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Books in Focus on Science series

  • Volcanoes

    Pierre Kohler

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, April 1, 1988)
    Explains the geological causes of earthquakes and volcanoes and how they affect our lives
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  • Hands-On Projects about Rocks, Minerals, and Fossils

    Krista West

    Paperback (Rosen Classroom, Jan. 1, 2005)
    The natural world comes alive in this exciting, imaginative series! The fact-filled text is accompanied by step-by-step, photo-illustrated instructions that help kids to make a model of Earth, a seismometer, different types of faults, and other hands-on projects. By linking the scientific information with the projects, lessons are reinforced in a fun, creative way that students will love.
  • The Ecosystem of a Fallen Tree

    Elaine Pascoe

    Paperback (Rosen Classroom, Jan. 1, 2005)
    What is a decomposer? Featuring full-color photos, this book offers readers a simple and scientific answer to this question and others! It looks at how one fallen tree supports an entire community, which can include a wide variety of living organisms, including weasels, salamanders, millipedes, and fungi.
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  • Fossils

    Megan Lappi

    Library Binding (Av2 by Weigl, July 15, 2015)
    Discusses how fossils form, where some of the most unique fossils have been discovered, how fossils help paleontologists learn about dinosaurs, and more.
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  • Fertility Technology: The Baby Debate

    Kara Williams

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Dec. 30, 2003)
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  • Scientifically Engineered Foods: The Debate over What's on Your Plate

    Allan B. Cobb

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Aug. 16, 2003)
    Discusses the differences between traditional breeding techniques and genetic engineering, and considers the advantages, disadvantages, and possible side-effects of introducing genetically engineered products into the food supply.
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  • Water in the Atmosphere

    Isaac Nadeau

    Paperback (Rosen Classroom, Jan. 1, 2005)
    Water is always on the move. This book invites readers on the long journey that water takes. From the microscopic level of water to the large scale of a huge thunderstorm, this book clearly describes how water behaves in our atmosphere and how important it is to life on Earth. Dynamic illustrations work with the text to teach readers about the water cycle.
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  • Water Power

    Christine Webster

    Library Binding (Weigl Pub Inc, Aug. 15, 2017)
    In this series, readers are introduced to the science behind Earths water. A combination of vibrant photography and interesting text encourage readers to learn more about water science.
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  • Destination: Outer Space

    Anna Alter, Jean-Luc Allart

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Dec. 1, 1988)
    Discusses the origin and future of the universe and describes the comets, planets, stars and other celestial bodies it encompasses
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