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Books in Science Kids: Opposites series

  • Light or Heavy

    Aaron Carr

    Paperback (Let's Read, July 15, 2014)
    What does light feel like? What does heavy feel like? Can you feel the difference? Young readers will learn the difference between these opposite concepts in Light or Heavy, a Science Kids: Opposites book.
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  • Shapes

    Aaron Carr

    Paperback (Weigl Pub Inc, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Science Kids introduces beginning readers to the basics of science. These books cover topics such as recognizing patterns, identifying colors, and the difference between big and small. Each book features colorful photos, easy-to-read text, and an engaging activity to stimulate beginning readers and encourage scientific thinking.
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  • Science Kids Materials

    Clive Gifford

    Paperback (Kingfisher, April 15, 2008)
    What are rocks made of? Why can people see through glass? Where does plastic come from? This colorful title answers the fundamental questions about the matter and materials that make up the physical world, including metals, wood, paper, cotton, and recycled products.
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  • Maps and Mapping

    Deborah Chancellor

    Paperback (Kingfisher, Nov. 15, 2007)
    The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers! Science Kids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers are sure to love. The lively and engaging text explains the basic principles of favorite science subjects. Illustrations and stunning photography zoom in on interesting details, and fun projects encourage further learning.Travel around the world with this introduction to maps and how they work. Learn about compass points, map keys, scales, colors, and contours; discover how maps are created and used; and even make a 3-D relief map.
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  • Kingfisher Young Knowledge: Oceans and Seas

    Nicola Davies

    Paperback (Kingfisher, Nov. 15, 2007)
    The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers! Science Kids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers are sure to love. The lively and engaging text explains the basic principles of favorite science subjects. Illustrations and stunning photography zoom in on interesting details, and fun projects encourage further learning.Enter the fascinating world beneath the ocean. From rock pools and shallows to the deepest oceans, visit the extraordinary creatures and plants that live in watery habitats.
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  • Science Kids Animal Disguises

    Belinda Weber

    Paperback (Kingfisher, Nov. 15, 2007)
    The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers! ScienceKids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers aresure to love. The lively and engaging text explains the basic principles offavorite science subjects. Illustrations and stunning photography zoom inon interesting details, and fun projects encourage further learning.Investigate the exciting world of animal camouflage. Discover howcreatures blend in with their environment, mimicking leaves, stones,and flowers, playing tricks on their predators, and even changing shape.
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  • Science Kids:Weather

    Caroline Harris

    Paperback (Kingfisher, Nov. 10, 2009)
    The atmospheric world is all around us, from sun and wind to climate and temperature. Readers can embark on a journey of discovery and get answers to their fundamental questions like why the wind blows, what a rainbow is made of, and how rain forms in clouds. Fun and easy to follow projects provide plenty of learning opportunities, especially in the home.
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  • Light and Sound

    Dr. Mike Goldsmith

    Paperback (Kingfisher, March 17, 2009)
    Although they are all around us, light and sound are very difficult to explain to young children. Now readers can join an expert to uncover what light and sound are, how they are generated, and how a reader's own eyes and ears work. Simple hands-on projects round out this introduction to an essential scientific subject.
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  • Polar Lands

    Margaret Hynes

    Paperback (Kingfisher, Nov. 15, 2007)
    The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers! Science Kids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers are sure to love. The lively and engaging text explains the basic principles of favorite science subjects. Illustrations and stunning photography zoom inon interesting details, and fun projects encourage further learning.Take a journey to the coldest places on Earth. Discover the plants and animals that have adapted to survive in frigid climates, and learn about exploration, research, and protecting this remarkable environment.
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  • Science Kids Animal Homes

    Angela Wilkes

    Paperback (Kingfisher, May 16, 2007)
    Animal Homes presents the different places and spaces that animals choose to call home. Through the engaging text and pictures, children will learn to construct animal habitats of their own, including a nest and even a hamster playpen!
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  • Kingfisher Young Knowledge: Apes and Monkeys

    Barbara Taylor

    Paperback (Kingfisher, Nov. 15, 2007)
    The world of science has never been so accessible to young readers! Science Kids books offer a learning experience that kids, parents, and teachers are sure to love. The lively and engaging text explains the basic principles of favorite science subjects. Illustrations and stunning photography zoom in on interesting details, and fun projects encourage further learning.Explore the world of our closest animal relatives. Learn about the lives of these amazing creatures and the things they do, from swinging through the treetops to using tools and chattering to one another.
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  • Science Kids: Planet Earth

    Deborah Chancellor

    Paperback (Kingfisher, Sept. 30, 2008)
    There is plenty on the news about changes in Earth's climate, but there are precious few references for explaining Earth's science to the audience who needs to understand it most―today's children. In this newest addition to the critically acclaimed Science Kids series, basic facts about Earth are explained in easy-to-understand language and engaging illustrations. New vocabulary is defined on every page, and a section of great projects for hands-on learning completes this useful resource that covers environments, geological forces, weather and climate, and the incredible diversity of life on Earth.
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