Books in Let's Find Mimi series

Learn what helps a mammal survive the depths of the cold, populous oceans. Examine the adaptive features and diets of marine mammals, and explore their distinct methods of reproduction and nurturing. Learn about climate change and its risk to marine mammal and environmental preservation. Vocabulary call-outs throughout the title, along with a separate glossary after the main text, will help improve the language skills of readers, while thoughtful and comparative questions create connections between other types of animals. Stunning photography coupled with research-focused content combines for an experience that will give readers a greater understanding of our world.

Earth has been shaped by thousands of years of weathering and erosion. These forces have created amazing landforms around the world, from rock arches to deep canyons. This book introduces readers to the science behind erosion and weathering. Readers will dig deep to uncover the many forces that impact the shape of the earth, including wind, water, and living creatures. Through accessible text, conversation-starting sidebars, and eye-catching photographs, readers will gain a deep understanding of the science behind our dynamic Earth.

Written with age-appropriate, easy-to-follow language, this book is a perfect resource for young readers interested in everything to do with computers. Readers will gain insight into the history of computers, how computers work, and what components each computer tends to have. They will learn how computer technology has changed and how computers have served different needs in different times. Through engaging text that's complemented by colorful, detailed images, readers will learn about all kinds of computers and their many uses.

Though the Emancipation Proclamation is widely thought of as having brought an end to the despicable institution of slavery in the United States, the truth is a bit more complicated. The document actually freed slaves only in the lands in rebellion against the United States, so it had little immediate effect. That said, the proclamation did eventually free millions of people, enable African Americans to become Union soldiers, and make ending slavery one of the stated goals of the war. This volume explains how closely examining those sources gives us a better understanding of historical events and figures.

The rock cycle is a story millions of years in the making. From metamorphic rock to magma and igneous rock to sedimentary rock and back again, rock is constantly forming, wearing down, and forming again. With news about the environment in the forefront, an understanding of how the natural world works is more important than ever, and this book is an ideal companion to any earth science curriculum. This journey to the center of Earth and back will have kids rocking and rolling in no time.

This volume offers a concise overview thats perfect for young readers who are just learning about economics. A basic overview of supply and demand breaks down the concept with clear explanations of each aspect, using concrete examples to which readers of the focus age group can relate and understand. Vibrant illustrations help reinforce the text, and pertinent vocabulary is highlighted in bold boxes or in the glossary. Questions throughout help readers put the ideas into context. This lively text keeps readers engaged and turning the pages.

While ocean travel is not the preferred method of transportation for most people today, ships are used around the world to transport important cargo and military, among other things. Young readers will be interested to learn about the long and fascinating history of ships. This informative resource examines the different types of ships, the parts that make up a ship, the different ways in which ships can be powered, and the wide variety of cargo, people and things, that ships transport around the world every day.

Pull on each page of this brand-new format and see what pops out from the top! An exciting addition to our Let's Find Out publishing program!Large, sturdy pages, pop-out surprises, and simple, bright photographs provide a unique preschool learning experience.Each page in this exciting new format is dedicated to a different shaped object. When the side of the page is pulled, a hidden picture pops out! Then the pulled-out pages teach children everyday objects that share the same shape.Kids will want to pull the big, easy-to-grab pages over and over again.Kids can do it, and it's fun!