Books in Rookie Read-About Science: Physical Science series

Briefly describes the physical characteristics and behavior of whales

Describes the properties of magnets, shows how opposite poles attract, and looks at the way we use magnets in everyday life

Discusses the sense of hearing and how it expands and contributes to your world

This introductory book discusses needles, cones, and the different kinds of pine trees.

Explains how tidal pools form and the types of plants and animals that inhabit them

Discusses potential and kinetic energy by using simple terminology and examples.

THIS EDITION IS INTENDED FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Explains how rainbows are formed by the colors in sunlight shining through water.

Examines the sun in the context of other, more distant stars and discusses the night sky and movement of the earth

Discusses the properties of solids, liquids, and gases, the three forms in which matter exists

Follows garbage from school cafeteria to landfill, describes other methods of disposing of waste, and suggests ways to recycle

Have you ever heard of an animal that spends almost the entire day asleep-hanging upside down in a tree?Have you ever seen a critter that looks like a walking pinecone? Readers (Ages 6-7) will learn all about these strange animals-and many others.

Describes the noses of different animals and how they are used