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  • Light: Shadows, Mirrors, and Rainbows

    Natalie Myra Rosinsky, Sheree Boyd

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Learn about the importance of light in our every day lives. Discover how to make reflections, shadows, and rainbows. This is a great nonfiction read aloud book with places to stop to do activities together. If you are looking for clear, concise science books for kids, this is a perfect start!
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  • Motion: Push and Pull, Fast and Slow

    Darlene Ruth Stille, Sheree Boyd

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Jan. 1, 2004)
    Explore the concepts of motion by learning about movement, speed, force, and inertia.
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  • Rocks: Hard, Soft, Smooth, and Rough

    Natalie Myra Rosinsky, Matthew John

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    The rocks you see everyday can be grouped into different types, like igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic. Some rocks are actually minerals, and you can even find fossils in some types of rocks. Complete with activities and experiments, this nonfiction science book is perfect for introducing children to geology.
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  • Temperature: Heating Up and Cooling Down

    Darlene Ruth Stille, Sheree Boyd

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Jan. 1, 2004)
    A temperature can be hot or cold, and can be measured by a thermometer. Use Fahrenheit or Celsius to take the temperature of items.
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  • Sound: Loud, Soft, High, and Low

    Natalie Myra Rosinsky, Matthew John

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Discover the world of sound in this charming nonfiction tale. Young science fans will learn how sound is created through vibrations that vary in pitch and volume and much more! Alongside bright illustrations, award-winning author Natalie M. Rosinsky delivers fun, fact-filled text for an engaging read-aloud or beginning read-alone. Includes hands-on experiments!
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  • Dirt: The Scoop on Soil

    Natalie Myra Rosinsky, Sheree Boyd

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Dig in to the wondrous world of dirt! In this introduction to soil, young science and nature lovers will discover the components of dirt, how it’s made, and how to maintain healthy soil for the environment. Alongside charming illustrations, award-winning author Natalie M. Rosinsky delivers fun, fact-filled text for an engaging read-aloud or beginning read-alone. Includes hands-on experiments!
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  • From Mealworm to Beetle: Following the Life Cycle

    Laura Purdie Salas, Shelly Lyons, Jeffrey Joseph Yesh

    Library Binding (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2008)
    A digital solution for your classroom with features created with teachers and students in mind: • Perpetual license • 24 hour, 7 days a week access • No limit to the number of students accessing one title at a time • Provides a School to Home connection wherever internet is available • Easy to use • Ability to turn audio on and off • Words highlighted to match audio Is a mealworm a worm or an insect? How long does the pupa stage last? Crawl through the pages of this book, and learn about the life cycle of a beetle.
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  • From Egg to Snake: Following the Life Cycle

    Suzanne Buckingham Slade, Jeffrey Joseph Yesh

    Library Binding (Picture Window Books, Jan. 1, 2009)
    A digital solution for your classroom with features created with teachers and students in mind: • Perpetual license • 24 hour, 7 days a week access • No limit to the number of students accessing one title at a time • Provides a School to Home connection wherever internet is available • Easy to use • Ability to turn audio on and off • Words highlighted to match audio How big is a newborn snake? What does a snake eat? Slither through the pages of this book to learn about the life cycle of a smooth green snake.
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  • Composting: Nature's Recyclers

    Robin Koontz, Matthew Harrad

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2006)
    Dead leaves, food scraps, and grass clippings for lunch? Small animals, fungi, and bacteria called decomposers turn trash into a tasty compost treat. Learn more about compost and how you can use it in your garden or yard.
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  • Magnets: Pulling Together, Pushing Apart

    Natalie Myra Rosinsky, Sheree Boyd

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2002)
    Have you ever wondered what makes magnets work? Magnets, by Natalie M. Rosinsky introduces many different kinds of magnets, such as motors, compasses, and Earth’s magnetic poles. Clear text, vivid illustrations, fun facts, and simple experiments make this book a great introduction to magnets.
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  • From Seed to Maple Tree: Following the Life Cycle

    Laura Purdie Salas, Shelly Lyons, Jeffrey Joseph Yesh

    Library Binding (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2008)
    What does a seed need to grow? What color flowers does a sugar maple tree have? Let your mind bloom as you learn about the life cycle of a sugar maple tree.
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  • From Puppy to Dog: Following the Life Cycle

    Suzanne Buckingham Slade, Shelly Lyons, Jeffrey Joseph Yesh

    Library Binding (Picture Window Books, Sept. 1, 2008)
    How long does a puppy need to grow inside its mother? When do puppies start to walk? Groom your mind and you discover the life cycle of a golden retriever.
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