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  • ABCs of Biology

    Chris Ferrie, Cara Florance

    Board book (Sourcebooks Explore, June 5, 2018)
    Fans of Chris Ferrie's ABCs of Science, ABCs of Space, and Rocket Science for Babies will love this introduction to biology for babies and toddlers!This alphabetical installment of the Baby University baby board book series is the perfect introduction to science for infants and toddlers. It makes a wonderful science baby gift for even the youngest biologist. Give the gift of learning to your little one at birthdays, baby showers, holidays, and beyond!A is for AnatomyB is for BacteriaC is for CellFrom anatomy to zoology, the ABCs of Biology is a colorfully simple introduction to STEM for babies and toddlers to a new biology concept for every letter of the alphabet. Written by two experts, each page in this biology primer features multiple levels of text so the book grows along with your little biologist.If you're looking for the perfect science toys for babies, STEAM books for teachers, or a wonderful baby board book to add to a special baby gift basket, look no further! ABCs of Biology offers fun early learning for your little scientist!
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  • Cell Biology For Babies

    Dr. Haitham Ahmed

    Board book (Haitham Ahmed Publishing, Jan. 1, 2019)
    Written by a doctor, Cell Biology for Babies is the perfect introduction to the wonders of the human body. This interactive picture book will teach your little one about the cell, the basic building block of life. Be amazed at how much your budding genius (and you) can learn about cell biology!
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  • Happy in Our Skin

    Fran Manushkin, Lauren Tobia

    Hardcover (Candlewick, Aug. 25, 2015)
    Is there anything more splendid than a baby’s skin? For families of all stripes comes a sweet celebration of what makes us unique—and what holds us together.Look at you! You look so cutein your brand-new birthday suit. Just savor these bouquets of babies—cocoa-brown, cinnamon, peaches and cream. As they grow, their clever skin does too, enjoying hugs and tickles, protecting them inside and out, and making them one of a kind. Fran Manushkin’s rollicking text and Lauren Tobia’s delicious illustrations paint a breezy and irresistible picture of the human family—and how wonderful it is to be just who you are.
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  • Do Not Lick This Book

    Idan Ben-Barak, Julian Frost

    Hardcover (Roaring Brook Press, June 5, 2018)
    In this interactive children’s picture book, microbiologist Idan Ben-Barak and award-winning illustrator Julian Frost zoom in on the microscopic world found on everyday objects―and in our bodies―warning readers Do Not Lick This Book.Min is a microbe. She is small.Very small.In fact, so small that you’d need to look through a microscope to see her. Or you can simply open this book and take Min on an adventure to amazing places she’s never seen before―like the icy glaciers of your tooth or the twisted, tangled jungle of your shirt.
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  • The Human Body

    Joanna Cole, Bruce Degen

    Library Binding (Turtleback, June 24, 2014)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. This is a photographic nonfiction companion book to the original bestselling title, The Magic School Bus: Inside the Human Body, which taught thousands of kids about the incredible systems that work together to make the human body function. The Human Body will expand upon the original title with fresh, updated Common Core-aligned content about our amazing bodies. With vivid full-color photographs on each page and illustrations of the beloved Ms. Frizzle and her students, the Magic School Bus Presents series will enthrall a whole new generation of Magic School Bus readers.
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  • On The Origin of Species

    Sabina Radeva

    Hardcover (Puffin, Feb. 7, 2019)
    The first ever picture-book retelling of Charles Darwin's On The Origin of Species; this accessible work brings evolution to the younger generation through stylish illustrations and a simple, easy-to-understand text.On The Origin of Species has been the definitive explanation of the theory of evolution since it was first published in 1859. Now molecular biologist and illustrator Sabina Radeva unites her two passions to create a 48-page retelling of this seminal text.Pulling together Darwin's observations from his travels around the world and his groundbreaking - and controversial - explanation of how species form, develop and change over hundreds of thousands of years, On The Origin of Species is as relevant and important now as it ever was.
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  • Are All Bacteria Dangerous? Biology Book for Kids | Children's Biology Books

