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This book provides insight into the scientific aspects of constellations as star maps and navigation tools as well as more fanciful interpretations, including a discussion of the zodiac.
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Answering its own title question, this book takes the mystery out of magnets and magnetism in language that younger readers can readily understand. Common Core Standards in the physical sciences…
The bones of the skeletal system give our bodies the support they require. Readers learn how bone forms, the difference between spongy bone and compact bone, how to keep bones…
The sense of sight shapes our comprehension of the world around us. Each layer of the eye plays an integral part in helping to convert light into electrical impulses that…
Introduce young readers to one of history’s greatest composers. They will enjoy tracing Mozart’s life from his childhood touring Europe as a musical prodigy through his years in Italy, Salzburg…
A great introduction to the American justice system for young readers and a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of courts. Readers experience the real-life drama of how laws and…
Explains what defines citizenship, including one’s rights and responsibilities, and discusses the many ways people become citizens, as well as the process of naturalization.
Etiquette means more than remembering to say please before you ask your mom to pass the peas. It comes into play in our daily lives as we hopefully strive to…
An overview of the United States Air Force and its mission.
The Economy can be an intimidating subject for some readers. They might feel that it’s too complicated to understand, or that it’s just for adults. This illuminating volume explains facets…
Without electrical engineers, the world we live in would look very different. Telephones (both landlines and cell phones), televisions, refrigerators, air conditioners, computers, video games, and many other aspects of…
The diversity of plant and animal life on the planet is a topic of both high interest and importance for young readers. This text explores a biome that many will…
"A book for young readers about how to read different kinds of charts and graphs."--
The religion of ancient Mesopotamia was rich and varied. Readers will learn about the colorful major gods, as well as several lesser gods. They will also get insight into the…
Young readers may have heard about the benefits of using and making the most of their resources, but how does that factor into an economic discussion? This thorough discussion defines…
Womens contributions throughout history are often overlooked or minimized when compared to those of men. Readers will learn the true story of La Malinche, a slave girl who was instrumental…
Introduces sound energy, including how sound is reflected and captured, and how different animals can hear more or fewer sounds than others –Amazon.com.
Introduces what astronomers do, the various branches of the field of astronomy, and the schooling needed to become an astronomer.
An instructive children’s book on developing and testing hypotheses –
Most of U.S. take medicine to cure our stomach ailments, but poop is also a cure. Poop is a waste product that doctors can put to good use. This volume…
On first glance, the Mexican-American War seems to be a simple border dispute. However, upon closer examination, it is clear that the war was also about slavery, politics, citizenship, and…
Climate change is a hot topic, but few readers understand exactly how it has disrupted Earth’s natural cycles. This text offers a straightforward explanation of the carbon cycle, including what…
Destructive and awe-inspiring, the eruption of a volcano is a dramatic demonstration of nature’s power. However, there is much more to the process than what we see on the surface…
The culmination of the women’s suffrage movement in the United States was the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920. Introduce young readers to the fight for equal voting rights…
Learn about horse shows and the horses that participate in them.
