Browse all books

Books in Science Solves It series

  • Picky Peggy: Nutrition

    Jennifer Dussling, Lynn Adams

    Paperback (Kane Press, Aug. 1, 2006)
    When Mr. Cooper gives Peggy a new baby duck, she promises to take good care of it. But when Fluff's feathers begin to droop and his eyes are no longer bright and shiny, Peggy discovers why and learns that good nutrition is very important - for growing ducks and growing girls!
    L
  • The Rainbow Mystery: Rainbows

    Jennifer Dussling, Barry Gott

    Paperback (Kane Press, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Why do Annie and Mike see rainbows dancing on the dining room wall?
    K
  • A Real Live Pet!: Living vs. Nonliving Things

    Lydia Lukidis, Craig Cameron

    Paperback (Kane Press, Jan. 1, 2018)
    JJ’s little sister, Nala, loves her pet stick. But JJ wants a real pet for his birthday. So when he catches a frog at the pond, he’ll do anything to keep it―but will his parents let him? Kane Press’s Science Solves It! series merges fiction and science in storylines that intrigue youngsters and encourage them to observe, investigate, predict, and experiment! Young readers ages 5–8 will be inspired by the relatable characters in each story as they solve kid-sized mysteries and dilemmas. "These offerings confirm that fiction is a good vehicle for conveying science concepts to children." ―School Library Journal
    L
  • Bubble Trouble: Bubbles

    Nat Gabriel, John Nez

    Paperback (Kane Press, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Grace wants to join her big sister, Jane's, Bubble Gum Club, but she can't blow a bubble. So Grace finds a good science book and performs a few experiments involving air and bubble-making. When Jane blows up more than she can chew, Grace saves the day and finds a way into the club.
    K
  • What's That Sound?

    Mary Lawrence, Lynn Adams

    Paperback (Kane Press, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Amy and Tim go to the country for a few weeks. Dad loves the peace and quiet. But Tim is spooked because he thinks the house is full of scary noises.
    K
  • A Slimy Story: Earthworms

    Michelle Knudsen, Paige Billin-Frye

    Paperback (Kane Press, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Slimy! Yucky! Wriggly! Dan is grossed out by earthworms until one of them hitches a ride in his pocket―and creates a sensation in school!
    L
  • Slow Down, Sara!: Friction

    Laura Driscoll, Page Eastburn O'Rourke

    Paperback (Kane Press, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Sara does everything fast - too fast. She builds a soapbox derby racer in one day and it falls apart. Then Sara discovers friction and not only wins the derby but has to slow down to do it!
    L
  • The Space Rock Mystery: Rocks & Minerals

    Lydia Lukidis, Shirley Ng-Benitez

    Paperback (Kane Press, Jan. 1, 2018)
    “This rock is totally from outer space!” At least that’s what Kaleo thinks when he picks up an amazing rock on the beach. Finding out more will lead him and his sister, Leia, on an adventure they’ll never forget! Kane Press’s Science Solves It! series merges fiction and science in storylines that intrigue youngsters and encourage them to observe, investigate, predict, and experiment! Young readers ages 5–8 will be inspired by the relatable characters in each story as they solve kid-sized mysteries and dilemmas. "These offerings confirm that fiction is a good vehicle for conveying science concepts to children." ―School Library Journal
    M
  • The Case of Vampire Vivian: Bats

    Michelle Knudsen, Amy Wummer

    Paperback (Kane Press, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Watch out! The new girl in town, Vivian, wears a bat T-shirt and bat earrings. Suddenly, there are bats flying all around at night! Does she have something to do with them? Is she really…a vampire?
    L
  • The Nose Knows: Sense of Smell

    Ellen Weiss, Margeaux Lucas

    Paperback (Kane Press, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Everyone in the family has a cold - except Peter. Who will sniff out the funny smells? By default, Peter becomes the family nose - until he, too, catches a cold.
    L
  • Javier's Hummingbird: Solids/Liquids/Gases

    Laura Driscoll, Bob Ostrom

    Paperback (Kane Press, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Javier has been waiting all winter for the hummingbirds to return. But one of them arrives early, while the weather is still cold. It's up to Javier to figure out how to keep the nectar in the feeder from freezing solid!
    M
  • Clever Trevor: Levers

    Sarah Albee, Paige Billin-Frye

    Paperback (Kane Press, Aug. 1, 2006)
    Buzz and his band of bullies have taken over the playground where Trevor and his friends hang out. But Trevor learns just enough about levers to challenge Buzz to a contest - and win!
    K