    Baby Professor

    Paperback (Baby Professor, March 15, 2017)
    If you're child is into science, or you would like him/her to be, then this biology book is a must-have! Bacteria is always all around us but that doesn't mean we should be perpetually afraid of them. Lack of knowledge on the subject will make you fear too much. That is why it is important to encourage your child to pick up the habit of reading.
  • Evolution for Babies

    Chris Ferrie, Cara Florance

    Board book (Sourcebooks Explore, June 5, 2018)
    Help your future genius become the smartest baby in the room by introducing them to the Theory of Evolution with the next installment of the Baby University board book series!Written by an expert, Evolution for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to evolutionary biology. Babies (and grownups!) will learn how organisms mutate, evolve, and survive. Co-written by Cara Florance, who has a PhD in Biochemistry and a BS in Chemistry with work experience in astrobiololgy and radiation decontamination. With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will love, this installment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to even the youngest scientists. After all, it's never too early to become a scientist!Baby University: It only takes a small spark to ignite a child's mind.Also in the Baby University Series:Quantum Physics for BabiesOrganic Chemistry for BabiesABCs of Science
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  • The Story of Life: A First Book about Evolution

    Catherine Barr, Steve Williams, Amy Husband

    Hardcover (Frances Lincoln Children's Books, March 15, 2015)
    This wonderful book introduces children to the story of life and how it all began. Using bitesize text and beautifully bright illustrations this is the perfect book for budding scientists and those eager to learn more about our amazing planet. Are you ready for an exciting and dramatic story about how life began and developed on Planet Earth? Packed full of fascinating facts and funny illustrations, this is the perfect introduction to life on earth for even the youngest of readers. At first, nothing lived on Earth. It was a noisy, hot, scary place. Choking gas exploded from volcanoes and oceans of lava bubbled around the globe...Then in the deep, dark ocean, something amazing happened. Find out how the first living cell was created, and how the cells multiply and create jellyfish and worms, and then fish with bendy necks, which drag themselves out of the water into swampy forests. Discover the story of the biggest creatures that have ever walked on land – the dinosaurs. Long after that, hairy creatures who have babies, not eggs, take over, stand on two legs and spread around the world, some of them living through cataclysmic events such as ice ages and volcanic eruptions. Everyone living today is related to these survivors- including you! This is the perfect first book about evolution for young readers.
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  • Baby Medical School: Vaccines

    Cara Florance, Jon Florance

    Board book (Sourcebooks Explore, April 7, 2020)
    The bestselling scientific series that brought you ABCs of Biology, ABCs of Space, Organic Chemistry for Babies, and other Baby University books is expanding!Empower children with this educational vaccine book for kids so they can visit the doctor with courage and curiosity!Inside your body, you have a lot of little helpers that work together to keep you healthy. Vaccines are super helpers that make your immune system even stronger! But how? And with what? This baby biology book, written by experts Cara and Jon Florance, uses whimsical artwork and humorous text to create a love for science the next generation of geniuses will carry for a lifetime!Vaccines is a wonderful book for nurses to read and makes a fantastic addition to other special gifts for your little one, such as science toys for toddlers, biology gifts, and doctor kits for toddlers. Gift the opportunity for your little one to learn with this doctor book for kids and help educate them about how vaccines work!
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  • From Caterpillar to Butterfly

