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Author
Publisher
Hearst Home Kids
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
History comes alive in this beautifully illustrated book with bite-size facts (along with a touch of humor) that will engage and entertain young curious minds. Jam-packed with important events, inspiring accomplishments by remarkable people, and groundbreaking inventions, this super-fun fact-filled book, the first kids book from History Channel, includes the most interesting historical facts--from early civilization up to the 21st century all around...
Author
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Formats
Description
A new book of 50 bigger, bolder, next-level STEAM experiments for the whole family, including even more diverse science biographies and stories, from Emily Calandrelli, host of Netflix's Emily's Wonder Lab and author of the national bestseller Stay Curious and Keep Exploring.
Author
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Formats
Description
From the host and co-executive producer of Netflix's Emily's Wonder Lab and executive producer of Xploration Outer Space, comes a book designed to introduce the wonders of science to the whole family. Emily Calandrelli, MIT engineer and scientist, shares exhilarating experiments for junior scientists and their lab assistants, ranging from homemade ice cream to disappearing ink. The book features 50 experiments that use easy-to-find grocery store items....
5) Big babies
Author
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Before dinosaurs were big, most of them came from small eggs and were tiny but mighty babies.
7) Ocean
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
This fact-filled, search-and-find adventure activity book takes kids under the sea in search of more than 250 hidden pictures of narwhals, sharks, sea turtles, sunken treasures, and more. Kids will dive into incredible ocean scenes, from tropical coral reefs to Antarctic penguin colonies to the deep, dark bottom of the sea. Each location is illustrated with lush, jam-packed art, with plenty of marine animals and fascinating objects to spot.
Series
Publisher
Usborne Publishing Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
A lot has been written about money. It makes the world goes round. It doesn't grow on trees. It's the root of all evil. This book cuts through the myths and misconceptions to give young readers a simple and accessible introduction to money - from why it shapes the world we live in to where it comes from, and how to increase what's in your pocket. New in the series, following Politics for Beginners and Business for Beginners. Cartoons, comic strips...
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press, a Capstone imprint
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
It's a battle between two terrifying, tooth-filled predators! The great white shark is today's largest predatory fish. But millions of years ago, megalodon ruled the seas as the ocean's deadliest hunter. Learn what makes these similar monsters of the seaso deadly. Then decide which one would triumph if they battled in the ocean's depths.
Author
Publisher
Greystone Kids, Greystone Books
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
It Takes Guts explores of all the amazing things that happen when we eat and drink: the different tools that the body uses to break food down for digestion, how acids do their part without burning a hole in our stomachs, why we want lots of 'helpful bacteria' in our guts, and how our intestines pass the leftovers along and out the other end. It also explains how the digestive system has a mind of its own, and how it can even affect our moods. And...
Author
Publisher
Scholastic Focus
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
You are to report to Station X at Bletchley Park, Buckinghamshire, in four days time....That is all you need to know." This was the terse telegram hundreds of young women throughout the British Isles received in the spring of 1941, as World War II raged. As they arrived at Station X, a sprawling mansion in a state of disrepair surrounded by Spartan-looking huts with little chimneys coughing out thick smoke-these young people had no idea what kind...
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Just in time for the third North American total solar eclipse of the twenty-first century, this book explains how to safely observe solar eclipses, how long eclipses last, and why they result in a blackout period during the day.
Publisher
Wide Eyed Editions
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
From aardonyx to zuniceratops, read about where they lived, what they ate, and much more. Featuring firm favorites such as the T-rex, ankylosaurus, and triceratops, as well as lesser-known beasts like the baryonyx, rugops, and shanag, there's no dino left behind in this A-Z. Each entry includes a fact file, scale diagram, Latin name, and pronunciation. Best of all, each page is filled with a colorful, eye-popping illustration of the dinosaur, in conjunction...
Author
Series
Publisher
North Star Kids
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Humans have owned and bred dogs for thousands of years. During this time, dogs have helped people do many jobs, such as carrying loads, hunting animals, or herding cattle. Dogs have also served as beloved companions. To help with these many tasks, people have created hundreds of different dog breeds, each with its own distinct looks and abilities. This guide covers 150 popular dog breeds from all seven of the American Kennel Club's breed groups. Accessible...
Author
Series
Publisher
North Star Kids
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Humans have owned and bred cats for thousands of years. During this time, cats have acted as beloved pets, helpful hunters, and even been honored as gods. People have also created dozens of different cat breeds, each with its own distinct traits. This guide covers more than 50 popular cat breeds from around the world, from the sleek and silky Abyssinian known for its curiosity and intelligence to the fluffy Himalayan that loves to cuddle and play....
Author
Publisher
Young Voyager
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
In this book you'll meet Violet, a plucky and fun-loving chicken. Violet has an exciting secret to share with you: she's ready to be a mom! Join Violet as she keeps her eggs warm and protects them from danger. See what happens each week as the chick grows inside the egg. And when the new chicks arrive, that's when the fun begins again! These baby chickens need a lot of help to get along in the big world. They will need food, a new home, and...
Author
Series
Publisher
First Second
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Did you know elephants are the world's largest land animals? Male African elephants can reach ten feet tall and weigh up to 16,500 pounds! These endangered animals are beloved for their massive ears, thick skin, and flexible trunks, as well as their remarkable intelligence and empathy. And despite their size, the more you get to know them, the more you'll realize humans and elephants have a lot in common!
Publisher
Igloo Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Have you ever wondered which monkey is the loudest or how much elephants eat in a day? And what makes a crocodile different from an alligator? Get ready to satisfy your curiosity with this must-have book filled with incredible facts. It's like taking a journey through the wild, learning about your favorite animals and plants along the way. From noisy monkeys to hungry elephants and the secrets of crocodiles and alligators, you'll find answers to all...
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