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Leigh McClure
Every living thing is made up of cells. The human body alone can have more than 30 trillion cells! This book introduces readers to the building blocks of biology. What…
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The circulatory system has an important job: delivering oxygen from the lungs to the cells and organs of the rest of the body, as well as remove waste products. The…
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The digestive system takes the nutrients in food to fuel the processes that keep our bodies alive and working well! In addition, it helps the body eliminate waste products. In…
From the eyes to the toes, muscles are found throughout the body, enabling us to move! They help us grab, lift, push, pull, swing, twist, and generally help us get…
The brain powers the nervous system, which is made up of the brain, spinal column, and nerves found throughout the body. This vital system makes all activities, from eating and…
The air that enters our lungs when we breathe in contains oxygen, which our bodies need to help turn food into energy. When we breathe out, carbon dioxide is removed…
The framework of the body is the skeleton. Its bones protect the body, but also produce blood cells and even act as storehouses for minerals the body may need in…
All living things go through a life cycle, an amazing journey from creation until death. However, plants and animals have differences between their life cycles, and many creatures on Earth…
From tiny duckweed to towering redwood trees and sprawling beds of sea grass, plants cover many parts of Earth. They're essential to life on this planet--and we must protect them…
How do animals survive out in the wild? Readers will learn how many years of evolution have led to essential adaptations in living things. From the trunks of elephants to…
How does the human body work? What's a body system? What makes the human body healthy or sick? These questions and more are highlighted in this essential guide to the…
Humans may look different from one another, but we share 99.9 percent of our DNA! How is that possible? How do genes work in plants and animals? This book answers…
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) includes major life skills that all students need to get along with others and live happy, healthy lives. This book delves into the essential SEL…
Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science concept of testing using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. A meaningful…
Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science concept of algorithms and procedures using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations…
Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science concept of reusing resources and knowledge using age-appropriate language and colorful…
Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science concept of parallelization using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. A meaningful…
Computer science is all around us, at school, at home, and in the community. This book gives readers the essential tools they need to understand the computer science concept of…
Computer science is all around us, at school, at home, and in the community. Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into essential…
This next generation of U.S. citizens has the opportunity to shape the nation and the world. With knowledge of the foundations of citizenship and society, readers can make informed decisions…
In today’s world, civic engagement is paramount in laying the foundation for the next generation of U.S. citizens. This book gives readers the tools they need to understand the civics…
Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) skills are the tools that every child needs to succeed in school and in life. This book introduces readers to the SEL skill of evaluating…
Ants are more than just pests; they're super-strong creatures that can carry 50 times their own weight and work as a team. This book introduces readers to interesting facts about…
Saltwater crocodiles are the largest reptiles on Earth and they can go through 8,000 teeth over a lifetime! This book introduces readers to fascinating facts about crocodiles, from their habitat…
Porcupines are awesome animals that are covered in as many as 30,000 quills. These "quill pigs" will fascinate young readers, from their unique defenses to their diet and habitat. This…
American robins are often seen as a sign of spring; they're the first birds to lay their bright blue eggs in the new season. This book introduces readers to the…
Young readers are likely familiar with toads, but do they know that toads let out a poison when threatened and puff themselves up to scare off predators? These little animals…
