Catalog Search Results
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
"The Anthropocene is the current geological age, in which human activity has profoundly shaped the planet and its biodiversity. In this remarkable symphony of essays adapted and expanded from his groundbreaking podcast, John Green reviews different facets of the human-centered planet - from the QWERTY keyboard and Staphylococcus aureus to the Taco Bell breakfast menu - on a five-star scale. John Green's gift for storytelling shines throughout this...
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Kids
Pub. Date
c2015
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 1.9 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
460L
Language
English
Description
"This title is filled with fun and interesting science facts that may surprise your little readers! A colorful, full-bleed photograph accompanies each fun fact to attract those reluctant readers. Complete with a table of contents, glossary, index, and even more facts!"--Provided by the publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Lerner Publications Co
Pub. Date
c2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting to engage reluctant readers! If the groundhog sees its shadow, there will be six more weeks of winter. Moss grows only on the north side of a tree. No two snowflakes are alike. You may have heard these common sayings or beliefs before. But are they really true? Can they be proven using science? Let's investigate seventeen statements about Earth, weather, and the environment...
Author
Publisher
National Geographic
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Erika Engelhaupt, founding editor of National Geographic's Gory Details blog, explores oft-ignored but alluring facets of biology, anatomy, space exploration, nature, and more. Featuring reporting and interviews with leading researchers in the field, Gory Details illuminates the world's most intriguing real-world applications of science"--
Author
Lexile measure
1100L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Could Dr. Frankenstein's machine ever animate a body? Why should vampires drink from veins and not arteries? What body parts are best for zombies to eat? (It's not brains.) This fascinating encyclopedia of monsters delves into the history and science behind eight legendary creatures, from Bigfoot and the kraken to zombies and more. Find out each monster's origin story and the real-world history that informed it, and then explore the science of each...
20) ABCs of science
Author
Publisher
Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"It only takes a small spark to ignite a child's mind! The ABCs of Science introduces babies (and grownups!) to a new scientific abbreviation for every letter of the alphabet--from alpha and beta to gamma and more. 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"--
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Try our Materials Request Service. Submit Request