The rocks that cover Earths surface wouldn't exist without crystals. Written to support the science national curriculum, this text encourages readers to get up close and personal with the crystals con
Examines the life of Simon Cowell, with a focus on how he became successful, including his break from EMI to set up his own company, his partnership with "American Idol," and all of the singer-songwri
Describes how living things adapt and change in order to survive, discussing adaptation to different habitats, how the organisms in a habitat adapt to interact with each other, and adapting to changin
Readers enter the intriguing world of invasive insect species with this text, a fun yet informative look at the insects whose goal is not just to survive, but to dominate new territories. Readers will
This book goes on a journey underground to examine the many kinds of soil, microorganisms and inorganic matter that make it, and the critical role it plays in ecosystems around the world.Most people d
Heat and pressure are constantly at work below the Earth's surface, but sometimes, their amazing effects can be seen above ground. These powerful forces shape metamorphic rocks, one of the three kinds
This photographic book looks at igneous rock, one of the three main rock types. It explores how it is formed through the cooling and solidification of fiery orange magma or lava that explodes from vol
Take a trip into space and discover the spacecraft, satellites, and telescopes that travel among the galaxies and stars. Learn about the astronauts who have lived in orbit and set foot on the moon and
"Budding scientists will love learning about the properties of electricity by planning and carrying out investigations that explore how the energy form can be produced, conducted, and converted."--
"Budding scientists will love learning about the properties of magnetism by planning and carrying out investigations that explore how magnetic force is affected by distance, strength, and size."--
"Budding scientists will love learning about the properties of sound by planning and carrying out investigations that explore how the energy form is affected by material density, pitch, and distance."
"Budding scientists will love learning about the properties of light by planning and carrying out investigations that explore how the energy form can be reflected, manipulated, and refracted."--
"Budding scientists will love learning about the properties of heat by planning and carrying out investigations that explore how the energy form can be measured, conducted, and transferred."--
"Budding scientists will love learning about the properties of forces and motion by planning and carrying out investigations that explore concepts including friction, speed, and gravity."--
Heat and pressure are constantly at work below Earth’s surface, but sometimes, their amazing effects can be seen aboveground. These powerful forces shape metamorphic rocks, one of the three kinds of r
Cats, rabbits, and goats may seem harmless, but they’re actually invasive species! These animals are just some of the mammal invaders covered in this engaging educational text. Age-appropriate languag
Water ecosystems rely on a delicate balance of plant and animal species to survive. Each creature plays a role in keeping the ecosystem healthy. But what happens when an unwelcome invader upsets an ec
Reptiles and amphibians can be scaly, slimy, creepy, and crawly—and some can also be invasive! This engaging text illuminates the world of invasive reptile and amphibian species, introducing readers t
Global Industries Uncovered examines the global nature of six global industries by investigating the interdependence between people, places and environment
"How do we know about the thousands of people who protested against the Vietnam War in the 1960s and 1970s? What did they do and what happened to them? This book shows how we know about the protesters
"How do we know about the thousands of people who marched in campaigns for civil rights for African Americans in the 1960s? Where did they march and what happened to them? This book shows how we know
"The calm of the night is shattered by an explosion and flames: a chemical factory is on fire, and a dangerous gas is drifting across town! This book looks at the topic of chemical reactions to explai
"This book introduces readers to a range of endangered animals found in North America. Readers learn basic facts about each animal, and also why the animal's habitat is threatened. The book also consi
"This book introduces readers to a range of endangered animals found in Europe. Readers learn basic facts about each animal, and also why the animal's habitat is threatened. The book also considers wh
"This book introduces readers to a range of endangered animals found in Africa. Readers learn basic facts about each animal, and also why the animal's habitat is threatened. The book also considers wh
"What was life like as leader of the Zulu Kingdom in Africa? Why not let Shaka Zulu tell you about it? You'll read about his triumphant victories and agonizing defeats, as well as learning what day-to
"Everyone experiences emotions every day. Some emotions are simple feelings about things that happen, such as excitement at a live concert. Others are more complicated, such as the mixture of joy and
Profiles the life of musician and businessman Jay-Z, from his youth as a drug hustler to his entry into the music field to his success as a rap artist, clothing designer, and film producer.
An introduction to Afghanistan provides information on the nation's population, religion, education system, transportation, communications, tourism, environment, and wildlife.
An introduction to Greece provides information on the nation's population, religion, education system, transportation, communications, tourism, environment, and wildlife.
