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From the tops of tall mountains to the rocks in the ground beneath our feet, rocks are always changing. How do they do this? Follow along with the different ways rocks form and find out what the changes look like up close. Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes Earth science approachable for all!
Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Dig into geology with this high-interest low-reading level series. An engaging...
2) Minerals
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They are in cell phones and toothpaste. Minerals are everywhere! But what do you really know about minerals? Explore how minerals form. Dig deep to see how we get minerals from rocks. And look to the streets, jewelry, food, and more to see how we use minerals in our everyday lives. Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes Earth science approachable for all!
Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Dig into geology...
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From frying pans to paving stones, igneous rocks are everywhere. But what do you know about this common rock? Dive under Earth's crust to find the scorching source material for these rocks. Then, follow along with the different ways these rocks form, find out what they look like up close, and explore some famous and fascinating igneous formations. Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes Earth science approachable for...
4) Fossils
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Giant dinosaur bones and rocky poop from millions of years ago can show us a lot about the animals and plants that used to live on Earth. But what do you know about fossils? Dig in to find out how fossils form, see what they look like up close, and learn what they teach us about life long ago. Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes Earth science approachable for all!
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Pool tables, shower tiles, and pizza stones all have something in common-they are all made with metamorphic rocks! But what do you know about these rocks? Dig deep below Earth's surface to find these ever-changing rocks. Follow along with the different ways these rocks form, find out what metamorphic rocks look like up close, and see how people have used them over the years. Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes Earth...
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From sidewalk chalk to the Grand Canyon, sedimentary rocks are everywhere. But what do you know about this common rock? Dig into the layers of sediment to follow along with the different ways these rocks form and change, find out what they look like up close, and explore some of the most famous and fascinating sedimentary rocks. Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes Earth science approachable for all!
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Easter is a colorful holiday, which makes it perfect for the bright and beautiful art of origami. As readers learn fun facts about popular Easter symbols, such as eggs and bunnies, they also learn how to make them using folded and creased paper. Each project is broken down into easy-to-follow steps that are accompanied by visual examples and explained using encouraging text. In addition, helpful tips and materials lists prepare readers for these projects...
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Behind every business is a passionate person with a big idea. Anyone can turn their interest into a product or service with a good work ethic and some guidance! Ambitious readers will gravitate to this awesome guide to business building. Step-by-step instructions accompanied by photographs give young entrepreneurs the basic skills that go into any successful business. Incredible ideas and tips are springboards for readers' creativity. They'll create...
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Which underwater resident is enjoying the shade beneath a water lily as it hunts newly hatched tadpoles? What tiny water insect is about to become a frog's lunch? Which creature with a spiral-shaped shell is munching on pondweeds deep below the water's surface? And who is about to lay her eggs in the tangled reeds at the edge of the pond? Readers will discover how living things depend on each other and their environment for survival. Packed with facts,...
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What plants and animals live in a garden? What do the living things in this habitat need from their environment? And who eats who in a garden ecosystem? In this title, readers will investigate simple food chains and natural habitats, including a garden, forest, tide pool, desert, and even a tree stump micro-habitat.
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How are animal bodies alike and different? What characteristics make a mammal a mammal, and a reptile a reptile? In this title, readers will turn their investigative skills to studying animals. Packed with fascinating facts and fun challenges, students will meet a host of animals including blue whales, great white sharks, colorful chameleons, and the world's largest spider.
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Could half-human, half-ape creatures really roam the Himalayan Mountains and the forests of North America? If tales of Bigfoot, Yeti, and Sasquatch are just stories, why do so many people report seeing these monsters in remote areas around the world? What would it be like to come upon a footprint of the Abominable Snowman or catch sight of Mothman, and how can you tell if the creature lurking down the path is part human and part beast? In Half-Human...
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Monster caramel apples and crunchy witch's fingers sound just the right amount of spooky for a Halloween party! Readers find these recipes and more in this festive volume of wickedly tasty treats and eats. The introductory text includes safety information, measuring tips, and a guide to basic cooking techniques used in the book. Each recipe includes a materials and ingredients list and step-by-step instructions to guide readers to successfully scary...
14) Vegetables!
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There are around 1,500 types of delicious, nutrient-rich vegetables in the world. This enlightening volume focuses on some of the diverse types of produce that are often grown on large farms, including carrots, potatoes, peppers, and onions. The easy-to-follow language will tell the reader about the process of planting, growing, caring for, and finally farming the vegetables the appear in grocery stores to the delight of veggie lovers everywhere.
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Before any new video game can be played, it must be conceived and created by a designer. Video game designers may work alone or in teams of more than 1,000 people. Find out more in Video Game Designers, one of the titles in the Thrilling Science and Technology Jobs series
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From bones to giant teeth to enormous lumps of poop, dinosaurs left many fossils behind. How did the remains of dinosaurs become the rocky fossils we find today? Each title in this new series digs deep into one fascinating area of the Dinosphere. The expertly crafted text with strong visual cues to support new vocabulary will engage early readers as they build their reading confidence. This 24-page book features controlled text with age-appropriate...
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Origami can be made to suit any occasion, including Hanukkah. Readers of this innovative guide follow step-by-step instructions to fold decorations such as a Star of David and a simple menorah using the Japanese art of paper folding. Colorful photographs are paired with accessible text, ensuring learners of many ages and abilities can follow along in folding their own keepsakes. This engaging volume provides a unique and creative way for readers to...
19) Jungle Animals
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Parrots, gorillas, and snakes-oh my! These jungle creatures and more await readers within the pages of this project-filled book. As readers learn how to create each animal, they will effortlessly absorb facts about the subject creature in its jungle habitat. Even reluctant readers will be captivated by the vibrant photos and clear illustrated projects in this title. Hands-on origami projects keep readers entertained as they read and learn.
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Christmas and Hanukkah light up the winter with festive celebrations, and readers learn how to add to the fun with their own origami crafts. This multicultural guide to popular holidays introduces readers to a variety of paper folding projects, including Christmas cards, Santa Claus, a menorah, and a dreidel. Clear, step-by-step instructions with visual examples help readers master each project, and helpful tips and materials lists ensure they're...