Young readers will discover what it means to recycle waste and be more eco-friendly. Introduces readers to the fact that not everything we throw away is garbage. Some things can be reused or made into
Young readers will discover what nature is, what lives in nature, and how they can care for nature. Introduces beginning readers to the idea of caring for the environment and what their part is in pro
Introduce your beginning readers to seven of the most common animals on the farm with a hearty "Hello, cows!" and a "Hello, pigs!" Up-close photos and leveled text pair up for a fun meet-and-greet fil
Get moving! By opening this book, you'll be using force to make the cover move. You use forces every day. But how? Learn more about this science basic and then experience the ups and downs of force wi
Pull back, and let it fly! This book shows you how to build your own pom-pom flyer. Using simple materials and easy step-by-step instructions, young readers can explore the science of forces and motio
Did you know you can make ice cream in a bag? This book shows you how! Using simple materials and easy step-by-step instructions, young readers can explore the science behind this fun and delicious pr
You can feel the air rush against you on a windy day. How can you measure the wind's speed? This book shows you how to make your own wind speed meter. Using simple materials and easy step-by-step inst
Have you ever wanted to strum music with a guitar? This book shows you how to make your own box guitar! Using simple materials and easy step-by-step instructions, young readers can explore the science
Let in the light! Introduce early readers preK-2 to light and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out where light comes from, how we see it, and if it really bounces! Readers explore bas
We have Ralph Baer to thank for the video games people play around the world today. What were the steps Baer took that led him to his famous invention? The Capstone Interactive edition comes with simu
What was that sound? Introduce early readers preK-2 to sound and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out how sound is made, how it travels, and how we can hear it. Readers explore the ba
The light bulbs we use today in our schools and homes are thanks to Thomas Edison. What were the steps Edison took that led him to the world-changing invention we know him for today?
In the early 20th century, Madame C.J. Walker identified a problem, one she herself had: African Americans had no hair care products specifically designed for their hair type. So what did she do? The
Full of energy? Introduce early readers preK-2 to energy and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out what energy is, where it comes from, and the forms it can take. Readers explore the b
Get moving! Introduce early readers preK-2 to motion and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out what motion is, what is fast, what is slow, and how gravity fits in. Readers explore the
Matter matters! Introduce early readers preK-2 to matter and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out what matter is, the states of matter, and how matter can change. Readers explore the
Constitution Day is a time to celebrate the United States Constitution and what it means to be an American. Readers will swell with patriotic pride as they learn about the history of Constitution Day
Independence Day is about more than just picnics and fireworks. It is a time to celebrate the birth or our nation. Readers will learn the proud history of the founding of the United States and find ou
Memorial Day is an important U.S. holiday that celebrates fallen soldiers. Readers will learn about the history of Memorial Day and how we can honor and celebrate those who gave their lives to protect
Presidents' Day is a day to remember the men who have held the highest office in our land. Readers will learn about the history or Presidents' Day, our most influential presidents, and how we can hono
Martin Luther King Jr. led the American civil rights movement in the mid-1900s. His holiday honors this man who continues to inspire Americans to work toward equality more than 50 years after his deat
Veterans Day is a time to honor all those who have served in the United States military. Readers will learn about the history of this important holiday and how it continues to celebrate those who are
Glacier National Park runs from Montana to the Canadian border. Learn how to prepare for hiking the trails of this national park and about the wildlife that lives there.
Yellowstone National Park is mostly in Wyoming, with some of the park in Montana and Idaho. Hike to learn about the trails, springs, geysers, and wildlife in this national park.
The Great Smokey Mountains can be found in Tennessee and North Carolina. Hike through some of the most famous trails to learn about the national park’s rich history and wilderness.
Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items that were used in the past. Research Primary Source Artifacts: Tools, C
Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items that were used in the past. Research Primary Source Documents: Diaries,
What makes things move, but cannot be seen? It pushes and pulls but remains invisible. Learn about the magic of magnetism! Then try a hands-on experiment that will attract kids to science.
Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items that were used in the past. Research Visual Primary Sources: Photograph
Have you ever wondered how we know so much about people and events from the past? Much of what we know comes from studying items that were used in the past. Research Primary Source Audio: Speeches, Or
We can see light. We know it makes plants grow. Light pours from the sun and from glowing light bulbs. But we can't touch it, or hold it. What is light? Learn about this science basic, and then get ha
Listen up! Spread the word and ride the wave of science basics with this book about sound. Then look and listen during a hands-on science experiment that will draw everyone's attention in the library
There has been little rainfall, and the land is dry. A drought has developed. Rivers and lakes dry up. Crops are ruined from lack of water. Learn ways to use less water and how to save the little wate
