Earth's Water by
The water on Earth is vast, and each tiny drop has traveled almost everywhere thanks to the water cycle. Readers discover how Earth's water fills lakes and oceans, and how it reenters the atmosphere to form clouds. They also discover how raindrops form and why groundwater collects. The carefully selected photographs and illustrations will help readers grasp this complex, yet accessible, science topic.
Exploring Rocks and Minerals by
Explorers are encouraged to dig in and get dirty while learning about Earth's many rocks and minerals. Abundant iron and the rare diamond are only the surface of what's discovered. Readers unearth what Earth is made of and learn how we use those ingredients in our everyday lives. Accessible text is paired with colorful photographs to enhance the reading experience.
Objects in the Sky by
For centuries, people have marveled at natural phenomena in the sky and worked tirelessly to explain the science behind them. These include concepts such as: what causes the phases of the moon; why does the sun set every day; and where do shooting stars come from. Dazzling photographs and helpful diagrams guide readers in understanding the scientific yet accessible text, and in discovering the answers to many scientific questions they develop throughout their reading.
Space Probes by
Much of what we know about the cosmos has been learned from space probes. For over 50 years, scientists have been sending unmanned machines throughout the solar system. Space probes have been to Mercury, the planet closest to the sun and they have landed on passing asteroids. Two have even journeyed past the edge of our solar system and are still going. Readers are introduced to many of these space probes and learn what the probes have discovered. Remarkable photographs of space probes and their destinations are sure to enthrall readers at any level.
