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  • af Cecelia H Brannon
    313,95 kr.

    Rice is an essential crop. It is a staple of many diets and cuisines. But there's more to rice than being served in a bowl. Young readers can learn about how rice is grown, different ways it's used, and why it's such an important crop! Full-color photos and easy-to-read text help readers understand the basic concepts of agriculture.

  • af Benjamin Proudfit
    313,95 kr.

    When looking at a map, the first thing most people look for is the compass rose. It presents the cardinal directions and orients the map reader. Without a compass rose, it would be very difficult to find anything on a map! In this book, the main text explains how to use the compass rose as well as what the cardinal and intermediate directions are and mean. Full-color map examples allow readers to immediately apply what they've learned and use a compass rose and cardinal directions to find their destination!

  • af Benjamin Proudfit
    313,95 kr.

    Without a map key, some maps would not be able to be understood at all! The symbols found in the legend, or key, tell what resources a place has, how a country's borders have changed over the course of its history, and so much more. In this helpful book, readers are introduced to common map key symbols and learn how they can be used on all kinds of maps, from political to physical maps. Full-color examples of maps with simple keys help readers apply their new knowledge immediately.

  • af Cecelia H Brannon
    313,95 kr.

    Corn is an essential crop. It is a staple of many diets and cuisines. But there's more to corn than when it's on the cob. Young readers can learn about ears of corn, different ways corn is used, and why it's such an important crop! Full-color photos and easy-to-read text help readers understand the basic concepts of agriculture. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.

  • af Simon Pierce
    292,95 kr.

    Mars has been a source of fascination for thousands of years. Ray Bradbury's classic novel, The Martian Chronicles, was published in 1950, a full 15 years before the first up-close photographs of Mars were taken by Mariner 4. As time went on and technology advanced, scientists started to realize that a manned mission to Mars could one day be possible. However, many stumbling blocks remain before that point can be reached. Vivid full-color photographs and detailed graphic organizers help young readers visualize what such a mission might entail--and whether it could happen in their lifetime.

  • af Benjamin Proudfit
    313,95 kr.

    There is no more accurate way to communicate your location than using latitude and longitude--and it even transcends a language barrier! These coordinates can help rescuers save someone lost in the wilderness or geocachers discover their treasure. In this informative volume, readers learn about the development, use, and accuracy of the grid mapping system of latitude and longitude. The main content supports mapping topics in social studies classes, including an understanding of the equator and Prime Meridian. Full-color maps aid readers' understanding as fact boxes clarify key information.

  • af Anna Collins
    292,95 kr.

    All stars have a finite life expectancy--even our own sun. Fortunately, many stars survive for billions of years. Our sun has existed for more than 4 billion years and has not yet reached the next phase of its life cycle. While it is inevitable that the sun will burn out, it will not be within the lifetime of anyone alive today. Through accessible main text, enhanced with vivid full-color photographs and informative graphic organizers, explores the science behind the sun and what humanity can do to mitigate the damage of this star's eventual death.

  • af Cecelia H Brannon
    313,95 kr.

    An apple a day keeps the doctor away." More than just a snack, apples are used for many familiar foodstuffs. Through simple text and vivid photos, young readers will learn all about apples and the importance they have as a crop. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.

  • af Benjamin Proudfit
    313,95 kr.

    Living in the Pacific Northwest in winter and the Southeastern United States in winter will be two very different experiences. In Oregon, it'll be rainy and cool. In Florida, it's often a pleasant temperature and sunny! These places are in different climate zones, a fact readers learn all about in this book. Readers learn the main features of Earth's climate zones, including the tropical, temperate, polar, Mediterranean, highland, and arid zones. Full-color photographs and maps of these regions aid the main content in supporting both science and geography curricula.

  • af Sophie Washburne
    292,95 kr.

    Although Albert Einstein predicted the existence of black holes in 1916, they remained the stuff of science fiction until astronomers definitively proved his theory in 1971. Today, although we know more about black holes, we are far from a perfect understanding of these astronomical objects. This volume utilizes engaging fact boxes and vivid full-color photographs to help young readers better understand what we know about black holes as well as what questions remain to be answered. A list of relevant books and websites also provides a jumping-off point for future independent research.

  • af Charley Light
    348,95 kr.

