Laura Perdew
Author
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
970L
Physical Desc
v, 122 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
Look around you-biodiversity is everywhere!
From the tallest tree to the smallest microbe, Earth is home to more than 1.5 million known species of plants, animals, fungi, bacteria, and microorganisms. And scientists estimate there could be millions, if not billions, more that have not yet been identified.
Biodiversity: Explore the Diversity of Life on Earth with Science Activities for Kids introduces middle schoolers to the evolution of life on Earth,...
2) Mammals
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Reference, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Lexile measure
IG 920L
Physical Desc
112 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
Description
This field guide highlights 100 mammals found throughout the world. Readers will gain a greater understanding about the behaviors and appearance of each mammal and will be able to identify these creatures after seeing the vivid photographs and useful labels within the book. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Author
Series
Publisher
Encyclopedias, an imprint of Abdo Reference
Pub. Date
2024.
Lexile measure
890L
Physical Desc
192 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
The Wildlife Watching Encyclopedia establishes the basics of finding and identifying wildlife, including looking for tracks and listening for calls. Alongside text that describes animal behavior and habitat, readers will learn the importance of respecting wildlife and how to prepare for a successful wildlife watching adventure. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index.
Author
Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
2014.
Lexile measure
1110L
Physical Desc
144 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 22 x 25 cm.
Language
English
Description
Throughout history, people have always explored new frontiers. Adventure, fame, and scientific discovery have all driven humans to forge into the unknown. This title examines the exploration of mountains. Easy-to-read, engaging text takes readers to Everest and other world-famous mountains, examines the explorers who journeyed to Earth's highest peaks, and traces the development of the technology and techniques that made this exploration possible....
5) The fort
Author
Publisher
Page Street Kids
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 28 cm
Language
English
Description
A prince planning a feast in his castle and a pirate preparing her ship for a treasure hunt clash after learning they share a fort, but soon imagine a new adventure for two.
Author
Publisher
Nomad Press, a division of Nomad Communications
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
850L
Physical Desc
v, 122 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
Presents machines designed by Goldberg, which were based on complicated chain reactions and used to accomplish simple tasks.
Author
Series
Publisher
12-Story Library
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
730L
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color), color map ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Disasters are fascinating, awe-inspiring, and scary, all at the same time. Lean the facts about many of the worst disasters in human history. Then get some tips on how to prepare for disasters and stay safe.
Author
Pub. Date
2018
Lexile measure
1130L
Physical Desc
112 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 22 x 25 cm
Language
English
Description
Humanity's impact on the natural world can have disastrous effects. The California Droughtshines a light on California's lengthy and devastating dry period. With abundant charts and diagrams and large-format photos, this title explores the science behind climate change, groundwater, and human water use patterns, and considers actions people and governments can take to try to improve the situation. Features include a flow chart showing the disaster's...