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1) Police cars
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"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to police cars. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--
2) Mars rovers
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This title covers the U.S. robotic rover missions on Mars. Through simple text, maps, and stunning photography, readers will learn about the Pathfinder, Spirit, Opportunity, and Curiosity rovers. Planned future missions from the U.S. and other countries will also be explored.
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"Understanding each tool is made easy with simple definitions and in-use photos that will show kids how police communicate with a two-way radio, the difference between handcuffs and plasticuffs, different parts of a patrol car, and the special training required of a police dog."--
8) Mars landers
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This title features the missions of landers that have been sent to Mars and collected science data and photographs from a stationary point on the planet's surface. Through simple text, maps, and stunning photography, readers will learn about the twin U.S. Viking missions of the 1970s, early Russian efforts, the U.S. Mars Pathfinder, and the European Space Agency's Beagle 2. Planned future missions are also explored.
12) Hay balers
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"Those neat bundles of hay we see in a farm field are created by a fantastic farm machine called a hay baler. And just one bale of hay can weigh as much as 2,000 pounds (907 kg). Along with learning how a hay baler does its job, readers will find out what kind of crop hay is and why its needed. They'll also see cool, colorful photographs of these and other big machines at work, including labels to aid in comprehension. Farm work has never looked so...
13) Things up close
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"In Things Up Close, young readers view common objects-a pencil, sponge, toothbrush, and seashell-from a new perspective and learn uncommon facts about each one."--Provided by publisher.
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The US Army has the important job of defending the United States by land. From tanks to grenade launchers, US Army Equipment and Vehicles explores the gear that the army uses to complete this mission. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to...
16) Deep-sea drones
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Much of the world's oceans remain unexplored. Underwater drones help researchers find shipwrecks and learn more about ocean habitats. Deep-Sea Drones explains how these drones work and how they can be used to make scientific breakthroughs now and in the future. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, a glossary, additional resources, and...
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"During World War II, a social worker named Jacqueline bicycled through the streets of Paris, passing Nazi soldiers and carrying a toy duck to share with the children she visited. What the Nazis didn’t know, however, was that Jacqueline wasn’t a social worker at all, but a Jewish member of the French Resistance. Families across Europe went into hiding as the Nazis rounded up anyone Jewish. The Star of David, a symbol of faith and pride, became...
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"Craft awesome DIY electronics projects using fabric, paper, and creativity -- no prior experience necessary! This fun TAB guide provides an entertaining, hands-on introduction to electronics and making. The book contains 20 DIY projects that teach electronics and craft skills using inexpensive, readily available materials. You'll also find four inspiring interviews with awesome makers. The author explains how to work with conductive thread, sewable...
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Step-by-step instructions to make slimes you can squish, stretch, and poke. Includes a Getting Started section outlining the essential equipment and ingredients; the science of slime; tips on how to safely make and play with slime; and advice for preserving creations and troubleshooting common problems.
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