Bees buzz around wildflowers while wildebeest graze on the grass, all watched over by a hungry lion. Grasslands are bursting with activity. And all that life relies on one another to stay healthy. When some of that 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 grassland. Approachable text and engaging images bring this timely topic to life.
Flower power in just a few minutes? Yes, please! Get ready to upcycle everyday items into floral masterpieces. Follow along with simple instructions and step-by-step images for fast fun making blooms on a loom, totally tulips, and more. Designed to easily fit into an active classroom session or library visit, it's easy to turn trash to treasure with Crafts in a Snap!
You can find everything from towering trees to microorganisms too small for the eye to see in the lush forest. All of the plants and animal in the forest rely on one another to stay healthy. When some of that life among the leaves 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 forest. Approachable text and engaging images bring this timely topic to life.
Country singer, actress, businesswoman, and humanitarian, Dolly Parton is a cultural icon. Coming from a large family without much money, music was her way to become a star. From moving to Nashville right out of high school, to receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award, you might think Dolly has done it all. But that's just the start for this star! Dolly is also extremely generous. She has started programs that give children free books, and she donates to many causes that she cares about. Dolly continues to write songs and give back as much as she can--and she has no plans of stopping! Learn all about Dolly's journey as a singer, icon, and more.
The desert may not seem like a good place to live, but many plants and animals make their homes in the dry land. In fact, life in the hot sands relies on one another to stay healthy. When some of that 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 desert. Approachable text and engaging images bring this timely topic to life.
Climate change is one of the leading environmental issues today. In this book, readers will learn about the causes and effects of climate change. Large-scale and personal solutions to climate change are also presented. Colorful and clear graphics, such as maps, charts, and infographics, give readers an alternative to text-heavy sources. Action-based activities will leave students with ideas for improving the world around them. Book also includes a glossary, index, suggested books and websites, and a bibliography.
Grab your pom-poms and a megaphone! We're about to learn why cheerleading ranks among the...TOP HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS.
Strap on your gym shoes and practice your vertical! We're about to learn why volleyball ranks among the...TOP HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS.
Throw on your shoulder pads and helmet! We're about to learn why football ranks among the...TOP HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS.
Bring your ball and head for the pitch. We're about to learn why soccer ranks among the...TOP HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS.
Put on your headgear and get ready for a takedown. We're about to learn why wrestling ranks among the...TOP HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS.
Lace up your shoes and get a good stretch in. We're about to learn why basketball ranks among the...TOP HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS.
Do you wonder about all of Earth's living things? Do you know what plants and animals are found in different places? In this book, learn about the five major biomes found on our planet. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
Gear up and get ready to read about everything you'll need to know to begin ice fishing. You will be planning your icy adventure in no time.
A landscape designer is a person who plans the plants, water features, lighting, and trees to make outdoor spaces that are attractive and functional. They need to be knowledgeable about soil and climate, as well as be creative and detail oriented. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a landscape designer.
An IT, or Information Technology, technician installs and repairs the electronic devices we use every day to connect with the world. They need to have an understanding of how these technologies work and how they interact with software. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become an IT technician.
Construction managers oversee the building of houses, shopping centers, and office buildings. They need to be able to manage many tasks at once and deal daily with many different kinds of workers on construction jobsites. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a construction manager.
A legal assistant has knowledge of the law, and works with lawyers to help research, organize, and communicate with clients. They need strong communication skills and be detail oriented. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a legal assistant.
Whether in a salon, shop, or spa, there are many jobs in the field of cosmetology. If you have always been interested in hairstyles and being creative with make-up and nails, this may be the field for you. This book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a cosmetologist.
Web developers help people connect around the world by designing the web pages we look at every day on the Internet. They must be good at logic and have an understanding of computer language to write code that tells a website how to function. If this sounds like the career for you, this book lays out the skills you will need to learn to become a web developer.
What do fans of professional baseball want to know? They want to know which team is the best! Each year the World Series decides the champion. Read all about heroic hits and hitters from World Series games throughout history. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
What do fans of professional football want to know? They want to know which team is the best! Each year the Super Bowl decides the champion. Read all about unforgettable plays and players from legendary Super Bowls throughout history. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
What do fans of college basketball want to know? They want to know which team is the best! Each year, the NCAA Division 1 Men's Basketball Tournament decides the national champion. Read all about stunning shots and shooters from legendary college basketball match-ups through history. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
What do fans of professional basketball want to know? They want to know which team is the best! Each year, the NBA Finals decide the champion. Read all about stunning shots and shooters from legendary basketball match-ups throughout history. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
What do fans of college football want to know? They want to know which team is the best! Each year, the College Football Playoff decides the national champion. Read all about unforgettable plays and players from legendary college football match-ups throughout history. After Reading Questions. Includes a support page of teaching tips for caregivers and teachers. Downloadable Teacher's Notes available.
