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The Science of the Lungs and Respiratory System
by Louise Spilsbury
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How does oxygen reach our cells? What does our body do with the carbon dioxide it produces? Each breath we take demonstrates the marvel of the human lungs and respiratory system. This accessible book gives inquisitive readers an inside look at this essential bodily function. Engaging graphics and concise language create a reader-friendly experience that will attract even those who are reluctant to study science materials. Fun, easy-to-follow flowcharts summarize key concepts at the end of each chapter, ensuring that readers are able to visualize and retain essential information. This unique, visually rich approach to learning will make this book stand out in any library.
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The Science of Grasslands
by Louise Spilsbury
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There's much more to grasslands than grass. This fascinating book introduces readers to the intriguing plant and animal life that call grasslands home. They'll learn about the weird adaptations of the baobab tree, clever animal camouflage, and the many other plants and animals of grasslands that rely on each other for their very survival. Accessible flowcharts further explain essential and surprising concepts such as why wildfires can actually be helpful for grasslands. This visually appealing book and its vivid photographs offer the most important information about this vital ecosystem in connection with the elementary science curriculum.
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The Science of Light
by Mary Colson
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Light is an amazing thing. It allows us to see, sure, but how is it made? This book takes a look at the science behind the creation, travel, and appearance of light. From how fast light travels to the materials that create it, the science behind illumination is fascinating and essential to understanding human life. Informative flowcharts bring the context to life with bright photographs and fact boxes explaining how the human eye sees and reacts to light and how some animals can even see in the dark!
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The Science of Forces
by Mary Colson
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Forces move everything around us. That may sound scary and complicated, but this book shows readers that forces like friction and other laws of motion can be fascinating and fun! Innovative flowcharts bring these abstract concepts to life via brilliant photographs matched with fact boxes showing readers how the moon impacts tides on Earth, and how magnetic forces act on matter throughout the universe. From the tectonic plates that move Earth's crust to the forces rockets must overcome to leave Earth's atmosphere and reach outer space, there are plenty of fantastic forces to explore in this informative book.
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The Science of Deserts
by Louise Spilsbury
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There are many kinds of deserts, and not all are hot and sandy. In fact, there's a desert in Antarctica! This eye-opening book takes readers into various deserts around the world where they'll learn about the incredible adaptations that make desert life possible. They'll also discover much about desert food webs and the interactions that plants and animals depend on to survive in this ecosystem. Flowcharts help crystalize new concepts, such as how carrion beetles are the cleaning machines of the desert. There's plenty of similar lively facts and vivid photographs of wildlife in action to keep readers captivated by this fascinating habitat.
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The Water Cycle
by Richard Spilsbury
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There is only a certain amount of water on Earth at all times, and it's the same water that's been on Earth for millions of years. That's because of the water cycle. This book explains the major parts of the water cycle, including precipitation and how water is stored on Earth, through both clear, concise main text and colorful, helpful flow charts. Including key subjects to supplement the Earth science curriculum, the main text covers water power, the importance of water to life, and how water is recycled today.
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Weather and Seasons
by Richard Spilsbury
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The "greenhouse effect" is a buzz-worthy phrase today, but how it works is often misunderstood. A flowchart is the perfect way to clear the air of how the greenhouse effect keeps Earth warm, sometimes too warm! In this book, readers can find out all about Earth's atmosphere, the seasons, winds, and even extreme weather through engaging chapters on these important Earth science topics. Each colorful flowchart improves readers' understanding, particularly those who learn best using visual aids. Full-color photographs add even more interest as they correlate to the curriculum-supporting main text.
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The Science of Oceans
by Louise Spilsbury
5
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Let's dive into the abyss of our planet's least explored ecosystems, we're headed into the oceans! With this appealing book, packed with remarkable images, future marine biologists will learn about the countless organisms that depend on each other in Earth's oceans as well as the extraordinary environments in which they live. Comprehensible flowcharts underline the importance of ocean organisms, such as the algae that provide most of the oxygen we breathe, as well as remarkable marine adaptations, such as echolocation. Motivated readers will also discover why our oceans need to be protected into the future.
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Landforms
by Richard Spilsbury
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Can land form where there wasn't any before? What about valleys and canyons? Through accessible language and colorful, fun flowcharts, readers learn the answers to these questions and more in this book. From how the continents arrived where they are today to how volcanoes form islands, the main text is full of incredible, and Earth science curriculum-supporting, knowledge for curious readers to discover. Full-color photographs accompany the text to take readers to the tops of mountains, the ocean coast, and deep into the Grand Canyon.
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The Science of Mountains
by Louise Spilsbury
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For all those young scientists who aren't mountain climbers, this lively look at high-altitude ecosystems takes us to the highest peaks to learn about the amazing interactions between plants and animals of the mountains. From high-flying bees that pollinate the flowers to lumbering bears who spread seeds for plant growth, mountain organisms need each other in a multitude of ways. Flowcharts throughout this brightly designed book elucidate important concepts such as mountain food chains and the effects of climate change on mountain ecosystems.
