No se necesita hacer mucho para ahorrar electricidad.
Tomar medidas puede ser tan simple como apagar las luces cuando se sale de una habitación o usar el "poder de las personas" en lugar de los automóviles para moverse.
Los niños aprenden esto y más sobre lo que pueden hacer para ayudar en 10 cosas que puedo hacer para ahorrar electricidad.
No se necesita mucho para reducir la cantidad de basura que creamos. Tomar medidas puede ser tan simple como reciclar botellas y latas o llevar bolsas reutilizables al supermercado.
Los niños aprenden esto y más sobre lo que pueden hacer para ayudar en 10 cosas que puedo hacer para reducir, reutilizar y reciclar.
Did you know that you can buy bacon- or pickle-flavored gum?
Did you know that monkeys and apes have been known to chew gum from trees? Those are just some of the fascinating tidbits kids will discover in 10 Fascinating Facts About Chewing Gum.
Camilla is very worried about what other people may think about her, but at the very moment she most wants to fit in, she becomes completely covered in colorful stripes! Worse yet, she seems to change colors to match whatever is happening around her.
Discover how it would feel like to be like a chameleon...
For more than 100 years, United States postal workers have helped people across America stay connected with family and friends.
A Day with Mail Carriers gives readers a glimpse of the important services mail carriers perform.
The Rookie Read-About® series brings a broad array of topics to vibrant life with striking, full-color photos and just the right amount of fun, factual, fascinating text.
Colorful photos and simple text encourage children to read on their own - as they learn about the important role of librarians and the ever-changing tasks they perform every day.
She is massive. She is astounding. She is the most complete T. rex skeleton known to man. Her name is SUE, and she is, without a doubt, the archaeological find of this century. Unearthed on a routine dig one hot summer day in 1990, Dinosaur SUE has captured imaginations the world over. Now the complete account of her incredible tale is brought together for young readers - from her discovery in the hills of South Dakota to the information scientists are learning from her today at her new home, the Field Museum of Chicago. Journey through the life and times of this mysterious creature as the Science Team at the Field Museum learn what the world might have been like during SUE's lifetime. See how today's technology is bringing SUE "to life" again for future generations to study. Filled with full-color photographs and glorious artistic renderings, this definitive account of the Field Museum's "colossal fossil" will thrill dinosaur fans of all ages.
A child-friendly story about the trials and triumphs of starting over in a new place while keeping family and traditions close.
When Hee Jun’s family moves from Korea to West Virginia, he struggles to adjust to his new home. His eyes are not big and round like his classmates’, and he can’t understand anything the teacher says, even when she speaks s-l-o-w-l-y and loudly at him. As he lies in bed at night, the sky seems smaller and darker. But little by little Hee Jun begins to learn English words and make friends on the playground. And one day he is invited to a classmate’s house, where he sees a flower he knows from his garden in Korea — mugunghwa, or rose of Sharon, as his friend tells him — and Hee Jun is happy to bring a shoot to his grandmother to plant a “piece of home” in their new garden. Lyrical prose and lovely illustrations combine in a gentle, realistic story about finding connections in an unfamiliar world.
Learn how people with allergies avoid hidden everyday allergens and get a sneak peak at the new allergies treatments doctors are preparing for the future.
How common are allergies?
Around 8% of all children in the United States suffer from allergic reactions.
Eating peanut butter, petting a friendly dog, or sniffing a colorful flower are perfectly harmless activities for most people. However, for allergy sufferers, these can all be life-threatening experiences. Readers will find out why some people have allergies and others don't, how allergies are diagnosed and treated, and which substances are the most common allergens.
Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of the huge plant-eating apatosaurus and discusses theories on why it became extinct.
"A Plant-eating Giant:
Can you picture the world as it was many millions of years ago?
Things looked very different then. The Earth was continually changing.
Separate continents were still forming. There were no humans yet. This was the Mesozoic era, a time also known as the Age of the Dinosaurs.
Bridges are a crucial part of trade and transportation. They allow vehicles and pedestrians alike to cross everything from rushing rivers to rocky ravines. Readers will trace the history of bridges from their invention in ancient times to the construction of today's engineering wonders. They will learn why different bridge shapes are suited to different purposes, how engineers choose which materials to use in bridge construction, and much more.
About 12.5 percent of all deaths in the world are caused by cancer, making it deadlier than AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria combined.
Readers will discover how this common, yet deadly disease is diagnosed and treated. They will also learn how different kinds of cancer affect the body differently and why some types are deadlier than others.
Astronomers have been working for decades to locate and identify all of the planets they can.
