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  • Earth's Resources

    Alfred J Smuskiewicz

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 1, 2007)
    Gareth Stevens Vital Science books are designed to help prepare students for NCLB science testing by reinforcing key concepts across the science curriculum. The six volumes in Earth Science use clear language and a variety of photographs, illustrations, and diagrams to help students understand the properties of rocks, soils, water, gases, and fossils. Weather, biomes and ecosystems, and earth's core and crust are also covered, making this a comprehensive and indispensable resource. Each book in the series features: - Concepts that support National Science Education Standards (NSES) and state standards- Text developed in consultation with a science curriculum expert- Clear explanations of key scientific concepts- Diagrams, maps, and other illustrations that enhance understanding- A glossary of key terms
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  • The Science of Weather

    Janice Parker

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 1, 2001)
    Living Science is a dynamic series designed to introduce the basic concepts of science to young readers. Through a combination of information, investigation, and full-color photography, readers are invited to explore the fascinating world around them.Did you know that tornado winds can travel at more than 300 miles (480 kilometers) per hour? That satellites predict tomorrow's weather? The Science of Weather takes an up-close, exciting look at both the pleasant and disastrous effects of weather and the incredible influence weather has on people's lives.
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  • The Science of Animals

    Lauri Seidlitz

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, )
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  • History of Science

    Philip Steele

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 1, 2007)
    Gareth Stevens Vital Science books are designed to help prepare students for NCLB science testing by reinforcing key concepts across the science curriculum. The eight volumes in Physical Science use clear language and a variety of photographs and diagrams to increase students' understanding of forces and motion; light, heat, electricity, magnetism and sound; and the properties of objects they encounter in their daily lives. Two volumes discuss the history of science and the role of science in society.Features and benefits: - Concepts that support National Science Education Standards (NSES) and state standards: - Physical Science- Science in Personal and Social Perspectives- History and Nature of Science- Text developed in consultation with a science curriculum expert- Clear explanations of key scientific concepts- Full-color photographs, diagrams, and other illustrations that enhance understanding- Focus boxes that supplement the text- A glossary of key terms
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  • Rocks and Fossils

    Richard Hantula

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, Jan. 12, 2007)
    Describes the different kinds of rocks and minerals found on Earth, explains how they can change over time, and discusses how fossils are formed and studied.
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  • Properties of Water

    Alfred J. Smuskiewicz

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, Jan. 12, 2007)
    Discusses the properties of water, explains its importance to life on Earth and Earth's climate, and describes the places and forms in which water is found on Earth and in the solar system.
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  • Air and Weather

    Barbara Davis

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, Jan. 12, 2007)
    Introduces the layers of the Earth's atmosphere and discusses weather patterns, clouds and precipitation, and the effects of global warming on the climate.
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  • Rocks and Fossils

    Richard Hantula

    Library Binding
    Gareth Stevens Vital Science books are designed to help prepare students for NCLB science testing by reinforcing key concepts across the science curriculum. The six volumes in Earth Science use clear language and a variety of photographs, illustrations, and diagrams to help students understand the properties of rocks, soils, water, gases, and fossils. Weather, biomes and ecosystems, and earth's core and crust are also covered, making this a comprehensive and indispensable resource. Each book in the series features: - Concepts that support National Science Education Standards (NSES) and state standards- Text developed in consultation with a science curriculum expert- Clear explanations of key scientific concepts- Diagrams, maps, and other illustrations that enhance understanding- A glossary of key terms

  • Earth's Core and Crust

    Barbara J. Davis

    Library Binding
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  • Be a Demolition Engineer

    David Dreier, Thomas J Doud, Kirk A Janowiak

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Publishing, Jan. 1, 2008)
    - Topics correlate to NSES science curriculum standards- Fun activities build interest in--and comprehension of--key science concepts- Series developed in consultation with a science curriculum consultant- Tips for science success- Charts, tables, and scientific diagrams for students to solve real-world problems- Full-color photographs pull readers into the action- Glossary to help build science vocabulary
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  • Biomes and Ecosystems

    Barbara J. Davis

    Library Binding
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  • Earth's Core and Crust

    Barbara J. Davis

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Secondary Lib, Jan. 12, 2007)
    Discusses the properties of the Earth's layers, explains how plate techtonics help to form the planets geographic features, and describes how earthquakes and volcanoes occur.
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