Books in Adventures in Nature series

Join Yuri Gagarin on his journey into space! This book examines the extraordinary life of the first astronaut in space, from his early life to his first trip aboard a Russian spacecraft. Discover what the space race was and other developments happening at the time. Find out about the rigorous training that astronauts undergo and how they prepare for a journey into the unknown.

Pompo the Monkey must leave his family to find other monkeys, but he has one stop to make before he does. He wants to find treasure! He has no idea where it is or what kind of treasure it could be, but all the animals are saying that it is treasure fit for a king. He has some competition as he is not the only one on the treasure hunt. And the road ahead is long and dangerous. What if he doesn't find the treasure? Is the treasure more important than finding a new family? Is the treasure more important than his survival?This motivational story about hopes, dreams and overcoming adversities is meant to inspire young children who are experiencing being separated from family and trying to figure out where they fit in.

Get ready to take a leap into the water in this exciting exploration of pond habitats. This volume examines different kinds of pond habitats, and the creatures that are found both in the water and on its edge, from bass to grass snakes to herons. Readers will learn about life cycles, ecosystems, and conservation, which are important curricula-based science topics. This volume pairs compelling text with vivid color photographs to bring readers on a nature walk they wont soon forget. Diagrams, activities, and quizzes provide greater opportunities for exploration. This book is perfect for nature-enthused readers to get their feet wet identifying creatures and understanding the wonder of pond wildlife!

This entertaining book introducing young readers to the world of Pop Art is the latest addition to a series whose "compelling layouts allow the art to excite young imaginations." (ARTnews) Large, colorful, and bold, Pop Art is particularly appealing to younger viewers. This engaging introduction to the Pop Art movement--from its inception in the 1960s through the 1980s--takes readers on a colorful journey in which Coca Cola bottles, tubes of toothpaste, soup cans, shower curtains, movie stars, comic books, and cartoon characters are the stuff of creativity and inspiration. The book considers work by artists such as Jasper Johns, Roy Lichtenstein, Claes Oldenburg, Robert Rauschenberg, James Rosenquist, Edward Ruscha, and Andy Warhol. An inviting text and dynamic format reveals to young readers how art reflects the world around them and how they can create their own art through observations they make in their daily lives.

Fun, self-guided projects make 3D printing a reality for young learners Adventures in 3D Printing and Design is written for 11-15-year-olds, and beginners who want to learn the concepts and practices that underlie 3D printing, 3D scanning, and computer-aided design. This easy-to-follow, all-inclusive book assumes no prior computing knowledge and does not require access to 3D printing hardware. Learn the basics of 3D modeling through nine engaging self-guided projects that includes how to create a 3D scanner using ping-pong balls! With companion videos, clear language, and an exciting layout, Adventures in 3D Printing and Design is a great way to get started with 3D printing Step-by-step instructions for completing nine fun, educational, computer-based 3D printing and 3D scanning projects Instructional videos accompanying each chapter reinforce knowledge and provide interactive learning Engaging layout specially designed for self-guided young learners aged 11 to 15 Activities and text appropriate for all readers, with or without access to 3D printers Computer-aided design and manufacture is poised to be one of the most important areas of technological development in the coming decades, so why not get a head start in 3D printing? Dive into the complex world of three-dimensional modeling.

From games and graphics to networks and virtual reality, computers are all around us. Today's computers can draw pictures, play games, send emails, and even land space probes on Mars. But that wasn't always the case. Find out how ancient abacuses evolved into today's supercomputers and learn about some of the great computer scientists who made it all possible. Computers will take you inside these incredible machines to discover how they work, and then help you get started coding your own programs.

Readers are in for a colorful adventure as they explore different flowers that grow in a garden. This book introduces readers to flower parts and features, such as the petals and sepals, and invites them to differentiate between different kinds of flowers: annuals, perennials, water flowers, herbs, weeds, and more. Readers will also learn about important life science topics, such as life cycles and pollination, which make this book a perfect supplement to elementary science curricula. Informative text is paired with vivid color photographs to help readers thoroughly grasp the subject. Readers will also enjoy quizzes, diagrams, and activities that make nature come to life!