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Gareth Stevens Vital Science books are designed to help prepare students for NCLB science testing by reinforcing key concepts across the science curriculum. The eight volumes in Physical Science use clear language and a variety of photographs and diagrams to increase students' understanding of forces and motion; light, heat, electricity, magnetism and sound; and the properties of objects they encounter in their daily lives. Two volumes discuss the history of science and the role of science in society.
Whales are some of the largest creatures on the planet, yet they eat some of the smallest creatures in the ocean. Through the use of accessible text, readers take an exciting look at the life cycle of the ocean’s giants. A picture glossary helps beginning readers strengthen their vocabulary skills, and vibrant, full-color photographs shows how these spectacular animals live and survive in their the ocean home.
Describes how to make twelve craft projects involving vehicles using paper, scissors, and glue, including a race car, airplane, and hot-air balloon.
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Imagine an animal whose tongue can weigh as much as an elephant, and whose heart can weigh as much as a car. Blue whales are amazing animals that we have to weigh in tons, not pounds. This book explores the aquatic lives of the largest animals on Earth, from what they eat to where they live and just how big they really are. Through full-color photographs paired with accessible text, young readers will be amazed to learn that these massive animals survive by eating tiny plankton.
As people grow up, they become more active and often get involved in physical activities. This can make us sweat, and sweating can make us stink! In this book, readers will discover how exactly sweat can make us stinky. Straightforward images of age-appropriate kids, as well as a helpful graphic organizer, helps make a potentially difficult science topic accessible and fun.
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Introduces the different kinds of mammals, from orcas in the sea to koalas in the treetops, and explores their life cycles, habitats, diet, and homes.
It is not always easy to be honest, but it is the right way to be. Readers discover all the ways that honesty needs to play a role in their lives. From the classroom to the backyard, they explore situations where telling the truth matters, with the help of spirited photographs. Being trusted is very important, and this book shows readers what it takes to become a trustworthy person.
In graphic novel format, this book tells the story of "Hercules and the Sea Monster" and discusses other famous sea monsters.