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1) Sports Cars
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Series
Publisher
Kaleidoscope Publishing
Pub. Date
2019
Description
This series introduces readers to the defining characteristics, history, mechanics, and uses of twelve cool rides. Each title features engaging infographics, informative sidebars, vivid photographs, and a glossary.
Author
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Publisher
The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Pub. Date
2020
Description
Chemical reactions including combustion, rusting, and digestion occur all around us every day, even if we don't notice them. With this book, three illustrated makerspace projects will allow budding scientists to create their own chemical reactions. Readers will gain an understanding of the important uses of chemical reactions, the products they create, and the scientists who developed our understanding of them. Detailed instructions will help readers
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Series
Publisher
Triangle Interactive, LLC
Pub. Date
2018
Description
Engineers have built some incredible things. But with every new feat, there is failure. Readers will learn about engineering feats like the Titanic, the Hindenburg, the Hoover Dam, and more in this engaging nonfiction title that has been translated into Spanish. This title features brilliant images, charts, and intriguing facts in conjunction with informational text and mathematic skills to keep readers active and engaged.
6) Drones
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Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
Drones are a Modern Engineering Marvel! In this engaging title, readers will explore the history of drones from hot air balloons to radio-controlled aircraft to today's unmanned aerial vehicles. Reginald Denny and his development of radio-controlled planes for the US military is featured, and a colorful infographic shows the parts of a drone. Readers will learn how different types of drones work and see the future of drones from weather monitoring...
7) Bikes go!
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Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
Learning to ride a bike is an important part of growing up. Those first pedals down the sidewalk open up a new world on the wheels of a young reader's bike. This book puts beginning readers behind the handlebars of these machines and all the places they can go. From a trip to the park to a ride to school, bikes are the perfect way to travel the neighborhood. Young readers experience these joys through accessible text paired with vibrant full-color...
Author
Series
Publisher
Checkerboard Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Description
Wire, power, connect, and create with Cool Battery & Electricity Projects! Kids can learn how to wire a working lamp, build a buzzing electric game, and more! Each workshop project includes easy-to-read, step-by-step instructions paired with photographs. Budding craftspeople and engineers will love learning how to use the tools of the trade to make one-of-a-kind creations. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
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Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Description
In 1976, Viking 1 became the first spacecraft from Earth to land on Mars. For the first time, scientists were able to see the surface of the red planet! Since then, NASA and other space organizations have sent other probes to Mars and have learned a lot. Readers find out all about the robots created especially for the task of exploring Mars through detailed diagrams, full-color photographs, and interesting main content. Including information about...
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Description
Space missions take years to plan. But they also take years to execute, so special robots are used to study deep space instead of astronauts. Pluto is so far away, the New Horizons probe took 10 years to get there. The main content describes the amazing technology used to build the probe as well as what tools it uses to study Pluto and the Kuiper Belt. Informative sidebars introduce the scientist who discovered Pluto and other fascinating STEM information....
12) Water parks
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Description
The 21st Century Junior Library Extraordinary Engineering series explains how important feats of engineering are accomplished. Water Parks examines the engineering concepts that make these fun and exciting structures possible. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. An activity, full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the learning experience....
13) Stadiums
Author
Publisher
Cherry Lake Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Description
The 21st Century Junior Library Extraordinary Engineering series explains how important feats of engineering are accomplished. Stadiums examines the engineering concepts that make these structures a fun and safe space for large gatherings. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. An activity, full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the...
14) Trucks go!
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Readers may get scared when enormous trucks zoom by their car on the highway, but these big vehicles are doing an important job. These amazing machines are hauling lots of things from one place to another, bringing food and other goods to homes around the country. Through full-color photographs and accessible text, beginning readers get behind the wheel of these massive moving machines to see what it's like on the road, and learn how important these...
15) Cars go!
Author
Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Description
Cars are everywhere people want to be. Motor vehicles zip around highways and through cities taking people from place to place with ease. This book features dazzling full-color photographs and accessible text that show cars on the move. From long drives across the country to short scoots to the store, readers learn that cars are an important part of daily life for many people.
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Publisher
Chicago Review Press
Pub. Date
2013
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Description
Explaining how the wind works, what windmills have contributed to the past, and why they offer environmental promise today as a source of clean, renewable energy, this revised and updated edition offers a glimpse into all the current and historical uses for wind power. Featuring new information on wind energy technology and wind farms, new photographs, and 24 wind-related activities—from keeping track of household energy use and conducting
...17) Stunts
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Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
2019.
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about stunts. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
18) Makeup
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Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about makeup. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
20) Camera tricks
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Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
[2019]
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about camera tricks. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