    Cyberbullies are seemingly everywhere online. From social media to comments sections, and even text messages, they can ruin a safe, happy online experience. So, what's the best way to handle a cyberbully and how can you make sure to stay safe? In this book, young readers will learn how to identify and protect themselves from cyberbullies. The text highlights STEM education, with a focus on technology and how it affects our lives. A selection of full-color photographs and informative fact boxes will enhance young readers' understanding of the topic.

  • af Jennifer Lombardo
    277,95 kr.

    For thousands of years, people have told stories about what the stars are and where they come from, from ancient Greek myths about the constellations to the ancient Egyptian belief that a king's soul became a star when he died. However, true scientific research took place alongside these stories. Later astronomers built on this foundational research, and with the help of scientific instruments such as spectrometers, the mystery of the stars was finally solved. This volume, enhanced by full-color photographs and informative fact boxes, examines past and present knowledge to give young readers a better understanding of our skies.

  • af Megan Quick
    313,95 kr.

    No landform could sound quite as scary as Death Valley! Its name came from a group of gold seekers who almost didn't make it out alive--and some of their companions didn't. In this book, lower elementary readers explore this hot, dry part of the American Southwest and the national park that now exists there. The main content includes the flora and fauna found there as well as the adaptations they need to survive in the heat of the day and cold of the night. Full-color photographs show the unique beauty of the valley, despite its name.

  • af Charley Light
    348,95 kr.

    One of the best things about the internet is how much information is available at the press of just a few buttons. Today, research is so much easier than it was just a few generations ago. But with all that access to knowledge, how do researchers know good information from bad? In this book, young readers will learn how to find reputable online sources when conducting research. Full-color photographs and detailed fact boxes will help them determine if information is reliable and trustworthy. Age-appropriate text encourages independent reading.

  • af Donna Reynolds
    292,95 kr.

    Since 1992, astronomers have been discovering exoplanets at an astonishing rate. As of 2022, more than 5,000 have been identified. This has sparked humanity's collective imagination. Could any of those planets be hospitable to human life? What characteristics would these planets require if this were to become a reality? Is terraforming a viable option? This volume examines these questions and more, with informative fact boxes and enlightening graphic organizers to help illuminate complex scientific topics for young students. A glossary of new terms expands readers' vocabulary, and a list of relevant books and websites enables further research.

  • af Benjamin Proudfit
    313,95 kr.

    Whether you're looking at a paper map or a map online, it's important to understand how to read it. From weather maps to road maps, these tools help us better understand the world around us, and especially help us find where we're going! This volume includes basic map concepts, such as using map keys, scale, and latitude and longitude, all of which support lower elementary social studies curricula. Examples and full-color maps introduce readers to climate maps, population maps, and more!

  • af Charley Light
    292,95 kr.

    Most people know that viruses can make people very sick. But there are also certain kinds of viruses that can infect computers. In this book, readers will learn about computer programs called viruses, and how they can harm devices and even steal information. The book will explain how users can keep their computers and other technology safe and what to do if a virus happens to infect their device. The text includes fact boxes and full-color photographs to enhance STEM learning. Approachable language encourages independent reading and comprehension.

  • af Jennifer Lombardo
    277,95 kr.

    Asteroid collisions are not unknown to our planet. The atmosphere protects Earth from most of these heavenly bodies, but the largest ones can make it through. So far, although large asteroids have permanently altered Earth's terrain and the organisms living on it, no asteroid has yet been destructive enough to completely eradicate the planet. Is this a future possibility? What are scientists' plans in case of such an emergency? This volume examines these questions and more. The age-appropriate main text, supported by engaging fact boxes and enlightening graphic organizers, provides young readers with scientific facts and avoids scare tactics.

  • af Benjamin Proudfit
    313,95 kr.

    What exactly is the difference between Eastern Standard Time and Pacific Standard Time? And why do they--and the 22 other global time zones--exist at all? In this fun, informative set, readers learn the answers to these questions, starting with the history of time zones that began with the American railroad lines. With content that supports social studies curricula, the main text is written especially for lower elementary readers. Colorful maps throughout the book allow readers to immediately apply the map reading and geography knowledge they've gained.

  • af Cecelia H Brannon
    313,95 kr.

    Wheat is an essential crop. It is used to make everything from bread to cereal. Through easy-to-read text, young readers will learn about wheat and many of its uses. Full-color photos will help young readers understand the concepts of crops and their uses. A Words to Know section helps readers learn new vocabulary, while Further Reading encourages deeper learning.

