar real-world examples of those shapes. Early learners can explore this text independently or with the help of an adult. They will also be captivated by the vibrant, full-color photographs they will find with each turn of...
6) Patterns
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What comes next? This is a common question when dealing with patterns, and readers learn how to find out the answer as they explore fresh and fun examples of patterns. Age-appropriate text is presented in a simple way, allowing early learners to discover this essential information independently or with an adult s assistance. Vibrant photographs fill each page, making this common math curriculum topic enjoyable for young readers. With each turn of...
8) Measuring
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Measuring is a challenging math skill, but it is also an important one. Early learners are introduced to basic measurement concepts that they can explore on their own or with an adult. Simple, clear text explains different units of measurement, supporting essential math curriculum topics. Familiar examples presented with full-color photographs help readers understand how to apply what they have learned in the world around them. Young readers will...
10) Genetics
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What factors determine a person's hair color and eye color? Why are some people short and some tall? These questions and others similar to them are answered in this engaging guide to the science of genetics.
11) Dinosaurs
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Tyrannosaurus and velociraptor and triceratops oh my! Many kids are fascinated with these huge prehistoric creatures, and this book will teach them even more about dinosaurs, as well as the eras they lived in. Maps show the world the dinosaurs inhabited, while fact boxes drop fascinating bits of information about these creatures. Full-color images and pictures show dinosaurs and their environments.
12) Protozoa
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Describes protozoa, and how they live on or within other organisms, including vertebrates and invertebrates, as well as plants and other single-celled organisms.
13) Crustaceans
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Describes crustaceans, including their size, habitat, anatomy, life cycle, and relationship with humans.
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What is it like getting caught in a hurricane or a tornado? How does Earth s geography recover after enduring such disastrous weather? Questions such as these are answered in this engaging text that supports common areas of science curricula. Scenarios involving getting caught in dangerous weather are described, giving readers a glimpse of what it's like to experience a hurricane or tornado. The text is supplemented with informative fact boxes, well-organized...
15) Echinoderms
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Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and types of echinoderms.
16) Vaccines
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While vaccines are a hot-button issue, there is no scientific doubt that they have eradicated some diseases from many modern countries. Including sections on what exactly vaccines are, why they are used, and how they work, the narrative of this book explains this newsworthy topic in age-appropriate language and detail. Full-color photographs of actual medical conditions prevented by vaccines and illustrations of these diseases make each seem even...
17) Rain forests
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Wet and green and full of animal life, the world's rain forests are very important to the overall health and well-being of our planet. However, they cover less than 5 percent of Earth's surface, and many people don't know much about them. In this book, readers will learn about all the different types of rain forests, where they're located, and why they're so important to our world. Full-color photos and maps show more about these interesting biomes,...
18) Space
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The science of space can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming, especially for young readers. In this age-appropriate look at the study of space, complex ideas are simplified with concise language.
19) Electricity
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Introduces electricity, discussing what it is, where it exists, and how it can be created and conducted.
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What do robotics engineers do? How do you become an electrical engineer? Would marine engineering be a good career for you? This book answers these questions and more as it provides readers with a path from classroom to the career of their dreams. Readers will find plenty of information about different careers in the field of engineering through exciting fact boxes, sidebars, and photographs of a day in the life of an engineer. This book is an excellent...