Hurricanes can tower miles high in the sky and whip winds from a distance that would stretch from New York City to Miami. A hurricane may have even been responsible for helping the United States win its independence. But did you know we're figuring out ways to battle these beastly storms? Discover extreme facts about hurricanes in this fun and kooky book.
Did you know smoke from some wildfires can be seen across the country? Or that there are special ways to build homes to prevent them from catching fire? And have you seen the latest technology made to fight fires? Discover extreme facts about wildfires in this fun and kooky book.
Would you feel an earthquake if it happened? Are you sure? The ground moves all the time without anybody paying it any attention. But at their most extreme, earthquakes can move mountains and even shift the North Pole! Discover extreme facts about earthquakes in this fun and kooky book.
Have you ever stepped outside in temperatures so cold your snot freezes? How about seen snow drifted up higher than a home? Maybe you live somewhere where winter gets wild! Discover extreme facts about extreme cold and blizzards in this fun and kooky book.
Did you know heat can make roads crack? Have you heard about a drought going on for decades? And what do you think about using science to stop a disaster before it's even happened? Discover extreme facts about heat waves and droughts in this fun and kooky book.
Engineering can be tasty! Fun, hands-on projects bring STEAM learning to life. Simple, step-by-step instructions paired with colorful photos makes baking fun. Follow along with four edible engineering recipes. Then, learn how engineers design and build just like you!
It's totally about tech. Fun, hands-on projects bring STEAM learning to life. Simple, step-by-step instructions paired with colorful photos makes making fun. Follow along with four terrific tech projects. Then, learn how people are using technology to make the world easier and a little more fun--just like you!
Let's get a little silly! Fun, hands-on projects bring STEAM learning to life. Simple, step-by-step instructions paired with colorful photos makes exploring fun. Follow along with five silly science experiments. Then, learn how scientists everywhere are learning just like you!
For thousands of years, people have wished they could fly. Thanks to a few trailblazers, people soar through the air every day. Fun illustrations pair with bright photos to help readers learn all about our greatest adventures.
Shopping online can be fun and easy, and there are many ways to do it. Explore the world of online shopping. Then, learn some helpful tips on spotting scams and staying safe online. Colorful illustrations paired with bright photos help young readers gain digital literacy.
From a raccoon scampering along the water's edge to a young fish darting between tall reeds in the shallows, wetlands are teaming with life. All of the plants and animals in this watery home rely on one another to live healthy lives. When some of that wetland life is put at risk, others soon suffer. Uncover the truth about biodiversity, explore its impact on the environment, and learn what you can do to help life in the ocean. Approachable text and engaging images bring this timely topic to life.
With elements all around, how can students--or even scientists--keep them straight? That's where the periodic table comes into play. Learn all about the way the table is organized, the different types of elements you can find on it, and more. It's key chemistry curriculum made approachable for all!
Although it may be cold and dry, the tundra is full of life if you know where to look. All of the plants and animals living in this harsh land rely on one another to stay healthy. When some of that tundra life is put at risk, others soon suffer. Uncover the truth about biodiversity, explore its impact on the environment, and learn what you can do to help life in the tundra. Approachable text and engaging images bring this timely topic to life.
As liquid water, frozen ice, or steaming gas, water is still made of the same matter. But it acts very different in its different states. Learn the properties of each state of matter, what makes things change states, and more. It's key chemistry curriculum made approachable for all!
What do spending a year in bed, making fake memories, and suggesting a giant eruption for the good of the planet have in common? They are all done in the name of silly and strange science! Dive into the wacky world of science. Fun illustrations pair with bright photos to bring some of the craziest science to life!
Little pieces of paper help people remember things and leave quick notes, but did you know sticky notes were a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a useful tool. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!
It's fun to spray around at parties, but did you know spray string was a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into something silly to play with. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!
Yesterday, I had a bloody scrape from falling off my bike. But today there's a scab! Why does my body do that? Explore the silly body science of scabs. Learn why scabs happen, why they are healthy, and more. Lively text and bright layouts make this a perfect fit for budding scientists asking big body questions.
In the early morning of April 26, 1986, a reactor at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant became unstable, causing a huge explosion. But the disaster was only just beginning. Follow along with the true story of a doomed power plant that is still dangerous today. Then, review what you've learned with a recap timeline and a quick quiz to check how much doomed history you remember.
The giant, flightless Thunderbird was a creature so legendary tales of the animal are still told today. With their size and skills as predators, it's no wonder dinos ruled Earth back in the day. But many of the large animals of the Pleistocene epoch were not dinos. Become a paleontologist as you explore colorful illustrations and fabulous fossil photos to take a trip back in time and discover who was and was not a dino.
It's a quick way to heat up your food, but did you know the microwave oven was a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a common household appliance. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!
Metals and nonmetals make up almost everything in our world. They represent the two biggest sections on the periodic table of elements. But what exactly makes a metal? How are nonmetals similar? And what's a metalloid? Learn the answers to these questions and more. It's key chemistry curriculum made approachable for all.
When Dr. Sue Savage-Rumbaugh started her research, she was trying to teach a mother ape 10 symbols. Instead, her baby, Kanzi, picked up the few symbols as language--and now he knows over 450 words. Explore the exciting true story of a supersmart animal in this graphic nonfiction adventure. Then, learn more about these brilliant bonobos and read other stories of ape masterminds!
Who would ever think milk could become a shirt? Or that we'd consider making umbrellas for our pets? Inventions can be incredible, intense, and inexplicable! Dive into the wacky world of inventions. Fun illustrations pair with bright photos to bring some of the craziest inventions to life!
They're a cool treat on a hot day, but did you know there was a long time before ice cream became handheld? Learn the story of how this sticky, melting treat gained its cone. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders when we find ourselves in sticky situations!
