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ABCs of biology
by Chris Ferrie
Introduces a topic of biology for every letter of the alphabet, from anatomy to zoology
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Organic chemistry for babies
by Chris Ferrie
Offers a simple illustrated introduction to organic chemistry, describing how carbin, oxygen, and hydrogen atoms react differently to one another to create many unique molecue structures
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Climate change for babies
by Chris Ferrie
A simple introduction to the hot-button issue of climate change shares elementary science information while discussing complex topics in comprehensive ways. By the author of My First 100 Technology Words. Illustrations.
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Neural networks for babies
by Chris Ferrie
A latest entry in the popular board-book series introduces the scientific and mathematical concepts of neural networks, explaining how machines and computing systems were inspired by the biological neural networks in animal and human brains.
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ABCs of oceanography
by Chris Ferrie
Pairs oceanographic concepts with every letter of the alphabet, in a latest themed ABC board book that features eye-catching, whimsical depictions of examples—from algae and beachrock to the gulf stream and zooplankton. Illustrations.
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Baby biochemist : enzymes
by Cara Florance
"Create a chain reaction of learning in any child by introducing them to the world of enzymatics! Kids will learn through adorably drawn characters just how much work enzymes do to keep our bodies running. Packed with great information and a whole lot offun, these super-helpers are sure to keep any budding scientist engaged and turning page after page"
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Baby biochemist : RNA
by Cara Florance
A board book series that is perfect for aspiring scientists and those with curious minds, Baby University is the simplest way to introduce toddlers (and grownups!) to BIG ideas! Illustrations.
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Germ theory for babies
by Chris Ferrie
"Set the children in your life on a lifelong path to learning with the next installment of the Baby University board book series. Full of scientific information, this is the perfect book to teach complex concepts in a simple, engaging way. Germ Theory for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction for youngsters (and grownups!) to what germs are, how they spread, and how we can keep ourselves and others healthy. It's never too early to become a scientist!"
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Pandemics for babies
by Chris Ferrie
"Set the children in your life on a lifelong path to learning with the next installment of the Baby University board book series. Full of scientific information, this is the perfect book to teach complex concepts in a simple, engaging way. Pandemics for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction for youngsters (and grownups!) to how pandemics work and what we can do to help flatten the curve and stop the spread of disease. It's never too early to become a scientist!"
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Blockchain for babies
by Chris Ferrie
Featuring expert contributions, a latest entry in the series that includes Astrophysics for Babies and General Relativity for Babies introduces complex subjects with simple, tongue-in-cheek text and eye-catching artwork
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What Miss Mitchell saw
by Hayley Barrett
A picture book introduction to the life and achievements of America’s first professional female astronomer describes how stargazer Maria Mitchell discovered a new comet in the skies above her Nantucket home. By the author of Babymoon. 10,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
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Cats are a liquid
by Rebecca Donnelly
Inspired by a Nobel prize-winning physicist’s investigation into the common properties of cats and liquids, a playful ode to “fluid cats” introduces the scientific characteristics of liquids and how cats do many of the same things, from flowing to fitting into containers.
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A way with wild things
by Larissa Theule
Preferring the company of fascinating insects to people, science-loving Poppy tries to blend into the background at a family member’s 100th birthday party, before a dragonfly draws her out by landing on the birthday cake.
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Pluto Gets the Call by Adam RexReceiving a call from a bunch of Earth scientists who inform him he has lost his status as a planet, Pluto embarks on a riotous journey through the solar system to find out why. By the best-selling creator of Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich.
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Rocket says look up!
by Nathan Bryon
Aspiring astronaut Rocket draws her community together to see a rare appearance of the Phoenix Meteor Showers, hoping especially that her big brother, Jamal, will look up from his phone
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The stuff of stars
by Marion Dane Bauer
The Newbery Honor-winning author of On My Honor and the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award-winning artist of Out of Wonder vibrantly describe the void that existed before the Big Bang generated life throughout the galaxy, making it possible for wondrous human children to evolve
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Explorers
by Matthew Cordell
A visit to a museum culminates in unexpected adventure when a boy loses something important before an act of forgiveness bonds two families and introduces a new friend. By the Caldecott Medal-winning creator of Wolf in the Snow.
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Ada Twist, scientist
by Andrea Beaty
Ada Twist is a very curious girl who shows perseverance by asking questions and performing experiments to find things out and understand the world
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NanoBots by Chris GallInvented by a young scientist to help save the world, the tiny but high-tech NanoBot team performs unique tasks before the town's most awesome robot lands in trouble, compelling them to use complementary skills to prove how even the smallest helpers can be the biggest heroes. By the award-winning creator of Dinotrux.
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Twinkle twinkle little star : I know exactly what you are
by Julia Kregenow
Written by an expert in astrophysics, a primer written to the tune of the nursery-song classic lyrically and comprehensively explains to the youngest astronomy enthusiasts what stars are made of and their relationship to the earth.
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Snowflake Bentley
by Jacqueline Briggs Martin
A biography of a self-taught scientist who photographed thousands of individual snowflakes in order to study their unique formations offers insight into one scientist's perseverance and a look at the wonders of nature.
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And then the seed grew
by Marianne Dubuc
When a seed arrives in the garden and its growth begins disturbing the animals above and below ground, the friends decide to chop it down, but they notice something that makes them rethink their decision
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Margaret and the Moon : how Margaret Hamilton saved the first Lunar Landing by Dean RobbinsAn introduction to the pioneering woman mathematician who saved the first lunar landing describes the childhood love of numbers that led to her prestigious education and pivotal contributions at NASA, explaining how her handwritten codes proved essential throughout numerous space missions. By the author of Miss Paul and the President.
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The fisherman & the whale
by Jessica Lanan
A fisherman and his son encounter a whale entangled in a net that prevents it from eating, in a wordless story about natural-world connections that is brought to life with dreamscape watercolor artwork. By the illustrator of Into Nature.
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Grama's hug
by Amy Nielander
May and her grandmother are a team, especially in anything related to science and flight, but when May becomes the first child astronaut, Grama fears she will leave Earth without a goodbye hug
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The home builders
by Varsha Bajaj
A vibrantly illustrated sequence of woodland creatures tunnel, gnaw and otherwise build cozy homes for their growing families until the woods come alive with the peeping, crawling and snuggling of baby animals.
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Mousetronaut : based on a (partially) true story
by Mark E. Kelly
In a charming tale of perseverance and courage, a small, but plucky, mouse named Mike is sure that he can help the Space Shuttle astronauts and ends up saving the whole mission. By a best-selling author and retired NASA astronaut.
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