Nancy Dickmann
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This visually stunning guide gives an up-close look at some of the more elusive objects in space. Definitions of better-known objects, such as comets, as well as lesser-known objects, such as centaurs and trojans, give a basic understanding of space objects and the history of how they were discovered. It also covers the scientists who theorized about their existence and the later scientists who actually discovered them. Readers will also get a look...
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In this visually spectacular tour of the outer reaches of our solar system, readers discover many intriguing facts. For example, the outer planets are separated from the inner planets by the asteroid belt. And, in addition to discovering Jupiter's moons, Galileo, in the early 17th century, observed the phases of Venus and made careful studies of sunspots. Readers also learn why humans could never live on one of the gas planets. The physical and chemical...
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This colorful, dynamic volume explains to upper-elementary-level readers the exciting science behind the sun and all its fantastic phenomena. The narrative covers the sun's role from ancient mythology and astronomy through modern discoveries before going in-depth and inside the sun's layers, breaking down the chemistry and physics behind the sun's composition and atmosphere. Thrilling events such as solar flares, eclipses, and star formation are explained...
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Computers communicate differently than people. Coders write algorithms in different computer languages that give computers clear instructions on how to work. This book explores the first computer communications and how coding works. Readers will learn about binary, the 0s and 1s that make up the base of all computer programming, as well as how coders find problems and fix mistakes. Perfect for the young coding enthusiast and the beginner, this book...
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Most of our energy has come from oil, gas, and coal. Find out how we can heat and light our buildings, travel, and power our computers and devices without harming the planet in this resourceful title. Extracting resources damages the environment, and burning them contributes to global warming, harms our health, and pollutes the air and water. Case studies show how scientists are investigating renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power,...
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Artificial intelligence is one of the hottest fields in STEM, and readers get an up-close look at it in this helpful introduction to careers in the world of AI. Accessible text breaks down different jobs, and a vibrant mix of photographs and illustrations enhances the engaging tone. Eye-catching fact boxes provide additional information about how the STEM concepts readers study in the classroom are used by the people developing the latest AI technology....
88) Fruits
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Make a place for fruits in your diet. Once readers find out how nutritional fruit is, in addition to being delicious, they'll make a point to have it regularly. Read this book to learn about how to eat well and use MyPlate.
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Your readers will discover different tasks robots handle in the world and how robots are put together. This book explores how robots ingest data from their surroundings, and how they function. Budding engineers will also discover some of the intricacies of artificial intelligence, including what it takes to make a machine that can pass as a human. Compelling infographics and simple language make complex mechanics easier to understand. There's a lot...
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Discover which kittens are calm and quiet and which are bouncy and playful!
Find out fascinating facts about each breed and the characteristics which make them so super-cool, be it the spots of the Egyptian Mau or the ears of the Sphinx. It's time to decide who gets your vote as the coolest kitten ever!
Stunning photographs and easy-to-read text make this the perfect book for young animal lovers.
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IL: MG - BL: 6.4 - AR Pts: 1
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There's a reason boats row gently down the stream; water creates kinetic energy as it flows downhill. In this volume, readers will learn how human beings convert this clean, renewable energy source into electricity. Waterfalls, mills, and dams splash across the pages in beautiful photographs. Interesting fact boxes bubble up to the surface to keep readers engaged. This unique blend of technology and geography can play an essential role in any science...
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IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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After rock hunting near a river all day, you bring home a bucket filled with rocks. You break one open. Inside, gold cube-shaped crystals shine. You've found pyrite! It will be a perfect addition to your growing rock collection. Find out how fool's gold, or pyrite, forms, where it is found, and about some of the most amazing pyrite discoveries. Then learn how you can find and collect this gleaming gold mineral too!
96) Tow Trucks
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IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
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A car breaks down on the highway. It won't go. What vehicle can help? A tow truck! Tow trucks carry broken vehicles to repair shops so they can be fixed and get back on the road. Young readers will find out about tow trucks, their main parts, and how these important vehicles are used.
97) App Design
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Apps are a familiar part of many kids' lives, but do they know what it takes to design and create them? Readers are introduced to many of the different career paths within the world of app design-from the development stage to the backend work. As they explore the ins and outs of each job, they deepen their understanding of how STEM concepts are applied in the professional world. Fact boxes, illustrations, and photographs are included as part of the...
98) Electric Cars
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A car zips down the street. But you don't hear the engine rumbling. Why? It's an electric car! Electric cars are becoming more common around the world. Young readers will get a basic introduction to the main parts of these vehicles. They will see how electric cars are different from gas-powered vehicles and why electric cars are better for the environment. Get young readers excited about electric vehicles!
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Some of the world's most interesting animals - lions, cheetahs, and bison - live on grasslands. These fragile ecosystems are often taken for granted and have been nearly wiped out in many places around the world. This colorful book introduces readers to this fascinating but constantly threatened landscape.
100) Sulfur
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Life can be messy, complicated, and even stinky! Just look at sulfur, one of the elements necessary for life as we know it. This essential element is found in all living things. It's an important ingredient of life, and it reeks like rotten eggs. What is this pungent element used for? Readers of this informative introduction to sulfur will find out. They'll learn how sulfur was discovered and the roles it plays in living things and in various industries....