    Deborah Heiligman, Bari Weissman

    Paperback (HarperCollins, Aug. 4, 2015)
    After a caterpillar comes to school in a jar, the children are captivated as it eats, grows, and eventually becomes a beautiful Painted Lady butterfly. This title features colorful illustrations from veteran illustrator Bari Weissman and lively text from National Book Award finalist and Michael L. Printz Honor winner Deborah Heiligman. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. It’s a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.Now rebranded with a new cover look, this NSTA/CBC Outstanding Science Trade Book includes web research prompts and an activity encouraging kids to identify the different types of butterflies all around them. Both text and artwork were vetted for accuracy by Dr. Louis Sorkin, Senior Scientific Assistant at the American Museum of Natural History.This is a Level 1 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores introductory concepts for children in the primary grades and supports the Common Core Learning Standards and Next Generation Science Standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.
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  • There's Something in the Water! - Marine Biology for Kids | Children's Biology Books

    Baby Professor

    Paperback (Baby Professor, April 15, 2017)
    Did you know that only a small percentage of our oceans have been explored? This means that there could be interesting life forms in the ocean floor. While this book will not be diving deep into the waters, it will provide information on the marine life already known to man. This book will create a solid foundation for further explorations. Grab a copy of this book today!
  • The Human Body: The Facts Book for Future Doctors - Biology Books for Kids | Children's Biology Books

    Baby Professor

    Paperback (Baby Professor, May 15, 2017)
    It’s never too early to learn about the body! This biology book will educate your little learner on the human body - and not just the physical body parts at that! Don't stop at head, knees, arms and toes. Teach your children about the littlest parts of the body too. Go ahead and secure a copy of this biology book today!
  • Baby Medical School: Bacteria and Antibiotics

    Cara Florance, Jon Florance

    Board book (Sourcebooks Explore, April 7, 2020)
    The worldwide bestselling Baby University book series that brought you ABCs of Science, Robotics for Babies, and Organic Chemistry for Babies is expanding!Empower children with this educational baby book so they can understand their bodies with courage and curiosity!Bacteria are very small living things.Some bacteria are good and some bacteria are bad.Luckily, we have a family of medicine called Antibiotics that can get rid of bad bacteria.Turn getting sick from something scary into an engaging learning experience! In this installment of the new Baby Medical School series, Cara and Jon Florance break down how and why we get sick with the help of merry microbes and big-eyed bacteria. The whimsical artwork and humorous text is perfect for enlightening the next generation of geniuses and creating a love for medical science they will carry for a lifetime!Bacteria and Antibiotics is a fantastic book for nurses to read and makes a wonderful addition to other special gifts for your little one, such as science toys for toddlers, baby anatomy books, and educational baby toys. Give the gift of learning to your little one with this educational baby book and help them understand their bodies!
  • Grandmother Fish: A Child's First Book of Evolution

    Jonathan Tweet, Karen Lewis

    Hardcover (Feiwel & Friends, Sept. 6, 2016)
    Where did we come from? It's a simple question, but not so simple an answer to explain―especially to young children. Charles Darwin's theory of common descent no longer needs to be a scientific mystery to inquisitive young readers. Meet Grandmother Fish.Told in an engaging call and response text where a child can wiggle like a fish or hoot like an ape and brought to life by vibrant artwork, Grandmother Fish takes children and adults through the history of life on our planet and explains how we are all connected.The book also includes comprehensive backmatter, including:- An elaborate illustration of the evolutionary tree of life- Helpful science notes for parents- How to explain natural selection to a child
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  • A Tour of Your Circulatory System

    Karen Ballen, Chris Jones, Marjorie J. Hogan MD

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2012)
    In graphic novel format, follow Ruby the red blood cell as she travels through and explains the workings of the human circulatory system.
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  • Human Body Activity Book for Kids: Hands-On Fun for Grades K-3

