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Books in Science Discovery series

  • Discover Science: Weather

    Caroline Harris

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Aug. 21, 2012)
    One of the most easily observed yet difficult topics to explain to children is weather. Discover Science: Weather by Caroline Harris introduces young readers to the atmospheric world around them, from sun and wind to climate and temperature. Readers can look at snowflakes in amazing detail, discover the water cycle, learn how rain forms in clouds, explore renewable energy, and take a first look at the devastating effects of pollution and extreme weather. With key vocabulary defined in the glossary, and hands-on projects at the end, this is the perfect introduction to this core science topic.
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  • Discover Science: Planet Earth

    Deborah Chancellor

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Aug. 16, 2011)
    Make science accessible with this essential series that will capture children's imagination while laying the foundation for future learning. With age-appropriate language and an eye-catching design, Discover Science gives young readers the answers to fundamental questions about the human body, animals, planet Earth and the Solar System. An accessible, age appropriate introduction to the Earth, with its many biomes and creatures. Young readers will explore the Earth's coldest, hottest, driest, and wettest places, and learn about key topics such as volcanoes, weather, rainfall, and what makes our planet truly unique.
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  • A Dot Markers & Paint Daubers Kids Activity Book: Discovering Numbers 1-20 with Animal Dots: Learn as you play: Do a dot page a day

    14 Peaks Creative Arts

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Oct. 22, 2017)
    Learn the preschool numbers 1-20 with this dot marker art activity book for do a dot markers. Toddlers can practice the numbers 1-20 with their dot markers. Preschoolers and toddlers will love learning with this do a dot art activity book. Each page is decorated with fun animals to dot as well. -Learn the numbers 1-20 -Fun toddler number book -Bonus dot marker activity pages-Bound Coloring Book: No loose papers -Great learning tool for Preschoolers and Toddlers-8.5” x 11” Pages perfect for little handsThis do a dot activity art book works great for dot markers, dauber dawgs, dab and dot markers, do a dot markers and dauber dawgs markers. Discover the fun of the preschool numbers 1-20 with this dot marker activity art book!
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  • Discover Science: Animal Disguises

    Belinda Weber

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Dec. 21, 2010)
    Discover Science is designed to capture the imagination of the youngest readers with bright dynamic photography, and just the right amount of core information. With key vocabulary defined on each page and hands-on projects to help children engage the senses and build on what they learn, this series is a fantastic first introduction to the natural world. Dive in to the secret world of animal camouflage. Learn how some animals use disguises to catch their prey while others use camouflage to avoid being eaten. Discover the great lengths to which some prey animals will go to avoid being attacked, even changing their true shape, color, or nature in order to protect themselves. Along the way, readers will learn about how animals adapt to their environment, and come to appreciate the amazing diversity of the animal kingdom.
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  • Discovery Channel's Megalodon & Prehistoric Sharks

    Joe Brusha, Ralph Tedesco, Neo Edmund, Shaene Siders

    Paperback (Zenescope, Aug. 20, 2013)
    Enjoy this graphic novel's unique blast from the past as the ancestors of today's shark are brought to life again. See what types of shark used to inhabit the prehistoric world of dinosaurs and just how they survived in such a dangerous place. Find out what types of prehistoric creatures they hunted, and which ones hunted them!
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  • Discover Science: Solar System

    Dr. Mike Goldsmith

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Aug. 17, 2010)
    Discover Science: Solar System by Mike Goldsmith is the perfect introduction for young readers to the endlessly fascinating topic of space and the vast, mysterious worlds that make up our solar system. Discover the activity of the flaming prominences of the sun and the bubbling volcanoes of Venus. Examine the apparently lifeless craters on the moon, Saturn's swirling rings, and giant Jupiter's great red spot. Marvel at space travelers such as the comet Halle-Bopp, mighty meteorites, and the Spirit and Viking space probes on their missions to Mars. Budding astronomers will be intrigued and enthralled by the strange and diverse worlds that make up our solar system.
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  • Crime: Q&A

    Janice Parker

    Library Binding (Av2 by Weigl, Aug. 15, 2014)
    Explains how law enforcement officials carry out investigations and catch criminals using forensic science techniques and technology.
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  • Discover Science: Oceans and Seas

    Nicola Davies

    Paperback (Kingfisher, April 16, 2013)
    Make science accessible with this essential series that will capture children's imagination while laying the foundation for future learning. With age-appropriate language and an eye-catching design,Discover Science gives young readers the answers to fundamental questions about the human body, animals, planet Earth and the Solar System.Go on a breath-taking tour of the wide oceans and seas with Discover Science: Oceans and Seas by Nicola Davies.There is a lot to discover in the ocean―after all, two -thirds of Earth is covered by water! What kinds of animals live in shallow tropical reefs; what creatures lurk near the deepest ocean floor? How do humans affect sea life, and what mysteries are scientists still trying to solve? A parent and teacher guide, craft activities, and a glossary and index enhance this useful reference book.
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  • Discover Science: Robots

    Clive Gifford

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Aug. 16, 2011)
    Make science accessible with this essential series that will capture children's imagination while laying the foundation for future learning. With age-appropriate language and an eye-catching design, Discover Science gives young readers the answers to fundamental questions about the human body, animals, planet Earth and the Solar System. In today's wired world, robots are everywhere: in the movies, on TV, in space, in computer games. Discover Science: Robots by Clive Gifford introduces the concept of a robot, and examines the many uses of robots in science, entertainment and industry. Definitions of new words are provided on each page, and at the end children can do one of three hands-on activities to create their own robots.
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  • Discover Science: Deserts

    Nicola Davies

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, Aug. 21, 2012)
    Come explore the world's deserts, from the scorching North American southwest to the cold Gobi. Starting with natural forces such as wind and rain and moving through plant and animal life, as well as all the ways humans live and work with the desert, this is an accessible introduction to this fascinating environment. With included hands-on activities and key vocabulary defined in the glossary, Discover Science: Desert by Nicola Davies is a clear, easy-to-understand introduction to an important environmental topic.
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  • Guglielmo Marconi and Radio

    Steve Parker

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, Sept. 1, 1994)
    Discusses the inventor's life, his early influences, his applications of theories in physics to discover radio, and his contributions to the science of communication
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  • Nuclear Energy

    Michael Burgan, Nancy Cohen, Stephen Currie, Vanessa Elder, Jacqueline A. Ball, Gareth Stevens Publishing, Lelia Mander

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Dec. 1, 2002)
    Examines the discovery and creation of nuclear energy, its uses, both beneficial and destructive, and the hazards of radioactive waste.
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