From designing robots to developing new forms of energy, 21st-century careers in engineering are not limited only to construction sites. This title explores the exciting and world-changing possibilities that an education in engineering can lead to.
As our world's population grows, so to does our need for energy. Scientists seek the next breakthrough in new technology while constantly finding ways to make current solutions cheaper and more efficient. In this title, discover what methane energy is, its history, how we use it today, and how new technologies can contribute to our energy future. Learn how methane digesters work and how they can help people in the developing world, discover ways biogas might replace natural gas, and explore the potential future uses of methane hydrates. Sidebars, full-color photos, full-spread diagrams, well-placed graphs, charts, and maps, stories highlighting innovations in action, and a glossary enhance this engaging title.
Proper manners are as important online as they are offline. Combining text, images, drawings with hands on activities, this book helps students learn proper online etiquette and safety.
The art of glass blowing has been around for over 4,000 years! Readers explore the history of blown glass, the tools and equipment that is used, and how it is still practiced today in this engaging nonfiction reader that features vibrant images and informational text.
Commonly called the T-Rex, this fearsome beast is one of the most famous dinosaurs. Learn the truth about this awesome creature.
A basic introduction to the planet Uranus, its size, composition, and place within our solar system.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of the skin in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how the skin works and how it helps us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of the skin, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about skin using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Piel also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of the nose in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how the nose works and how it helps us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of the nose, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the nose using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Nariz also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of the mouth in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how the mouth works and how it helps us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of the mouth, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the mouth using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Boca also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of the ears in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how ears work and how they help us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of the ear, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about ears using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Orejas also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of the nose in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how the nose works and how it helps us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of the nose, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the nose using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Nose also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of the eyes in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how eyes work and how they help us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of the eye, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about eyes using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Ojos also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of teeth in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how teeth work and how they help us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of a tooth, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about teeth using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Dientes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of the mouth in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how the mouth works and how it helps us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of the mouth, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the mouth using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Mouth also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of teeth in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how teeth work and how they help us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of a tooth, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about teeth using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Teeth also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of the eyes in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how eyes work and how they help us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of the eye, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about eyes using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Eyes also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In this book, beginning readers will explore the role of the hands in a healthy human body. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about how hands work and how they help us every day. A diagram illustrates the anatomy of the hand, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about hands using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Manos also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Astronomer, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a space scientist. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as an astronomer. An infographic illustrates the tools of the trade, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about astronomers online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Astronomer also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Electrical Engineer, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with an electrical engineer. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as an electrical engineer. An infographic illustrates the tools of the trade, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about electrical engineers online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Electrical Engineer also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Mechanical Engineer, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a mechanical engineer. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as a mechanical engineer. An infographic illustrates the tools of the trade, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about mechanical engineers online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Mechanical Engineer also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Víboras de la muerte, beginning readers will learn how these venomous snakes live and hunt in the wild. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they discover the dramatic world of death adders. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a death adder's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about death adders online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Víboras de la muerte also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Biologist, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a life scientist. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as an biologist. An infographic illustrates the tools of the trade, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about biologists online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Biologist also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Climate Scientist, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a climate scientist. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as an climate scientist. An infographic illustrates the tools of the trade, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about climate scientists online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Climate Scientist also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
In Anacondas, beginning readers will learn how giant green anacondas survive in the wild Amazon. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they discover the dramatic world of anacondas. A labeled diagram helps readers identify an anaconda's body parts, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about anacondas online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Anacondas also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index.
In Software Engineer, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a software engineer. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as a software engineer. An infographic illustrates the tools of the trade, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about software engineers online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Software Engineer also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.
