Educational: Sciences, general science
Holiday House Inc How a House Is Built
Book SynopsisHouses are built with many different materials, and in many shapes and sizes. Step by step, this picture book explains how homes are built—from the architect''s plans through the arrival of a happy family. The many processes of construction are explained with simple language and bright, clear illustrations, perfect for kids starting to wonder about how the world around them works. Many different careers—including carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and landscapers—are introduced, each doing their part to bring the picture wood-frame house to life. A great read for kids who love construction sites, or who can''t get enough of Building a House by Byron Barton. According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children''s writer-illustrator. Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, includi
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Holiday House Inc A Picture Book of Thomas Alva Edison
Book SynopsisHis inventions included the phonograph, light bulb, and movie camera.
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Holiday House Inc Stargazers
Book SynopsisAfter the sun sets, on clear nights points of light begin to appear in the sky. But when we look up at the night sky, what are we seeing? Basic facts about the stars, as well as how we look at and learn about them, are introduced through simple text and bold illustrations. From ancient names for constellations to modern innovations in telescope technology, this book covers a broad range of ideas without overwhelming the reader. It introduces and reinforces important vocabulary for the aspiring astronomer, explaining everything in clear, simple phrases. Nonfiction master Gail Gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children’s writer-illustrator according to The Washington Post. This book includes a brief timeline of major advances in astronomy, written in concise, kid-friendly language, and a wealth of fun facts and trivia about the stars.
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Holiday House Inc Marshes Swamps
Book SynopsisAn eye-catching, kid-friendly exploration of marshes, swamps, and the plants and animals that thrive there.Introducing, the wetlands: unique ecosystems that are not only a home for an extensive amount of wildlife, but also a vital storage place for one of Earth''s most precious resources, water. What lives there? Find out in this simple yet extensive exploration of marshes and swamps and what they are, why they''re important, and the birds, fish, and wildlife that make it their homes. Comparing and contrasting the different types of wetlands, Marshes & Swamps explores the basics of wetland formation, the differences between salt and freshwater ecosystems, and what types of plants and trees flourish in each. Also included is an introduction to wetland conservation, a map of major swamp and marshlands in the United States, and a page of marsh and swamp facts. Perfect for elementary students, Marshes & Swamps will have you on the lookout
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Holiday House Inc Deserts
Book SynopsisAn introduction to the characteristics of deserts and the plants and animals that inhabit them.
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Holiday House Postcards from Pluto
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Holiday House Inc Ice Cream
Book SynopsisCool and smooth and sweet, ice cream has long been a favourite treat. It cools you off when it''s hot and is too delicious to resist even in cold weather. How did it get to be so scrumptious? Best-selling author/illustrator Gail Gibbons dishes out the latest scoop on ice cream production. Ice cream has come a long way from its humble beginnings as a mixture of snow, milk, and rice. Gail Gibbons details the many firsts in ice cream history, from the earliest ice cream crank to the original waffle cone. Children''s mouths will be watering as they follow ice cream''s journey from farm to factory to freezer.
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Holiday House Inc Things That Float and Things That Dont
Book SynopsisIt can be surprising which objects float and which don''t. An apple floats, but a ball of aluminum foil does not. If that same ball of foil is shaped into a boat, it floats! Why? And how is it possible that a huge ship made of steel can float? Answering these questions about density and flotation is David A. Adler''s clear, concise text, paired with Anna Raff''s delightful illustrations. Activities that demonstrate the properties of flotation are included.
