Books in Math in the Real World series

Matter is everywhere! This book uses real-world examples to bring the concept of the states of matter to life in an approachable way. Clearly-written text draws in readers with concrete examples involving familiar, everyday things, from gas grills to ice cubes. The book covers the history of and key figures in the understanding of the states of matter. Major concepts covered include solids, liquids, gases, plasma, crystals, atomic bonds, surface tension, diffusion, sublimation, and boiling points. Full-color photos, a glossary, an index, sidebars, primary source documents, and other creative content enhance the book. It also includes prompts and activities that directly engage students in developing the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills promoted by the Common Core standards. This well-researched title has a credentialed content consultant and aligns with Common Core and state standards. Core Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Step out of the classroom and into the big leagues with this book, which explores the science, technology, engineering, and math that shapes America’s favorite pastime. Readers will see how STEM influences everything in a baseball game, from a pitcher’s throw to the physics of stadium seating. The in-depth coverage of each STEM subject is reinforced by engaging images, which encourages readers to visualize and identify how classroom concepts are used in the real world. The text also covers STEM careers and how readers can get involved when they grow up. Fact boxes support the age-appropriate text, which was designed to address science, technology, engineering, and math in the elementary curricula.

Science is everywhere! Science in the Real World uses real-world examples to bring scientific concepts to life in an approachable way. Clearly-written text draws in readers with concrete examples involving familiar, everyday things. They’ll learn about electricity, energy, force, motion, light, magnets, the scientific method, sound, and states of matter. Compelling, full-color photos, a glossary, an index, sidebars, primary source documents, and other creative content enhance each book. The books include prompts and activities that directly engage students in developing the reading, writing, and critical thinking skills promoted by the Common Core standards. These well-researched titles have credentialed content consultants. And, they are aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.