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An Apple's Life
Nancy Dickmann
Paperback (Heinemann, Sept. 1, 2010)Before you go apple picking, read this book to find out how apples are created. From seed to seedling, tree to blossom, flower to fruit, the life cycle of an apple is beautiful to see. This title shows the reader how an apple begins life, grows, and reproduces.
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How Computers Work
Nancy Dickmann
Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)Computers are everywhere. Even a smartphone is a mini computer. With digital technologies so prevalent in today's world, it's important for young learners to know how they work. This book introduces kids to the design and function of the hardware and networks that digitally connect us. Utilizing colorful infographics and simple language, this book discusses the history of the first computers, different types of computers, and the important parts that make a computer run. It makes learning about computers easy for young readers, and it is sure to inspire your budding engineers.
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A Sunflower's Life
Nancy Dickmann
Paperback (Heinemann, Sept. 1, 2010)Readers will be inspired to grow their own gardens after they read about the life cycle of a sunflower. This title explores the different parts of a sunflower, and follows the stages of the flower's development from seed to growth to reproduction. The farming of sunflowers is also discussed.
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Food From Farms
Nancy Dickmann
Paperback (Heinemann, Feb. 20, 2019)There are many different kinds of farms, and some farms produce only vegetables while others produce just fruit, and still others produce types of meat or poultry. Find out about the different kinds of foods that are raised on farms around the world in this introduction to the world of farming.
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Women Scientists in Medicine
Nancy Dickmann
Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub, Jan. 15, 2018)The field of medicine is crucial to the advancement of society, but many groundbreaking achievements have been left out of the history books. This insightful book illuminates the lives and accomplishments of women in the fields of medicine and health, from Elizabeth Blackwell to Virginia Apgar. Quotes from featured scientists and their contemporaries empower readers to explore the world of STEM for themselves. Beautiful illustrations and photographs immerse even reluctant readers. A gallery spread introduces readers to even more ingenious women scientists, while a timeline highlights the progress of women in medicine and health throughout history and lists Nobel Prize winners. Readers will see the state of contemporary medicine in a captivating "Science Now" spread.
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Networks and the Internet
Nancy Dickmann
Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2020)Many of today's communications travel over networks. Networks connect people all over the world through computers and mobile devices, but how does it work? Young learners will discover how an email works, how computers talk to one another, and how documents and programs are stored in the cloud. Readers will also learn about network safety and how to protect themselves from hackers and viruses. Easy-to-read infographics and simple language make this complex topic fun and easy to understand. Give your budding computer engineers the perfect guide to the matrix of our lives.
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Dairy
Nancy Dickmann
Paperback (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)Make a place for dairy in your diet. These foods make up some of the yummiest meals, and this book gives readers tips on how to incorporate the nutritional value of milk and cheese into diets in a healthy, balanced way. Read this book to learn about how to eat well and use MyPlate.
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Q & A About Earth
Nancy Dickmann
Paperback (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 15, 2017)Earth it is the third planet from the sun and the cradle of humanity. It might be a mere speck in the universe, but our remarkable planet is capable of sustaining billions upon billions of life-forms! Readers will explore our extraordinary planet in this incredible guide to all things Earth! Accessible language breaks down complex concepts into manageable chunks of information, and an innovative Q & A structure allows readers to absorb a plethora of fascinating facts. Even reluctant readers will find this unique format and the dazzling illustrations engaging. Full of important science topics and playfully designed, this versatile book will be a valuable addition to any library.
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Healthy Eating with MyPlate
Nancy Dickmann
Paperback (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)The importance of having a balanced diet is discussed in this series on the different food groups. Each book uses simple comparisons to explain that some foods are healthier than others, and gives readers ideas for creating their own meals.
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Math in Nature
Nancy Dickmann
language (Hungry Tomato ®, Aug. 1, 2018)Learn about number patterns that exist in a sunflower, the reason behind the hexagonal shape of a honeycomb, and all about the Fibonacci sequence. High impact photographs will draw in young readers as they learn about mathematical concepts they can find outside their front door.
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