Ever wonder how a cactus survives in a desert? Want to learn what makes a camel so suited for an extremely hot and dry climate? Then come inside Desert Extremes for a fascinating look at the… More →
Earth and Space Science
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Step into the desert - a dry, dusty place with little water and vegetation. What could live in this hostile environment? Peel back the corners of the desert to discover the incredible… More →
Oceans and seas are habitats for millions of animals and plants. Life on land depends on the oceans. Sea creatures provide food for billions of people around the world. The waters of the… More →
Diamonds, rubies, sapphires, pearls, and opals are among the most precious stones found under the earth. Whether ornamenting royal scepters or equipping modern medical technology, this new… More →
Different Kinds of Soil will help children understand the composition of soil, its layers, and what organic and inorganic matter is found in soil. Comparisons of soil particles help describe… More →
This intriguing new title invites students to walk with the dinosaurs, learning about what they looked like, what they ate, and how they lived. From fossilized teeth to ancient footprints,… More →
Two timely new titles on disasters in 2017 have been added to the Disaster Alert! series about hurricanes Harvey, Irma, Maria, and Nate, and the devastating wildfires in California and… More →
The Space Race was an unofficial competition for spaceflight dominance between Cold War rivals the United States and the Soviet Union. This interesting title sets the scene for lunar and… More →
Long periods of sweltering weather can scorch crops, cause widespread famine, and kill animals and people. Governments around the world are continuously developing plans to conserve… More →