Outdoor Science Lab

Many insects may be tiny, but the list of things to know about them is huge! Readers get an up-close look at these cool creatures and will learn how their bodies are built, how some of them fly, and the unique ways they hear, taste, and smell. Informative activities offer a fun way for young scientists to get a hands-on look at insects. Step-by-step instructions and accessible text ensure that the activities are easy to follow along with, while colorful photographs capture the attention of developing readers.

Butterflies and moths are fascinating creatures. There's so much to know about them and this informative volume has it all. Readers will get a close-up look at butterfly wings and learn how they fly. They'll survey what butterflies and moths eat and study their life cycles. Step-by-step instructions guide budding scientists through exciting activities that support key lessons from elementary science curricula. Eye-popping photographs are paired with engaging text, encouraging a deeper understanding of the lessons.

There's more to soil than just dirt! With the help of this exciting volume, readers will see what's lurking in the soil, including microscopic organisms, worms, and snails. Educational activities encourage readers to get their hands dirty and see what soil is all about. Step-by-step instructions and accessible text ensure readers of many levels can complete these activities, which support and reinforce key elementary science curricula. Colorful images hold readers' attention and encourage a deeper understanding of the content.

There's so much to love about flowers, but readers of this captivating volume will learn about more than just garden flowers and wildflowers. They'll also learn about other flowering plants, such as herbs, grains, and vegetables. Age-appropriate text correlates closely with eye-catching photographs, allowing for readers of many ages and levels to follow along. Exciting activities encourage readers to get outside and get some hands-on experience. Step-by-step instructions make each activity easy to understand and fun to complete.