    Ph.D., Katie Stokes, M.Ed.,

    Paperback (Rockridge Press, March 26, 2019)
    30+ Fun ways for kids ages 4-8 to learn all about their bodiesFrom eyes and ears to skin and bones, there’s a lot to discover about the human body for kids! Find out how fun and easy it can be with help from the exciting activities inside The Human Body Activity Book for Kids. From crosswords to mazes and more, this activity book on the human body for kids is bursting with all kinds of play that gets young learners interested in what makes them tick. Featuring tons of cool facts and colorful drawings, this in-depth exploration of the human body for kids will help them develop a lifelong love of science and get a head start on schooling.This awesome guide to the human body for kids includes:The human body for kids―Make it simple for kids to see what they’re made of with informative, illustrated chapters broken down by system.Lots of ways to play―Keep lessons engaging with everything from connect-the-dots and crosswords to real-life experiments. Tons of fun facts―Did you know hair grows slower at night and that you’re taller in the morning than the evening? Make kids want to learn more with neat trivia.Teach children the joy of learning by doing―with a collection of activities all about the human body for kids.
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  • Small Wonders: Jean-Henri Fabre and His World of Insects

    Matthew Clark Smith, Giuliano Ferri

    Hardcover (Two Lions, May 12, 2015)
    A moth with a sixth sense. A wasp that hunts beetles nearly twice its size. The lives of fascinating creatures such as these were unknown until one man introduced them to the world.Meet Jean-Henri Fabre, one of the most important naturalists of all time. As a boy in the French countryside, Henri spent hours watching insects. He dreamed of observing them in a new way: in their own habitats. What he discovered in pursuing that dream was shocking; these small, seemingly insignificant creatures led secret lives—lives of great drama!With its lively, lyrical text and richly detailed illustrations, this intriguing picture-book biography introduces the man who would forever change the way we look at insects, bringing to life the fascinating world of dazzling beetles, ferocious wasps, and other amazing small wonders that exist all around us.
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  • A Germ's Journey

    Thom Rooke M.D., Anthony Philip Trimmer

    Paperback (Picture Window Books, Feb. 1, 2011)
    Where did your cold germ come from? And ACHOO! Where is it going next? A germ's journey is filled with snuffles, sniffles, and sneezes. Pack your bags, and get ready to follow it! This is a perfect book for explaining the immune system to children at home or at school.
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  • My First Human Body Book

    Patricia J. Wynne, Donald M. Silver

    Paperback (Dover Publications, Jan. 19, 2009)
    It's easy to learn about your body! This cool coloring book includes 28 drawings that explore muscles, bones, lungs, and more. You can read how your voice box works, how your tongue tastes food, how your DNA is different from your family and friends, and more.
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  • Enjoy Your Cells

    Fran Balkwill, Mic Rolph

    Hardcover (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press, Oct. 25, 2001)
    Enjoy Your Cells is a new series of children's books from the acclaimed creative partnership of scientist/author Fran Balkwill and illustrator Mic Rolph. Once again, they use their unique brand of simple but scientifically accurate commentary and exuberantly colorful graphics to take young readers on an entertaining exploration of the amazing, hidden world of cells, proteins, and DNA. It's over ten years since Fran and Mic invented a new way of getting science across to children. Think what extraordinary advances have been made in biology in that timeand how often those discoveries made headlines. Stem cells, cloning, embryo transfer, emerging infections, vaccine developmentELhere in these books are the basic facts behind the public debates. With these books, children will learn to enjoy their cells and current affairs at the same time. And they're getting information that has been written and reviewed by working scientists, so it's completely correct and up-to-date. Readers aged 7 and up will appreciate the stories' lively language and with help, even younger children will enjoy and learn from the jokes and illustrationsno expert required! This series is a must for all elementary school students and those who care about educating them to be well-informed in a world of increasingly complex health-related and environmental issues.
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  • Biology, Pre-Level 1

    Rebecca W. Keller, Janet Moneymaker, Rebecca Keller

    Hardcover (Gravitas Publications, Inc., Jan. 15, 2008)
    The Pre-Level I Biology Student Text presents college biology concepts to K-3 students. Students learn about taxonomy, cells, parts of the cell, plant growth, protozoa, butterflies, frogs and cycles in an ecosystem. There are ten chapters with easy-to-read text and colorful graphics. [Hardcover, full color text, 90 pages]
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