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Pollution
by Richard Spilsbury
5
(1)
One of the ways disease spreads in developing countries is through polluted water. This topic is a serious one for young readers to understand. In this book, the issues of pollution are explained in age-appropriate detail, complete with full-color photographs of air, land, and water pollution. In addition, each engaging topic concludes with a helpful flowchart to review how acid rain works, how bacteria enter drinking water, and the ways algal blooms form. This volume is a great resource for both science and social studies students learning to understand the importance of conservation and respect for the world around us.
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The Science of Wetlands
by Louise Spilsbury
5
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Wetlands are complex ecosystems necessary for the health of our planet. In recent years, governments and environmental organizations have worked to protect these habitats and the organisms that can only thrive within their unique ecosystems. This enlightening volume takes readers into marshy wetlands, introducing them to high-interest animals and plants such as hulking hippos and the carnivorous Venus flytrap. Each stimulating chapter contains a flowchart that highlights key earth science concepts, including life cycles and food chains. Breathtaking photographs of wildlife and an accessible narrative make this book a memorable journey into a critical ecosystem.
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The Science of Rain Forests
by Louise Spilsbury
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It's time to go deep, deep into the jungle, and no raincoat is needed! This motivating volume provides all the facts that rain forest explorers need, including comprehensive explanations about the interconnectedness of this habitat's high-interest plants and animals. Colorful flowcharts will aid in retention of such important concepts as a rain forest's distinctive water cycle and its many food chains. Vibrant photographs pop off the page, while the accessible STEM-related text will inspire budding environmental scientists.
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The Science of the Heart and Circulatory System
by Louise Spilsbury
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What makes our hearts pump? How does blood circulate throughout our bodies? Curious readers will love this innovative look at the human heart and circulatory system. Clean, simple flowcharts located at the end of each chapter break down complex processes into bite-sized information. This allows readers to visualize and retain essential curriculum materials while having fun. Colorful graphics and clear language further ensure the accessibility of this important information. Even readers who are reluctant to study science will be eager to explore this unique, visually rich book. All libraries will have a place for this engaging look at the human heart and circulatory system.
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The Science of the Senses
by Louise Spilsbury
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Taste, touch, sight, hearing, and smell: these five senses help us navigate the world, process information about our surroundings, and stimulate responses in our bodies. Readers will learn the science behind our amazing senses in this innovative book. Each chapter recaps essential information through clean, simple flowcharts. This helps readers visualize and retain crucial material while having fun. Even readers who are reluctant to engage with science curriculum will gravitate to this accessible and intriguing look at the human senses. Colorful graphics, clear language, and a unique format ensure this book will be popular in any library.
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The Rock Cycle
by Richard Spilsbury
5
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Within the rock cycle, there are so many other processes! Weather, erosion, and the creation of metamorphic, igneous, and sedimentary rock are all part of the greater process scientists call the rock cycle. In this colorful and engaging volume, readers read about each process in accessible language and then review it in an easy-to-follow flowchart. Full of Earth science content that supports classroom learning, the main content guides readers through important subject areas including what rock is made of, how minerals are used, and metal mining. Full-color photographs correlate to and complement each chapter.
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The Science of Heat
by Angela Royston
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Heat can do some amazing things, like turn solids into liquids and liquids into gases. But how do these changes happen? This book helps readers understand how heat changes matter, what causes things to burn, and how these changes impact a vast number of objects in our world. Flowcharts filled with vivid photographs and interesting fact boxes visually bring to life the concepts of heat and the changing states of matter, turning readers into eager scientists!
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The Science of the Skeleton and Muscles
by Louise Spilsbury
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Skeletons are more than classic Halloween décor – they're intricate structures inside every human being! In this innovative book, readers will learn how bones and muscles work together to support the human body and enable its many movements. Fun graphics and easy-to-comprehend language makes this important topic accessible to all readers. Concise flowcharts emphasize key concepts at the end of each chapter, helping readers visualize and retain essential science curriculum material. Even readers who are reluctant to engage with science will enjoy this unique, visually based approach to learning. Any library will have a home for this reader-friendly look at the human skeleton and muscles.
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The Science of the Digestive System
by Louise Spilsbury
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Every munch and crunch of our lunch makes its way through our digestive systems! How does our body break down food into energy? This innovative book gives readers an inside look at this essential bodily process. Flowcharts reiterate key concepts at the end of each chapter, allowing readers to visualize and retain complex information in a fun way. Colorful graphics and easy-to-understand language ensure this book is both fun and accessible. Even readers who are reluctant to study science will enjoy this visually rich, playful exploration of the human digestive system. This unique approach to science curriculum materials is sure to make this book a favorite in any library.
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The Science of the Brain
by Louise Spilsbury
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The human mind is more complex and powerful than any technology humanity has ever created. How much do we really know about these incredible organic computers that power our bodies? This engaging book explores the human brain using clean, simple flowcharts to break down difficult concepts into accessible chunks. Each chapter condenses key concepts into flowcharts to help readers retain essential information. Curious readers will love learning about this high-interest topic through fun graphics and clear, easy-to-understand language. This innovative format makes important science curriculum material fun and easy to absorb, making this book an invaluable addition to any library.
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