There are eight planets in our solar system, and there could be billions more throughout space. Readers will discover what methods these scientists use, how new technology has helped them see further than ever, and why some scientists think that faraway planets could be home to life forms unlike anything on Earth.
In 2014, an outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus in West Africa made headlines around the world.
Because the disease spreads easily and has no known cure, many people were terrified that it would spread throughout the world. Readers (Grades 3-5) will learn how the outbreak began and how Ebola spreads from person to person. They will also explore earlier Ebola outbreaks and find out what scientists and doctors are doing to fight against the illness today.
This book explores how the sun was formed, what it is made of, and how its energy travels to Earth and the other planets of the solar system.
The sun provides us with the light and energy we need to survive.
It also serves as the center of our solar system, with its gravitational pull keeping the planets in orbit. But what exactly is the sun? Readers will explore how the sun was formed, what it is made of, and how its energy travels to Earth and the other planets of the solar system.
Learn about the longest and most unique bridges in the world.
From China's remarkable Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge, which spans more than 100 miles, to the amazing Millau Viaduct, which allows drivers to travel almost 900 feet above the ground in southern France, bridges rank among man's most incredible engineering feats. Readers (Grades 3-5) will learn about some of the biggest and most unique bridges in history, from how they were planned and built to how they have stood the test of time.
In order to maintain careful control over the safety and accuracy of their experiments, scientists often work in laboratories. Labs give scientists the space and equipment they need to make their greatest discoveries. Readers will tour some of the world's most incredible laboratories, from the ocean research vessel that can flip from a vertical position to a horizontal one to the massive International Space Station. This well-written book will help readers identify key facts about science topics. The engaging content allows readers to draw connections between historical events and scientific ideas.
Many people believe that careers in science are difficult, dull, and boring. However, this is far from the truth. Readers will discover how science careers can be full of adventure and excitement as they learn about researchers who study the insides of active volcanoes, inventors who build incredible new robots, divers who swim alongside fearsome sharks, and much more. They will also find out how they can begin thrilling science careers of their own. This well-written book will help readers identify key facts about science topics. The engaging content allows readers to draw connections between historical events and scientific ideas.
Most days, you probably don't think too much about the weather. You might wear a coat on a cold day or carry an umbrella when it rains. But weather can be unpredictable. Downpours can flood entire cities, raging winds can knock down buildings, and huge piles of snow can block roads. Readers will find out how scientists study some of the most extreme weather on Earth, from violent tornadoes to deadly hailstorms. They will also learn about some of the most devastating weather events in history. This well-written book will help readers identify key facts about science topics. The engaging content allows readers to draw connections between historical events and scientific ideas.
While many types of flu are easily treated, others can be extremely dangerous.
What happened in the 1900s when the flu spread around the world?
Inside you'll find:
* Why some versions of the flu are more dangerous than others;
* A timeline, photos - and what you can do to avoid catching the flu;
* Surprising TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you!
Influenza, more commonly called the flu, is a contagious virus that targets the nose, throat, and lungs. Readers will discover how the flu is spread and how the body works to fight infection. They will also learn why it is important to protect against the flu using vaccines and why some types of flu deadlier than others.
This book introduces readers to the history and importance of food safety, the bacteria that cause food to be unsafe, safety in the food industry both in the United States and around the world, and what to do to keep food safe to eat.
This book briefly describes the science behind friction, and what its effects are.
Need a good way to introduce physical science topics to your children? This series of books will not only do just that, but also spark some curiosity to further learning. Your children learn about inventions, inventors, and how different forces (like friction or gravity) are used in everyday life. Plenty of fun photographs and facts are packed into these small books.
Our solar system is made up of eight planets orbiting around the star we call the sun, as well as the various moons that orbit the planets.
For hundreds of years, curious scientists have been studying these planets and moons and learning more about them. Readers will learn about the many methods astronomers have used to study our solar system, from the basic telescopes of the 17th century to today's advanced space probes.
Maps have guided us from place to place since ancient times, but they can do more than just show the way.
Today's maps can provide a wide range of additional information, from population density to land elevation. Readers will learn how to identify and use many different types of maps, as well as how mapmaking technology has changed and improved throughout history.
Through the practice of yoga, people bring together their mind, body, and heart to make themselves calm and relaxed.
Yoga means "to connect" or "bring together" in Sanskrit, an ancient language of India. Readers will learn about different styles of yoga and learn basic poses they can practice at home. They will also discover yoga's many health benefits.
Inside you'll find:
* When and where yoga first developed;
* A time line, photos - and how yoga can make you healthier and happier;
* Surprising, TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you.