Books with author Gareth Stevens Publishing

Our Century is a dramatic, newspaper-style presentation of each decade. These volumes highlight historic events and outstanding individual achievements in the sporting world, international affairs, scientific discoveries, daily life, and the arts.From apartheid in South Africa to solidarity in Poland to the midair explosion of U.S. Space Shuttle Challenger to the Chernobyl nuclear disaster to pop king Michael Jackson to Mikhail Gorbachev.

Our Century is a dramatic, newspaper-style presentation of each decade. These volumes highlight historic events and outstanding individual achievements in the sporting world, international affairs, scientific discoveries, daily life, and the arts.In the 1910s, the Bolsheviks revolted in Russia, women's suffrage was a dominant social issue, and America participated in World War I. The turbulent flow of this decade is presented in dramatic as-it-happened style.

21st Century Science is written especially for young adult readers and is designed to provide in-depth, up-to-the-minute information on the key science disciplines students need to succeed in school. Developed to closely follow state and nationlal curriculum guidelines, 21st Century Science will give students a mastery of science concepts, the scientific method, and critical thinking skills.

With an unparalleled array of science topics to choose from, Discovery Channel School Science puts the fascination of the natural world at students' fingertips. Fun, fast-paced, high-interest text and vibrant photography in a varied format bring to life the wonders of nature as young scientists learn about the important historical figures, ideas, and discoveries that help researchers understand the past and keep science moving toward the future. Activities abound and insights await in Discovery Channel School Science!

Our Century is a dramatic, newspaper-style presentation of each decade. These volumes highlight historic events and outstanding individual achievements in the sporting world, international affairs, scientific discoveries, daily life, and the arts.In the first decade of the twentieth century, U.S. President William McKinley was assassinated, England's Queen Victoria died, Wilbur and Orville Wright made their historic flight at Kittyhawk, and Henry Ford designed and created the first Model T.

With an unparalleled array of science topics to choose from, Discovery Channel School Science puts the fascination of the natural world at students' fingertips. Fun, fast-paced, high-interest text and vibrant photography in a varied format bring to life the wonders of nature as young scientists learn about the important historical figures, ideas, and discoveries that help researchers understand the past and keep science moving toward the future. Activities abound and insights await in Discovery Channel School Science!

Podcasts, vlogs, and blogs are made for all ages today. Despite age restrictions on some sites, kids are engaging with social media at younger ages. Many have their own YouTube channels and Twitch streams. With this set, readers learn more about what's happening behind the scenes with some of their favorite online innovators, from how content is created to how money is made as an online-only journalist or social media influencer. Each book includes history, major players and platforms, and how one can become successful in the new media landscape, all written with young readers in mind. Features include: Addresses online safety concerns for both content creators and users. Discusses ways elementary school readers can become part of these communities. Supports STEM curricula.

Sometimes when we hear about famous scientific breakthroughs, we assume that the brilliant scientists behind them knew exactly what they were doing. That isn't always the case! This striking series demonstrates that sometimes mistakes in the laboratory lead to innovations that change people's lives. Pacemakers, penicillin, and microwaves are just some of the incredible developments that came about accidently. The history and science behind each discovery is clearly explained as well as its impact on the world. Helpful photographs add to the dynamic book design, and thought-provoking sidebars offer more information about essential topics. Features include: Encourages young scientists to understand that science is a process and even unexpected results can be enlightening and even useful. Graphic organizers facilitate readers' retention of key information. Supports concepts in both elementary history and science curricula and offers opportunities to exercise skills of the English Language Arts Common Core.