  • af Charley Light
    348,95 kr.

    Online gaming can be a great way to connect with friends and enjoy some downtime. It can also involve playing video games with strangers. In this book, young readers will learn how to keep themselves safe and protect their privacy from strangers. They'll also learn how to identify those who wish to do harm. The text includes informative fact boxes and full-color photographs to appeal to young readers and boost comprehension. Accessible language and a focus on technology enhances a well-rounded STEM education.

  • af Charley Light
    348,95 kr.

    Social media is a great place to interact with friends and share photographs and videos of the latest dance trends. Sharing too much, though, can put people--especially youngsters--at risk from people who mean to do harm. In this book, young readers will learn why it's important not share certain details on social media platforms and how to recognize certain dangers. The text features accessible language that encourages independent reading and comprehension among young readers. Full-color photographs and informative fact boxes enhance a well-rounded STEM education.

  • af Charley Light
    292,95 kr.

    For the most part, the internet is a fun and informative place. But every time we visit a website, buy something online, or even post on social media, we're opening up a little bit of our private lives for the world to possibly see. In this book, readers will learn about online privacy and how to protect their personal information on the internet. The text includes full-color photographs and detailed fact boxes to drive home the topic for young readers. With a focus on technology and computer science, the book complements a well-rounded STEM education.

  • - Painter and Educator
    af Charlotte Etinde-Crompton
    288,95 kr.

    Born in Georgia at the end of the nineteenth century, Alma Woodsey Thomas defied society's expectations for black women. She did not marry, have children, or work as a domestic. Instead, Thomas was a teacher and an artist. Fascinated by nature and the universe, she could paint vivid scenes of everything from the trees in her yard to NASA's first moon landing. Readers will learn that she wouldn't win public acclaim for her art until later in life. Facing health problems and old age, Thomas managed to become one of the country's most influential artists.

  • af Carmen Bredeson
    163,95 kr.

    A sneeze that travels 100 mile per hour? A person makes over four cups of spit in a day? Can it really be true? Readers find out as they learn about the weird and wonderful human body.

  • af Linda Bozzo
    313,95 kr.

    Through simple yet informative text and full-color photos, author Linda Bozzo and the American Canine Association teach readers all about one of the most popular breeds of dog, the dachshund, including how to take care of one and what needs are specific to the breed. Also included are a Note to Parents that stresses the importance of spaying or neutering and microchipping pets, a Words to Know section to help young readers learn new vocabulary, and a Read About Dogs section to encourage further exploration.

  • af Jeanne Nagle
    398,95 kr.

    Although he started his life wanting to be a professional soccer player, Ramsay's competitive streak gave him a head start in a career as a chef and as the host of several television shows. But the Scottish-born chef is much more than a tough-as-nails television personality. Readers will learn about Ramsay's culinary career, rise to celebrity status, and personal life. They will also discover how to become a chef and get the chance to try some recipes inspired by him.

  • af Rita Santos
    313,95 kr.

    It takes a special animal to survive the subzero temperatures found at the South Pole. Emperor penguins are the largest living penguins. They use their size to help them survive in Antarctica, one of the coldest place on Earth. With the help of vibrant photographs and simple text, readers will examine how the emperor penguin's life cycle, body structure, and behaviors have adapted to its challenging environment. A follow-up activity encourages readers to use what they've learned to create food webs based on these cool creatures.

  • af Linda Bozzo
    313,95 kr.

    Author Linda Bozzo and the American Canine Association provide young readers with accessible information, fun facts, and adorable full-color photos of French bulldogs. Students will learn whether a puppy or adult dog is right for them, what to feed it, and how to keep it clean and healthy. Also included are a Note to Parents that stresses the importance of spaying or neutering and microchipping pets, a Words to Know section to help young readers learn new vocabulary, and a Read About Dogs section to encourage further exploration.

  • af Kathy Furgang
    313,95 kr.

    The Arctic fox makes its home in one of the most brutal environments in the world. So how does it survive? Readers discover the many ways that these amazing animals adapt and thrive in the Arctic. Full-color photographs and fast facts enhance the narrative as readers learn about the Arctic fox's diet, behaviors, and adaptations, from its extra-warm pelt to its sharp hunting instincts. At the end of the book, readers are invited to explore this cool creature's role in the Arctic food web.