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Books in Discovering Science Series series

  • Discover Science: Weather

    Caroline Harris

    Paperback (Kingfisher, March 14, 2017)
    One of the most easily observed yet difficult topics to explain to children is weather. Discover Science: Weather by Caroline Harris introduces young readers to the atmospheric world around them, from sun and wind to climate and temperature. Readers can look at snowflakes in amazing detail, discover the water cycle, learn how rain forms in clouds, explore renewable energy, and take a first look at the devastating effects of pollution and extreme weather. With key vocabulary defined in the glossary, and hands-on projects at the end, this is the perfect introduction to this core science topic.Make science accessible with this essential series that will capture children’s imagination while laying the foundation for future learning. With clear, simple language and a compelling design, Discover Science gives young readers the answers to fundamental questions about animal homes, birds, light and sound, materials and more.
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  • Discover Science: Rocks and Fossils

    Chris Pellant

    Paperback (Kingfisher, Oct. 14, 2014)
    Discover Science: Rocks and Fossils by by Chris Pellant is a bright and age-appropriate introduction to the three basic forms of rock, crystals, and fossils. Filled with information about geological processes like erosion, weathering and examples of the many ways we use rock, this book is perfect for both the science classroom and budding geologists alike. The Discover Science series will capture children's imagination while laying the foundation for future learning. With age-appropriate language and an eye-catching design, this series gives young readers answers to fundamental questions about the human body, animals, planet Earth and the Solar System. At the back of each book, science experiments, colorful craft activities and notes for parents and teachers will help every reader get creative as they learn.
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  • Discover Science: Maps and Mapping

    Deborah Chancellor

    Paperback (Kingfisher, Nov. 22, 2011)
    Discover Science: Maps and Mapping by Deborah ChancellorMake science accessible with this essential series that will capture children's imagination while laying the foundation for future learning. With age-appropriate language and an eye-catching design, Discover Science gives young readers the answers to fundamental questions about the human body, animals, planet Earth and the Solar System.
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  • When Was God Born?

    Phillip W. Rodgers

    Hardcover (Bees With Flashlights, LLC, Aug. 26, 2008)
    Full of bright illustrations and rhyming text, this sequel to How Tall Is God? and When Does God Sleep? teaches children to reflect on God's plan for each person.
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  • Grandfather's Nose: Why We Look Alike or Different

    Dorothy Hinshaw Patent, Diane Palmisciano

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, Oct. 1, 1989)
    Discusses basic genetics, explaining how the combination of genes passed on from our parents makes each of us a unique individual
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  • Discover Science: Planet Earth, Packaging may vary

    Deborah Chancellor

    Paperback (Kingfisher, Sept. 9, 2014)
    Discover Science: Planet Earth by Deborah Chancellor is an accessible introduction to the beauty and functionality of Earth is filled with popular content-area topics like biomes, life on Earth and weather systems. Young readers will explore our planet's coldest, hottest, driest, and wettest places, as well as commonly taught core subjects about what makes Earth unique.The Discover Science series will capture childrens imagination while laying the foundation for future learning. With age-appropriate language and an eye-catching design, this series gives young readers answers to fundamental questions about the human body, animals, planet Earth and the Solar System. At the back of each book, science experiments, colorful craft activities and notes for parents and teachers will help every reader get creative as they learn.
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  • Guglielmo Marconi and Radio

    Steve Parker

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, Sept. 1, 1994)
    Discusses the inventor's life, his early influences, his applications of theories in physics to discover radio, and his contributions to the science of communication
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  • Galileo and the Universe

    Steve Parker

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Pub, April 1, 1995)
    Discusses the life and discoveries of Galileo, the sixteenth- and seventeenth-century mathematician, physicist, and astronomer who changed the course of science
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  • Discover Science: Animal Homes

    Angela Wilkes

    Hardcover (Kingfisher, April 24, 2012)
    Discover Science: Animal Homes - by Angela Wilkes - presents the wonderful diversity of places and spaces that animals use for shelter. The eyecatching photography and age-appropriate text are a perfect introduction to the animal world. Simple handson activities are included so children can learn to construct animal habitats of their own, including a nest and even a hamster playpen!
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  • Zero: Is It Something? Is It Nothing?

    Claudia Zaslavsky, Jeni Bassett

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, April 1, 1989)
    Discusses the meaning and mathematical possibilities of the number zero
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  • Aristotle and Scientific Thought

    Steve Parker

    Hardcover (Chelsea House Pub, Nov. 1, 1994)
    Discusses the life and times of Aristotle, the ancient Greek philosopher who studied a wide range of subjects and helped shape scientifc thought
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  • Tools

    Xist Publishing

    Paperback (Xist Publishing, Feb. 10, 2015)
    Does your toddler steal your screwdrivers? These photographs of tools with simple descriptions pop from each page of this children's book. Designed with young children in mind, this book is a perfect way to introduce your toddler or preschooler to a wide range of tools. Used as a jumpstart for interaction, Discover Series Picture Books are a great way to introduce new images, words and concepts to kids.
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