Technology solves problems to make our lives better. From telephones to video games, who do we have to thank for our favorite technological wonders? Follow along with engaging illustrations, captivating photos, and fun text to learn all about the scientists, engineers, and inventors who were brilliant people with big ideas.
¿Sabías que el Tiranosaurio era el dinosaurio come carne más feroz? No era el más grande, pero era enorme – 7 toneladas (6.5 toneladas métricas) de monstruosidad. Con más de 40 pies (12 m) de largo, fue un asesino inteligente con una visión aguda. Aprende todo sobre estas criaturas prehistóricas y los paleontólogos que los estudian.
¿Sabias que la momia del faraón Khufu fue colocada en lo que se llama la Gran Pirámide? Es la estructura de piedra más grande del mundo, que consta de 2.300.000 bloques de piedra, ¡cada uno pesa varias toneladas! ¡Esa es una gran lápida!
A simple book describing the origin and the significance of using evergreen trees at Christmastime, how they are grown, cut, and shipped, how to chose a good tree, and how to care for it.
Earth was a lot different when dinosaurs were alive. Scientists study important clues that were left behind to learn what kinds of dinosaurs lived where, what they ate, and how fast they could run. Even though there have been incredible changes on Earth, there are still dinosaur relatives living today!
Mardy and Olaus Murie fell in love in--and with--Alaska. Then set out on an adventure across the Arctic for Olaus's work as a biologist, encountering the beauty and danger of the wilds along the way. They learned from Indigenous communities to appreciate the interconnectedness of all living creatures and understood that the way humans were moving in on wild land was threatening the natural world. So they shifted the focus of their work to conservation, fighting to protect the land and animals--and lobbying for the creation of what finally became the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, nine thousand square miles of protected land! Mardy and Olaus's story of passion and hard work will inspire all readers to fan their spark of purpose into flame. Backmatter includes additional information on Mardy and Olaus, their legacy, the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, and more.
This title gives readers several clues that lead up to a specific dinosaur. The book also notes what animals are not the answer along the way. Readers will enjoy learning about the interesting characteristics of several dinosaurs all while strengthening reasoning and reading skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Junior is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
This beginning reader title introduces Velociraptor by covering when it lived, what it looked like, what it ate, and where some of its fossils have been found. This title is a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers.
This beginning reader title introduces Diplodocus by covering when it lived, what it looked like, what it ate, and where some of its fossils have been found. This title is a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers.
This beginning reader title introduces Parasaurolophus by covering when it lived, what it looked like, what it ate, and where some of its fossils have been found. This title is a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers.
This beginning reader title introduces Mosasaurus by covering when it lived, what it looked like, what it ate, and where some of its fossils have been found. This title is a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers.
This beginning reader title introduces Carnotaurus by covering when it lived, what it looked like, what it ate, and where some of its fossils have been found. This title is a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers.
This beginning reader title introduces Compsognathus by covering when it lived, what it looked like, what it ate, and where some of its fossils have been found. This title is a Level 1 and is written specifically for beginning readers.
Describes the evolution of television. An introduction explains how television is used and when it came to be a part of daily life. The remaining chapters detail eras in the development of television up until the present day. 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.
Describes the evolution of telephones. An introduction explains how telephones are used and when they came to be a part of daily life. The remaining chapters detail eras in the development of telephones up until the present day. 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.
Describes the evolution of computers. An introduction explains how computers are used and when they came to be a part of daily life. The remaining chapters detail eras in the development of computers up until the present day. 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.
Our planet is amazing and wonderful! But what happens when nature strikes back? From hurricanes to landslides, find out all about the world's worst natural disasters. The grapheme /a/ is featured in this title. Natural Disasters is part of Decodables by Jump!, a comprehensive library of decodable leveled readers that follow a sequenced approach to phonics instruction.
With large jaws and serrated teeth, Giganotosaurus is a dinosaur with a shark's bite. The strong chomper uses its long teeth like knives to stab and cut up its prey. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that can scare with its smile!
Diet usually determines body size, but this is not the case with Diplodocus. The dinosaur is plus size even though it eats salads rather than slabs of meat. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that often gets compared to a big blue whale!
A top sprinter, Gallimimus can outrun most dinosaurs. The fast biped accelerates much like a car merging onto a highway. It eventually reaches a speed of 50 miles per hour. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that excels at the game of tag!
The ground rumbles wherever Apatosaurus walks. It just isn't possible for the heavy herbivore to sneak around quietly from tree to tree. The giant weighs as much as several elephants. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that is well known for its thunderous footsteps!
When gliding through the air, Archaeopteryx looks more like a bird than a dinosaur. Even when grounded, it almost appears more avian than reptilian because of feathers and a beak. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that has wings and can fly!
Sharp is a good word for describing Velociraptor’s look. The skilled hunter has clawed feet and razor-like teeth. Both become weapons when capturing prey. They can grip, slash, and tear as needed. In this children’s book, meet a dinosaur that famously flaunts crazy nails!
Being fearless, Allosaurus never shies away from doing as it pleases. The daring dinosaur feeds itself by scavenging as well as hunting. It often steals meals from other meat-eaters. In this children's book, meet a dinosaur that has built its reputation on bold behavior!
When in the spotlight, Stegosaurus does what it can to show off. It displays its standing back plates to look much bigger in size. This intimidates some challengers and impresses potential mates. In this children’s book, meet a dinosaur that walks with some swagger!
