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"Brr! Nothing beats the cold better than a cup of hot cocoa. But what do you know about this chilly weather? Explore the science of the seasons to learn what…
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"Huge holes are carved into mountainsides and cliff faces. The dark, wet space of caves can have winding tunnels, rushing rivers, and awe-inspiring rock sculptures. They may even be home…
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"From deserts and coasts to the bottom of the sea, dunes provide shelter to many plants and animals. But how are these shifting and sandy landforms made? And how do…
"Formed over thousands of years, glaciers are so big they change the landscape around them. How do such large sheets of ice move and change? And why are they disappearing…
"Standing so tall they can be seen for miles, mountains are some of the largest landforms on Earth. As the homes of glaciers and the starting point for many rivers…
"From tall mountains through low valleys and all the way to the sea, rivers carry water across the planet. Where does all that water come from? Readers will learn how…
"Lakes hold lots of water that fish, plants, and people need. But where did all that water come from? And why are there so many lakes around the world? Readers…
Gas, groceries, and other things can become more expensive over time because of inflation. In response to rising prices, people may change how they shop or what they buy. And…
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Scientists have made vaccines to prevent several deadly illnesses, including smallpox, polio, and more. And even with those, scientists are still studying diseases and working to make new and better…
Grammy-award-winning rap artist Kendrick Lamar uses his lyrics to speak on social issues. Learn more about how he uses his musical talents to spread awareness.
Throughout U.S. history, many groups of people have had to fight for their civil rights-and many are still fighting today. Black Lives Matter protesters work to stop police violence. Water…
"In the forest, a little wood frog buries itself under a pile of leaves. Winter is on the way, and the frog settles in for a long snooze. Why does…
"A black bear settles in its cozy den. It spent the fall munching on juicy berries, but now it's getting cold. It's time for the bears to take a long…
Introduces readers to baby horses. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary…
Describes ants and their underground homes. Simple text and labeled photos make reading easy and fun, and QR codes in each chapter give readers access to online resources where they…
Describes armadillos and their underground homes. Simple text and labeled photos make reading easy and fun, and QR codes in each chapter give readers access to online resources where they…
Describes chipmunks and their underground homes. Simple text and labeled photos make reading easy and fun, and QR codes in each chapter give readers access to online resources where they…
Describes foxes and their underground homes. Simple text and labeled photos make reading easy and fun, and QR codes in each chapter give readers access to online resources where they…
Describes groundhogs and their underground homes.
Describes moles and their underground homes. Simple text and labeled photos make reading easy and fun, and QR codes in each chapter give readers access to online resources where they…
Describes prairie dogs and their underground homes. Simple text and labeled photos make reading easy and fun, and QR codes in each chapter give readers access to online resources where…
Describes worms and their underground homes.
This book introduces readers to the physical characteristics, behaviors, habitat, and life cycle of dingoes.
This book introduces readers to the physical characteristics, behaviors, habitat, and life cycle of desert iguanas.
This book introduces readers to the physical characteristics, behaviors, habitat, and life cycle of kangaroo rats.
Laws play a big role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing emissions is vital to slowing climate change. Climate Change and Politics examines the ways politics have helped or hindered…
Ice is melting, causing polar bears’ hunting grounds to shrink. Storms are growing more severe, putting human life at risk. The Effects of Climate Change examines the many ways climate…
People have been adding greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. as the amount of gases increases, climate change grows worse. How Climate Change Works examines the science behind climate change, explaining…
It’s up to people to put an end to climate change. But there are many things that must be done before climate change will slow. Stopping Climate Change examines the…
Much of the world’s oceans remain unexplored. Underwater drones help researchers find shipwrecks and learn more about ocean habitats. Deep-Sea Drones explains how these drones work and how they can…
In a very deep cave in Mexico, massive crystals grow much larger than a human. [This book] looks at when and how these crystals formed and what the future looks…
A massive canyon in Arizona glows red at sunset. Grand Canyon looks at when and how this canyon formed and what the future looks like for the popular landform. –Provided…
Fish, turtles, and many other creatures make their home among a huge coral reef off the coast of Australia. Great Barrier Reef looks at when and how this reef formed…
In Australia, a large red rock rises from the flat, dry ground. Uluru looks at when and how this monolith formed and what the future looks like for the beautiful…
As the COVID-19 pandemic spread, the phrase flatten the curve became widely known. It refers to the things people can do to space the total number of infections out over…
COVID-19 was first recognized in Wuhan, China, but within a few months it spread to every corner of the globe. The Spread of COVID-19 traces the pandemic during those perilous…
This title explores global energy use, including the history of the world’s dependence on fossil fuels and highlighting the efforts to expand use of renewable energy sources. Features include a…
Crowds gather in wave pools to swim and bodyboard. Friends race down water slides. From lazy rivers to surfing simulators, science explains how it all works. The Science of Water…
"Living things are made of cells. Cells help living things grow. Cells looks at how these tiny units of life work and why they are important."--
"Living and nonliving things all interact in an ecosystem. Fish swim and breathe in water. Trees take root in soil. Ecosystems looks at the important roles of living and nonliving…
Plants don't eat food. Instead, they use sunlight to get energy that they can use. Photosynthesis looks at how plants take in water and air and turn them into sugars…