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Holiday House Inc Rachel Carson and Her Book That Changed the World
Book SynopsisA biography of the pioneering scientist and environmentalist, Rachel Carson, author of Silent Spring. Once you are aware of the wonder and beauty of earth, you will want to learn about it, wrote Rachel Carson. Determined and curious even as a child, Rachel Carson''s fascination with the natural world led her to study biology, and pursue a career in science at a time when very few women worked in the field. This lyrical, illustrated biography follows Carson''s journey—from a girl exploring the woods, to a woman working to help support her family during the Great Depression, to a journalist and pioneering researcher, investigating and exposing the harmful effects of pesticide overuse. Best known for writing Silent Spring, Rachel Carson was a major figure in the early environmental movement, and her work brought a greater understanding of the impact humans have on our planet. Rachel Car
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Holiday House Inc Hello Spring
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Holiday House Inc Tool Book
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Holiday House Inc Boat Book
Book SynopsisA bright flotilla awaits in this exciting nonfiction board book-- perfect for toddlers who love things that go, go, go!Rowboats, canoes, sailboats, speedboats, cruise ships, submarines, tugboats, and more! Boats come in all sizes and we use them in different ways: for recreation, for transportation, and even for police work and fighting fires. Learn all about boats, how they move, and what we use them for in this sturdy, bright board book by an award-winning children''s author. Don''t miss Gail Gibbons'' other exciting board book transportation titles, including Trucks, Planes, and Bicycles!Acclaimed nonfiction author Gail Gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children''s writer-illustrator according to The Washington Post. These accessible, kid-friendly introductions to the world around us are now available in board-book form, simplified and formatted for the youngest reade
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Holiday House Inc Hurricanes
Book SynopsisWhat in the world is a hurricane? In this age of extreme weather, this newly updated edition of Gail Gibbons' informative introduction to hurricanes, with safety tips included, answers that question.Imagine a force that can toss boats around like toys, wash away bridges, create waves as high as eighteen feet, and change the shape of a shoreline. With fierce winds and torrential rains, hurricanes can do all of these things.In this newly revised edition, vetted by weather experts, Gail Gibbons introduces readers to the concepts of hurricane formation, classification, weather preparedness, and the ever-evolving technology that helps us try to predict the behavior of these powerful storms.Extensive updates include refined definitions for hurricane-related vocabulary, updated information about the wind speeds that define hurricane categories, information on emergency preparedness, and more. As these weather disturbances become more frequent and more powerful,
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Holiday House Inc Tornadoes New Updated Edition
Book SynopsisWhat in the world is a tornado? In this age of extreme weather, this newly updated edition of Gail Gibbons' informative introduction to tornadoes, with safety tips included, answers that question.Tornadoes form when hot, humid air rises from the ground and meets with the cooler, denser air that is falling back to Earth. The two airstreams begin to swirl, pulling in more and more air to form a funnel-shaped cloud. The winds can swirl faster than 261 miles per hour! Newly revised and vetted by weather experts from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, Tornadoes is an accessible introduction to this fascinating phenomenon. Using her praised combination of clear text and detailed illustrations, Gail Gibbons shares more than fifty tornado facts. . . . including how tornadoes form, the scale used for classifying them, and the safest places to go in case one should happen near you.Featuring simple, kid-friendly text, colorful paintings, and w
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Holiday House Inc The Ups and Downs of Gravity
Book SynopsisExplore the ups and downs of gravity in this introduction to physical science by a trusted nonfiction team.What happens to a ball when it rolls off a table? It falls to the floor. Why doesn''t the ball keep rolling straight ahead or fly up off the table? The answer is gravity.From density to inertia to free fall, David A. Adler skillfully explains how this invisible, but all too real force operates and what it means for our daily lives. Notable science experiments by Sir Isaac Newton and astronaut David R. Scott are covered. Also included are activities for kids to test at home and in the classroom. Anna Raff''s bright and humorous artwork helps breakdown the concepts in a kid-friendly way. A glossary concludes the work.
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Holiday House Inc How a House Is Built
Book SynopsisHouses are built with many different materials, and in many shapes and sizes. Step by step, this picture book explains how homes are built—from the architect''s plans through the arrival of a happy family. The many processes of construction are explained with simple language and bright, clear illustrations, perfect for kids starting to wonder about how the world around them works. Many different careers—including carpenters, plumbers, electricians, and landscapers—are introduced, each doing their part to bring the picture wood-frame house to life. A great read for kids who love construction sites, or who can''t get enough of Building a House by Byron Barton. According to The Washington Post, Gail Gibbons has taught more preschoolers and early readers about the world than any other children''s writer-illustrator. Ms. Gibbons is the author of more than 100 books for young readers, includi
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Michigan State University Press Science is Golden A ProblemSolving Approach to
Book SynopsisThis title discusses how to implement an enquiry-based, problem-solving approach to science education for children aged between 5 and 11. It presents a method for helping students expand their creativity and develop logical thinking while learning science.
