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Books in Baby Scientist series

  • Baby Botanist

    Dr. Laura Gehl, Daniel Wiseman

    Board book (HarperFestival, Oct. 1, 2019)
    Baby Scientist is an adorable board book series that brings fun, accessible science concepts to baby’s world using simple language, recognizable settings, and vibrant art. Read them all with your baby scientist! This board book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children in preK. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.Baby Botanist studies plants. In her lab coat, she looks at plants both large and small. She finds plants growing in many places.Can plants grow on water? What foods come from plants?Find out with Baby Botanist!Don’t miss the other books in this series, including Baby Oceanographer and Baby Astronaut!“Adorable entry in the Baby Scientist board book series.” —Booklist“The illustrations are colorful, uncluttered, and humorously engaging. A nice addition to this baby-attuned series.” —Kirkus
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  • Baby Paleontologist

    Dr. Laura Gehl, Daniel Wiseman

    Board book (HarperFestival, Feb. 4, 2020)
    Baby Scientist is an adorable board book series that brings fun, accessible science concepts to baby’s world using simple language, recognizable settings, and vibrant art. Read them all with your baby scientist! This board book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children in preK. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.Baby Paleontologist digs for fossils. With his pickax and brush, he discovers plants and animals that lived long, long ago.What stories do fossils tell?What did dinosaurs look like?Find out with Baby Paleontologist!Don’t miss the other books in this series, including Baby Oceanographer, Baby Astronaut, and Baby Botanist!
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  • Baby Astronaut

    Dr. Laura Gehl, Daniel Wiseman

    Board book (HarperFestival, May 7, 2019)
    “A cute infant-scientist offering…tuned to its audience.” —KirkusBaby Scientist is an adorable board book series that brings fun, accessible science concepts to baby’s world using simple language, recognizable settings, and vibrant art. Read them all with your baby scientist! This board book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children in preK. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.Baby Astronaut explores the stars and planets in space. She wears her space suit and helmet and rides in a space craft. Can ants live in space? Can plants grow in space?Find out with Baby Astronaut!Don’t miss the other books in this series, including Baby Oceanographer!
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  • Baby Oceanographer

    Dr. Laura Gehl, Daniel Wiseman

    Board book (HarperFestival, April 30, 2019)
    “A cute infant-scientist offering…tuned to its audience.” —KirkusBaby Scientist is an adorable board book series that brings fun, accessible science concepts to baby’s world using simple language, recognizable settings, and vibrant art. Read them all with your baby scientist! This board book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children in preK. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.Baby Oceanographer explores the oceans. With his snorkel and mask, he looks at the animals and plants under the sea.What creatures are found deep down?Are waves in the ocean like waves in the bathtub? Find out with Baby Oceanographer!Don’t miss the other books in this series, including Baby Astronaut!
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  • Be a Zoologist

    Blair Belton

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Aug. 1, 2014)
    People pursuing careers in zoology usually focus on certain groups of animals. Herpetologists study reptiles and amphibians, and entomologists are experts on insects. They don't just work at zoos, either. They're teachers, writers, researchers, and more. Some zoologists work in labs and classrooms, while others travel the oceans and trek over mountains. A deep interest in animals and understanding of biology is needed to succeed in this high-interest career. Animal lovers will enjoy learning about different kinds of animals as well as considering the many facets of this profession.
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  • Little Zoologist

    Dan Taylor

    Board book (Running Press Kids, May 4, 2021)
    Teach your baby all about being a zoologist with this new board book published in partnership with Smithsonian.Scales. Notebooks. Habitats. Microscopes. Zoologists do a lot more than just feed and take care of animals and now young babies and toddlers will be able to learn all about what it means to be a zoologist and what tools they use as part of their job in this exciting and fun book in a new board book series published in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institute.
  • Be a Marine Biologist

    Zelda Salt

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2019)
    NASA calls the ocean the "great unknown," because we know more about the surface of the moon than the bottom of the ocean. Marine biologists study marine life by swimming with sharks or learning about life processes by studying plants that grow with almost no sunlight, making them some of Earth's greatest adventurers. With explanations about how one becomes a marine biologist and the many different paths their careers might take, this book is perfect for readers who are adventurers, animal lovers, swimmers, or simply curious about what's under the water that covers 70 percent of Earth.
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  • Be a Paleontologist

    Lori Dowell

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Without paleontologists, we'd know very little about dinosaurs and other prehistoric forms of life. These scientists painstakingly locate fossils, remove them from the earth, and study them to find out what they can reveal about life long ago. This fascinating book examines different specialties some paleontologists choose to pursue as well as the skills and interests those interested in this science career should have. Readers will also enjoy learning about some of the most important discoveries paleontologists have unearthed.
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  • Be a Meteorologist

    Kristen Rajczak

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Meteorology is a science that deals with the always changing, always fascinating atmosphere of Earth. Meteorologists don't just deal with rain, wind, and snow; they're also on the lookout for life-altering events such as hurricanes and tornadoes. This accessible book explains the career options of a meteorologist, including television and NASA. It also delves into the past history of meteorology as well as the modern technology that meteorologists now have to aid them.
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  • Be a Geologist

    Ryan Nagelhout

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Aug. 1, 2014)
    While some scientists look to the stars, others look at the ground. Geologists are scientists who study the rocks under our feet, the soil in our gardens, and the many processes that make Earth continuously shape and reshape itself, such as weathering and erosion. This appealing book focuses on the different kinds of geologists and the significant work they do. It also describes the rock cycle, plate tectonics, and some other important earth-science concepts that will inspire readers to consider a career in geology.
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  • Be an Astronomer

    Nicole Shea

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Stargazing may not just be a hobby. For some, it's a clue they should pursue a career in astronomy. In this intriguing book, readers will learn what it takes to become an astronomer and about several puzzles of the universe past astronomers have unlocked. Some topics include how we know a black hole is there if we can't see it, the way a star works and what happens when it dies, and the discovery that most stars we see are actually pairs of stars. Enthralling photographs serve as reminders of the beauty and vastness of the universe.
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  • Be a Marine Biologist

    Zelda Salt

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 15, 2019)
    NASA calls the ocean the "great unknown," because we know more about the surface of the moon than the bottom of the ocean. Marine biologists study marine life by swimming with sharks or learning about life processes by studying plants that grow with almost no sunlight, making them some of Earth's greatest adventurers. With explanations about how one becomes a marine biologist and the many different paths their careers might take, this book is perfect for readers who are adventurers, animal lovers, swimmers, or simply curious about what's under the water that covers 70 percent of Earth.
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