Books with author Therese M Shea

A reservoir is a man-made body of water used to store water for populations to use. Reservoirs are used to provide water for drinking, cooking and bathing. They provide farmers with a source of water for their crops. Reservoirs are also used as a source of recreation for boaters, swimmers, and vacationers. Readers will be amazed to learn about the history of reservoirs and the scientific and technological advances that make them possible. This volume places a strong emphasis on STEM topics, and represents both social studies and science curricula. Historic photographs, color images, and detailed diagrams help readers grasp technological and scientific concepts with ease.

Stephen Austin, Barbara Jordan, and George W. Bush—what do these notable people have in common? They’re all famous Texans, and just a few of the exciting people covered in this book. Age-appropriate text teaches readers about Texas’s most important movers and shakers, while historical and contemporary images reinforce the book’s key concepts. Readers will enjoy learning about the qualities that make these Texans great. Colorful graphic organizers, vibrant images, and sidebars provide additional opportunities for learning.

Readers learn about the unique life cycle of the octopus, including facts such as a mother octopus doesnt eat while taking care of her eggs and neither male nor female octopuses live very long after becoming parents. Colorful photographs and engaging graphic organizers enhance age-appropriate language and science content. Bizarre fact boxes draw in readers with even more octopus oddities.

Anthropologists, scientists who study humans and their ways of life, are continually finding and interpreting artifacts left by our earliest ancestors. They have helped us understand our origins as well as the intriguing cultures that developed as humans spread across Earth. This volume is a concise introduction to this diverse and fascinating field. Readers will learn of the various branches of anthropology, including archaeology and biological anthropology, and how anthropologists of different disciplines collaborate to shed light on the mysteries of times past. Essential science vocabulary, thought-provoking sidebars, and a variety of STEM topics make this book a must-read for future scientists.

Fables, myths, and legends have withstood the test of time. Readers of all ages still delight in these stories, which have at least a hint of fiction if not a heavy dose. This accessible book defines fables, myths, and legends and provides famous examples of each type of literature. Readers will discover the important link between the stories and the cultures they come from. A fun final activity encourages readers to create a comic book of their favorite tale, which requires exercising several skills of the English Language Arts Common Core standards.

Zoos are places where STEM comes to life, including the science of caring for animals, the technology used in zoo security, engineering that keeps habitats habitable, and the math used to calculate ticket sales. Readers are encouraged to draw connections between the STEM subjects they learn in school and the way STEM is used in the real world. This curricula-driven text uses high-interest subjects to discuss STEM and also covers the STEM careers that help zoos around the world run successfully. Fact boxes and colorful images provide opportunities for additional learning.

"Ronald Reagan, the 40th president of the United States, lived a full and intriguing life before he took the highest office. 'The Great Communicator,' as he'd later be called, honed his skills and persona as an announcer for the Chicago Cubs, a movie star, and a governor of California. Readers will be amazed at the many careers and interests of Reagan. They'll also learn about his family and his motivations for seeking the presidency. Absorbing photographs and fact boxes add to this inspiring biography"

Animals have a lot in common with people: they eat, sleep, and have babies. Thats sometimes where the similarities end. Rabbits, for example, eat their own poop so they can digest even more nutrients than they did the first time around. Readers might find this and other facts gross, but theyll also love to repeat them. Full-color photographs and diagrams complement a fun design full of surprising and interesting information about animal bodies and behavior. Informal language draws readers into science concepts covering simple biology and environmental adaptation.

"Archaeologists have discovered an ancient tomb. They pry open a passage and out comes a mummy. But it's not just a mummy--it's a multiplying mummy! This entertaining yet educational volume uses beautifully illustrated mummies to teach young mathematicians about the fundamentals of multiplication, including skills highlighted in the Common Core. They'll also learn fun facts about mummies of ancient Egypt and other cultures. History and math collide in this "must have" for every elementary library collection"--

To many, the curved tail of a scorpion is a scary sight. Though it uses a deadly poison to subdue prey and protect itself from predators, only 25 species of scorpion have a venom very harmful to people. Readers learn the particulars of the scorpion stinger as well as the arachnids diet and habits. Full-color photographs bring readers close to this small carnivorewhich most would avoid if seen in person! Fact boxes add further detail to the main content, engaging readers with science information consistent with bug units included in the curriculum.