Start with Science

The science of light might seem complex and intimidating for young readers, but this age-appropriate guide breaks down this essential science curriculum topic using language early learners find accessible and examples they find fun. Important terms are included in a glossary to help expand readers' vocabularies, and diagrams feature simple, informative labels to help readers visualize the concepts they're reading about. In addition, vibrant photographs fill the pages and are paired with clear and concise text. This is an illuminating reading experience that shows science can be fun!

As readers learn about the concept of temperature and explore examples of hot and cold things in the world around them, they expand their understanding of states of matter and their ability to describe and evaluate temperatures. These are essential building blocks for important science concepts, and readers are introduced to them in a fresh and fun way. The simple text is paired with colorful photographs, and simple diagrams and images with clear labels introduce readers to important terms. A detailed glossary explains unfamiliar science terms further, making this an important tool for introductory science lessons.

Readers are able to identify different materials and describe them with the help of achievable text that introduces them to this essential elementary science curriculum topic. Clear and relatable examples are included in both the main text and in the colorful photographs that fill the pages. A useful glossary is also included to define unfamiliar terms and build vocabulary skills. Simple diagrams provide visual aids, and clear labels on diagrams and photographs allow young readers to practice obtaining information from sources beyond the main text.

Kids often like to play with magnets, and after exploring this fun and fact-filled introduction to science basics, they'll understand how those magnets work! Simple, focused text presents early learners with basic information about magnets and explains terms such as attract, repel, and poles. Additional science vocabulary words are defined in the main text and in a helpful glossary. Colorful photographs depict relatable examples of science in action, and age-appropriate diagrams help visual learners. This beginner's guide to an important science curriculum topic is sure to inspire young readers to develop a sense of curiosity about the world around them.

Although the concept of forces may seem too advanced for early learners, it can really be broken down into the very simple idea of pushes and pulls. Through this age-appropriate lens, readers are introduced to the building blocks of physics. Clear and concise main text is paired with full-color photographs that provide relatable examples of science in action. Clear labels on the photographs and diagrams introduce readers to new terms and allow them to make connections between images and words. In addition, a useful glossary defines unfamiliar terms in a way that is easy for young readers to understand.

Electricity powers our homes, businesses, and even some of the cars on the roads today. How does it work? Young readers discover the answer for themselves as they explore clear and focused text that introduces them to the basics of electricity. Colorful photographs and simple diagrams add exciting and helpful visual components, and they also feature labels to increase readers' understanding of this essential early science concept. The combination of fun facts and a delightful design create a reading experience designed to spark a love of science in early learners.

Early learners are often able to describe sounds - loud and quiet, high and low. After finishing this engaging introduction to the science of sound, they'll also be able to explain where sounds come from, how they're measured, and how they reach our ears! Fun facts about sounds are presented using short, simple sentences that allow readers to independently explore this topic. Basic elementary science concepts are explained in accessible ways, and a glossary helps readers understand unfamiliar terms. Full-color photographs and diagrams with helpful labels are essential components of the eye-catching design.

Weather is a fun topic for early learners to explore. This fact-filled volume uses short, simple sentences and clear examples and explanations to gently guide readers beyond the basics of weather and into a deeper understanding of the science behind it. Essential early science concepts are highlighted with the help of colorful photographs of a wide variety of weather and diagrams with clear labels. A helpful glossary is also included to define new science terms and strengthen vocabulary skills. This exciting guide to weather is sure to inspire budding meteorologists and foster an interest in science at an early age.