Mammals can be found everywhere, and no matter where you look you’re bound to find them doing something interesting. Awesome acrobats, singing superstars, and other mammals with jaw-dropping adaptatio
As important as air is, it is often taken for granted. Students will enjoy learning all about the science of air, including the atmosphere, heat conduction, airless environments, and more, with this w
Keeping up with the news is a crucial aspect of citizenship. This book provides young leaders with the right tools to make sense of our 24-hour news cycle. Whether it’s advice about reading a local ne
With texting, emailing, and social media accessible via smartphones, bullying is more difficult to avoid than ever before. But kids don’t need to feel trapped by or scared of their smartphones. This v
Readers and artists alike will be enchanted by this how-to title on drawing magical pictures. With simple steps and clear illustrations, readers will get excited as simple shapes and lines transform i
Sibling rivalry isn’t always harmless. Even though all brothers and sisters fight sometimes, this fighting can escalate to bullying. Living in the same house with a bully can be very difficult. It can
Who knew plants could be so terrifying? In this fascinatingly gruesome science title, readers will learn how infamous meat-eating plants such as the Venus flytrap catch their prey. With well-organized
Did you know that the panda eats up to 3 pounds of bamboo a day? Or that when they are born, pandas only weigh 7 ounces? With basic text and illustrative photography, this book teaches readers about s
How big is a baby whale? Why do dolphins leap out of the water? Which whale changes color as it grows up? No question will have to go unanswered with this collection of facts about whales and dolphins
This series of impressively creative projects is sure to stoke the imaginations of every child who loves working with his or her hands. Readers will learn how to use layers, repurpose materials, and c
Linemen are a lot like warriors on the front line of battle. They have to be ready to fight with their all, whether they’re playing offense or defense. But there’s much more to this position than meet
With yaks, mountain leopards and goats, this is anything but a garden-variety origami book. Chock-full of exciting mountain animals, this book teaches readers how to create paper replicas, while instr
Readers will gross out their friends with their stomach-turning artwork after they power through this instructional book on drawing. With each picture more revolting than the next, readers will be mot
3-D printing allows for the creation of nearly any type of object, from an entire house to a human organ. Now with makerspaces, collaborative engineering workspaces, virtually anyone can utilize these
The possibilities of what can be made with a 3D printer are endless. This guide presents the basics of 3D printing, beginner’s projects, and additional resources to set young makers on their way to be
Microcontrollers are small computers embedded in many everyday devices. The average person interacts with several of them each day without even thinking about it. But why have microcontrollers become
Humans have been obsessed with conquering the skies for millennia. This book documents that journey from the earliest days of projectiles to modern-day rockets. Armed with this crucial background info
It has been said that good things come in small packages. Such is the case with Arduino. Using the Arduino programming language, users operate microcontrollers, which are essentially mini-computers th
Even as having a higher education becomes increasingly essential in the job market, the costs associated with attending a post-secondary institution continue to rise, making the prospect of paying for
Engineers blend logic and precision with imagination, and science and math principles with vision and foresight, to create solutions for some of society's most pressing problems. From information tech
Students interested in math are often adept problem solvers with essential critical-thinking skills that can complement countless other fields of study and that are useful in a wide range of careers.
The running back may run the ball the most, but he has to work closely with all members of his team to be successful. Every aspect of this important player’s duties is discussed with clear, concise la
Readers will learn all the particulars that make yochons a special designer dog. With a fun subject and engaging text, this book will explain a variety of details about the yochon’s parent breeds, app
Designer dogs are the latest trend in the pet world. Readers will become experts on goldadors after reading this book that goes into all the essentials on this specialized mix. With colorful photos an
With little physical evidence, but many sightings, there is ongoing controversy about whether or not Bigfoot exists. This exploration provides historical information, photographs, and factual research
This guide to bow hunting covers a wide range of essential topics, including bow types, additional gear, and hunting safety. All is explained with clear language and illustrative photography to draw i
Music has been a powerful tool for self-expression for thousands of years. And while modern instruments are often very expensive, the truth is that anyone can make their own! With the information, pro
Football is America's most popular sport, with the Super Bowl nearly a national holiday. This accessible guide will appeal to young fans of all knowledge and experience levels. First, it covers footba
Discusses how students can use digital tools to research, write, and present term papers, covering such topics as keeping track of sources, using word processing programs, and enhancing text with mult
Describes how to use email safely, warning against hackers, spammers, and hidden computer viruses, and explains how to use email to communicate with others.
Discusses how social networking can be used by teachers and students to share news and resources, prepare for college and careers after graduation, and connect with others about social issues.
Presents information about lions, describing their physical characteristics, life cycle, and predatory behavior, along with facts about their diet and prey that can be learned from analyzing their sca
Geometry skills are learned from an early age, and readers build upon those first geometry lessons with topics like describing objects using the names of shapes, identifying both two-dimensional and t
Offers a guide to drawing such basic shapes as triangles, rectangles, trapezoids, squares, half circles, and circles, with additional instructions on how to make a paper cone.
On a distant Blue Star, Mel, Jim, Naomi, and Doug—friends obsessed with their garage band—don’t seem that different from any of the other twelve-year-old skateboarders at Union Middle School. But ever
It’s never too early for students to start mastering algebraic skills. They are important building blocks for competency in math. Critical concepts dealing with operations and simple algebraic methods
Skills dealing with counting and cardinality provide essential foundations for beginning math students. Readers learn important topics, such as counting from 1 to 1, comparing numbers, answering “how
It’s never too early for students to start mastering algebraic skills. They are important building blocks for competency in math. Critical concepts dealing with operations and simple algebraic methods
It’s never too early for students to start mastering algebraic skills. These skills are important building blocks for competency in math. Critical concepts dealing with operations and simple algebraic