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Creative Paperbacks Natures Bounty Ocean Natures Bounty Creative
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£11.34
Shell Educational Publishing 180 Days Science for Prekindergarten
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£19.54
Cengage Learning, Inc Elementary Science Methods
Book SynopsisIn this pioneering text, a constructivist approach guides users in learning how to teach in a constructivist manner. The book is based on the belief that it's more important for children to learn how to do science than it is for them to learn about science, and that teachers of elementary science do not need to know a great deal of science to teach it effectively, but rather need to be co-inquirers with their students. More than 170 process-oriented activities, organized by grade level, help practicing teachers encourage children to develop and perform their own investigations.Table of ContentsPart I: CONSTRUCTING THE ELEMENTARY SCIENCE PROGRAM. 1. The Science Education Imperative. 2. Science Education Today. 3. The Process of Science. 4. Constructivism in Elementary Science Education. 5. Inquiry. 6: Science Education for Students with Diverse Perspectives. 7: Science Education for Students with Learning Differences. 8. Assessment. 9. The Elementary Science Classroom. Part II: BEYOND THE SCIENCE CLASSROOM. 10. Reading, Writing, and Interdisciplinary Approaches. 11. Technology in Elementary Science Education. 12. Concept Mapping in Elementary Science. 13. The Elementary Science Education Professional.
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Odd Dot Fairy Tale Science
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St Martin's Press They Are Here
Book SynopsisFrom the New York Times-bestselling author, Roland Smith, comes a fascinating, fact-filled resource that explores how humans have introducedon purpose and by accidentplants and animals to parts of the world where they were previously unknown. . .sometimes with disastrous results. Did you know that brown rats were brought to the United States in the eighteenth century on a ship from England? Or that thousands of exotic pets were released into the Florida Everglades after a hurricane in 1992, leading to today's booming Burmese python population? All over the country, non-native species from around the world have been introduced to our lands, irrevocably changing the natural balances of their new habitats. This is the story of some of those newcomers, but also of human error and nature gone wild. By looking at thirty different intrusive plants and animals, They Are Here! explores invasive species, their impact on our environment, and the steps we c
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St Martin's Press The Sixth Extinction young readers adaptation
Book SynopsisIn this young readers adaptation of the New York Times-bestselling, Pulitzer Prize-winning The Sixth Extinction, Elizabeth Kolbert tells us why and how human beings have altered life on the planet in a way no species has before. Over the last half-billion years, there have been five mass extinctions, when the diversity of life on earth suddenly and dramatically contracted. Scientists around the world are monitoring the sixth extinction, predicted to be the most devastating extinction event since the asteroid impact that wiped out the dinosaurs. Adapting from her New York Times-bestselling, Pulitzer Prize-winning adult nonfiction, Elizabeth Kolbert explores how humans are altering life on Earth.
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Math Solutions Publications Reimagining the Culture of Science Technology
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Picture Window Books Dirt
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Picture Window Books Sun Up Sun Down The Story of Day and Night
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Picture Window Books Las Rocas
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Picture Window Books rambum pum Un Libro Sobre Tormentas Ciencia
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£21.99
Picture Window Books Giran En El Espacio Un Libro Sobre Los Planetas
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£21.99
Picture Window Books Nearest to the Sun The Planet Mercury Amazing
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Picture Window Books Eight Great Planets A Song about the Planets
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Capstone Press Captain Kidds Crew Experiments with Sinking In
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Capstone Press JoeJoe the Wizard Brews Up Solids Liquids and
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Capstone Press DO4U the Experiences Force and Motion In the
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Capstone Press Food Chains What Eats What in a Forest Food Chain
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Capstone Press Food Chains What Eats What in a Rain Forest Food
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Capstone Press Mad Margaret Experiments with the Scientific
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Raintree Habitat Survival Deserts
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Raintree Oceans Raintree Perspectives Habitat Survival
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Raintree Habitat Survival Polar Regions
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Raintree Extreme Nature Fearsome Forces of Nature
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Raintree Extreme Nature Harsh Habitats
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Raintree Could I Sit on a Cloud And Other Questions about
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Raintree Experiments with Light
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Raintree SciHi Earth and Space Science Minerals Rocks and
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Raintree The Sun and Our Solar System Great Scientific
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Teacher Created Materials Nuestros recursos
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£11.39
National Geographic Kids Once Upon a Starry Night
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