From rumbling stomachs and hiccups to losing teeth and dreaming, our bodies do many amazing and bizarre things. How do we know so much about them? Sometimes, you just have to ask why.
From the foods that we eat to the ways we make them, our food waste affects the size of our carbon footprint. The bigger our carbon footprint, the more greenhouse gas is in the air. This contributes to climate change. How can we help the planet? Simple actions we can take every day can make a big difference! Learn how ditching food waste can minimize our carbon footprint and save the world.
This book begins with a narrative of the skeletal system in action before explaining how it works, what can happen when it does not work properly, and what people can do to keep it strong. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
This book begins with a narrative of the muscular system in action before explaining how it works, what can happen when it does not work properly, and what people can do to keep it strong. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
This book begins with a narrative of the nervous system in action before explaining how it works, what can happen when it does not work properly, and how to keep it strong. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
This book begins with a narrative of the respiratory system in action before explaining how it works, what can happen when it does not work properly, and what people can do to keep it strong. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
This book begins with a narrative of the digestive system in action before explaining how it works, what can happen when it does not work properly, and how to keep it strong. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
This book begins with a narrative of the immune system in action before explaining how it works, what can happen when it does not work properly, and how to keep it strong. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
This book begins with a narrative of sensory organs in action before explaining how each sensory organ works, what can happen when it does not work properly, and how to keep it strong. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
This book begins with a narrative of the circulatory system in action before explaining how it works, what can happen when it does not work properly, and what people can do to keep it strong. Vivid images and a helpful diagram will aid in comprehension.
Learn how AI helps doctors analyze patient information, diagnose illnesses, assists with surgeries, and how this technology could transform the medical field. Beautiful, crisp, full-color photographs complement the text and aid readers' comprehension.
One boy tries his hardest to do what is expected of him, but his brain just refuses to cooperate. Today it's a DINOSAUR! And tomorrow a raging bull. Who knows what might come next? In the midst of a hurricane-brain, his family pulls him back to calmer waters. The boy learns to use his unique moods and mind-sets to their best advantage, stay flexible, and, when in doubt, ask for help. This Own Voices, Own Stories Grand Prize Winner gives readers an authentic glimpse into what life can feel like for kids with autism, ADHD, and other neurodivergent traits.
The respiratory system is responsible for taking in oxygen and expelling carbon dioxide, consisting of organs such as the lungs, trachea, and diaphragm that facilitate breathing. Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research.
The skeletal system is the framework of bones and cartilage that supports and protects the body's organs, facilitates movement, produces blood cells, and stores minerals like calcium. Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research.
The muscular system is composed of muscles and tendons that work together to produce movement, maintain posture, and generate heat, controlled by the nervous system. Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research.
The five senses are sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch, allowing humans and animals to perceive and interact with their environment through specialized sensory organs. Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research.
Being healthy involves maintaining a balanced lifestyle that includes proper nutrition, regular physical activity, adequate sleep, mental well-being, and preventive care to support overall physical and emotional health. Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research.
The circulatory system is a network of organs and vessels, including the heart, blood, and blood vessels, responsible for transporting oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and waste products throughout the body. Articles are a unique way for readers to learn about the world around them. In addition to building reading comprehension skills and increasing vocabulary, articles can be used for writing and research.
Did you know animal poop can be made into paper or power cars! Eww! Discover totally extreme facts about poop in this fun and kooky book. With engaging hi-lo content to draw in 5th through 6th grade readers and a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level, reading is fun as well as accessible. It’s a roaring good time!
We’re surrounded by a world that’s too small to see. Germs are everywhere around u. From the things we touch to the people we meet, germs can spread in many different ways. Learn where we can find germs, why we should always wash our hands, how we can stop the spread, and more. Fun illustrations make this important topic approachable for young readers learning to stay healthy.
We’re surrounded by a world that’s too small to see. Germs may be a tiny part of this big world, but they can spread easily without us even knowing! Learn where we can find germs, why they can be good and bad for us, how they spread from one person or place to another, and more. Fun illustrations make this important topic approachable for young readers learning to stay healthy.
We’re surrounded by a world that’s too small to see. The world is full of teeny tiny germs. Some germs are good for us, while others can be bad. Learn where we can find germs, why some germs can help us while others can harm us, how we can stop the spread, and more. Fun illustrations make this important topic approachable for young readers learning to stay healthy.
We’re surrounded by a world that’s too small to see. Germs are so itty bitty we can’t spot them with our eyes alone, but they are truly everywhere! Learn where we can find germs, why some can help us while others can harm us, how we can stop the spread, and more. Fun illustrations make this important topic approachable for young readers learning to stay healthy.
Showcases women who have contributed to the field of medicine. This book introduces the reader to four such women, describes the trajectory of their careers, and details their unique contributions to their field. Additional features include a table of contents, a fast-facts section, sidebars, an infographic, prompts for critical thinking, a phonetic glossary, an index, information about the author, and sources for further research.
On the News gently introduces young children to the realities of natural disasters, terrorism and other forms of tragedy. In age-appropriate language and tone, this book emphasizes the good that can come out of tragedy, looking at how people help one another in caring, compassionate and heroic ways.
