Christy Peterson
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Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers!
With a focus on STEM and late-breaking information, this book delves deep into the Hubble Space Telescope! How do scientists use the device? What are some of the recent discoveries we have made? Readers will be fascinated by the Hubble Space Telescope and the trove of data about space that it provides.
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Containing 97 percent of Earth's water supply, the ocean plays a huge role in regulating global temperatures, supporting plant and animal life, and contributing to the livelihoods of millions of people. But in spite of all this, the ocean remains drastically unexplored, and the details of its impact on human lives aren't fully understood.
Scientists from around the world are realizing that to address issues plaguing the ocean, such as dead zones,...
14) Bird Colors
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From little yellow canaries to big brown ostriches, explore the colorful world of birds! Readers will be, amazed by the beauty and variety of these fascinating feathered animals, while learning about their habitats and behaviors.
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On April 22, 1970, an estimated twenty million people held in a teach-in to show their support for environmental protections. This new celebration, Earth Day, brought together previously fragmented issues under the same banner. It was the largest nationwide event ever, and lawmakers took notice.
But one day didn't change everything. Fifty years after the first Earth Day, climate change remains a dire concern. The divide between political parties...
16) Amphibian Colors
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From the bright skin of poisonous frogs to spots that help salamanders hide, explore the colorful world of amphibians with Crayola. Readers will learn about amphibians' prey and predators, life cycles, and habitats.
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Investigate the newest discoveries about stars. Learn how gravitational waves flow through space and time and change our understanding of the universe. See how cutting-edge telescopes let us look back in time to see the universe's first stars. Find out about NASA's mission to examine the sun's corona and unlock our own star's mysteries. Beautiful photos and STEM Focus sidebars accompany readers on a mission to the edge of the universe.
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Virtual reality sounds like the stuff of science fiction movies and immersive video games, but what if you could use it to become a better surgeon or a pilot? You can! Virtual reality is a realistic computer simulation that people can interact with, and it can put you in an operating room, a cockpit, or just about anywhere else. Learn about the latest developments in virtual reality technology, as well as how it's used in classrooms, living rooms,...
19) Fish Colors
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Lakes and oceans alike are, filled with colorful fish! Readers will learn fascinating information about fish characteristics and life cycles, while admiring the wide variety of color found in these underwater creatures.