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Egyptian pyramids
by Heidi Newbauer
"An elementary-level introduction to the ancient Egyptian pyramids, covering how, when, and why the famous wonders were built. Includes captions, on-page definitions, additional resources, and an index"
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Los Angeles Dodgers
by Josh Anderson
"A simple but fact-packed overview of the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team, covering their origins, their home stadium, their mascot, famous players and coaches, and well-known plays throughout the team's history. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, informative captions and sidebars, stats on top plays and players, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author"
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Awesome NFL records
by Matt Tustison
"Highlights 6 amazing NFL records that might never be broken. Each spread contains fascinating facts and stats to explain the importance of each subject"
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Can buses run on poop? : questions and answers about vehicles
by Heather E. Schwartz
"Cars, buses, bicycles, and monster trucks-our highways and byways are teeming with amazing vehicles! How do they work, and how do they help us travel? Kids will find the answers to all their questions about vehicles with wheels in this fun, interactive book"
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Jackrabbit vs. sidewinder
by Nathan Sommer
"Engaging images accompany information about the fighting abilities of jackrabbits and sidewinders. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"
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Gross animal habits
by Katie Chanez
"In Gross Animal Habits, readers will learn about different bizarre animal behaviors, including blood-squirting lizards, spitting llamas, and gut-flinging sea cucumbers. A comprehensive Why Do Animals Do Gross Things? back matter feature highlights different types of disgusting animal behaviors. Children can learn more about gross animal habits online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Gross Animal Habits also features reading tips for teachers and parents, photo labels, a picture glossary, a table of contents, and an index. Gross Animal Habits is part of Jump!'s Gross Animals series"
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Jobs in environmental science
by Beatrice Harris
"Anyone who has been paying attention to the news today knows Earth is in trouble. Pollution, species extinction, and global warming threaten the places, animals, and even people we love. Earth needs more people focused on creative solutions to turn the current trends around. Many people pursue careers in environmental science to help the planet. This motivating volume introduces a variety of environmental science jobs to readers. Whether they're interested in helping gigantic blue whales in the ocean, studying microscopic bacteria in soil, or encouraging others to take action, they'll find an inspiring career path in this well-researched book"
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Prehistory
by Robert Muir Wood
The study of fossils, the discovery of ancient artifacts, and the use of radiocarbon dating have helped us learn a lot about prehistoric times. How did the dinosaurs live? What did Earth look like long ago? What were the first human beings like? Scientists are now fairly confident in their answers to these questions, and readers see why as they explore all the ways people have used science to solve what were once the mysteries of prehistory. Captivating illustrations, helpful diagrams, and photographs enhance the informative main text and sidebars, giving readers a detailed look at the past.
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Dragons
by Charis Mather
"From clawed feet to fiery breath and wide wings, dragons are magical creatures of myth. But where did the stories of these big beasts come from? Explore the truth behind the tales and what it would take for these incredible creatures to take flight and breathe fire. Then, meet some real-life dragon inspiration. Fun, engaging illustrations paired with real-life photos and lively text make this a magical read!"
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Wild nature
by Noah Leatherland
"Earth's ecosystems are in trouble, but we can step up to make a change! Explores the impacts of climate change on nature across our planet alongside real-world examples of how communities are enacting change to help. Bright photos and captivating illustrations make the topic approachable while frank text encourages engagement in an age-appropriate way. Let's go wild to help Earth!"
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Earth's Resources
by Izzi Howell
Earth's resources are natural things that come from Earth. From wood to oil, these resources are important to modern life. However, as readers discover in this colorfully designed volume, we also need to be careful about how we use these resources! Including age-appropriate discussions of fossil fuels, deforestation, and mining, the main content breaks down science and social studies information often included in elementary curricula. Fact boxes add bite-size statistics that pack a punch and will have readers repeating their knowledge to friends, family, and classmates alike. Questions and picture puzzles offer more engagement with the text.
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Your sustainable world : a kid's guide to everyday choices that help the planet!
by Laura Perdew
"It's your world, so make it a sustainable one! Learn how small, everyday choices can lead to big, positive changes for the planet--from how you use energy to what you wear, eat, and buy. Packed full of tips and relevant actions for kids to take, this isan empowering guide for any young reader looking to help the environment and make a difference. Get ready to go green and create a sustainable lifestyle, one choice at a time!"
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On Society
by John Wood
Trying to have a positive impact on society might feel daunting, but at its essence, it’s fairly simple. It’s not about changing the world through something big and dramatic. It’s about the small actions, habits, and choices we make every day to make our part of the world a better place. Readers dive deeper into this empowering mindset as they explore text that focuses on achievable, age-appropriate ways they can engage in social activism and other examples of prosocial behavior. Essential social and emotional learning concepts are presented alongside colorful photographs and illustrations to create an inspiring reading experience.
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What's artificial intelligence?
by Judy Thorpe
"Artificial intelligence, or AI, describes a machine that seems to be able to think like a human. There are many different forms of AI. Some are simple, while others are very complex. You might not realize it, but a lot of the machines around you have some form of AI in them! Have you ever asked Siri or Google to do something for you? Does Netflix or Disney+ suggest shows you might like? Those are both examples of ways people use AI in their everyday life. Every day, people are working on making AI even smarter and more helpful"
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Life in the U.S. National Guard
by Mo Barrett
The National Guard is made up of citizen soldiers. Their daily life at home and when serving is very different. Find out how these everyday heroes transition from their civilian jobs to military service.
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I'm Thinking of a Dinosaur
by Bela Davis
This title gives readers several clues that lead up to a specific dinosaur. The book also notes what animals are not the answer along the way. Readers will enjoy learning about the interesting characteristics of several dinosaurs all while strengthening reasoning and reading skills
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Animal partners
by Golriz Golkar
"Developing readers learn about animal partnerships in symbiotic relationships in this low-level search-and-find beginning reader. Reinforces new vocabulary with close-up images of animals that depend on each other. A great early STEM book to inspire learning about animals and life science for kindergartners and first graders"
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