Claybourne, Anna

"Learn about the properties of light as you build a fiber-optic tube to carry light like engineer William Wheeler did, or use the sun to imprint images on objects like potter-maker Thomas Wedgewood, and more"--Provided by publisher.

"Build a model hovercraft like engineer Christopher Cockerell did, or a sculpture that moves in the breeze like artist Lin Emery. This title gives readers both an understanding of the properties of forces and the skills to investigate . . . discoveries and works"--Provided by publisher.

Highlights some of the world's greatest things, including the Grand Canyon, the Great Wall of China, Angel Falls, the Amazon River, the biggest supertanker, the longest bridge, the smallest robot, and ninety-three other manmade and natural wonders.

Discusses one hundred of the most ferocious and dangerous creatures in the world, including snakes, sharks, fish, birds, insects, and more, and covers the scariness rating of encountering each threat.

Discusses how to survive one hundred of the most dangerous things in the world, including avalanches, tornadoes, rattlesnakes, sharks, falling down a well, and more, and covers the likelihood of encountering each threat and the probability of survival.

"Sharks come in many shapes and sizes and boast many unique talents, this book is a guide for children to learn all about the sharks of the deep, from sensory abilities to diet and habits"--provided by publisher.

Introduces children to the world of atoms and molecules, describing what they are, what their purpose is, how they are studied, and other related topics.

Introduces children to the world of atoms and molecules, describing what they are, what their purpose is, how they are studied, and other related topics.

"Get ready to dig into excellent experiments with rocks and fossils. Readers will learn about the scientific method through boxes that provoke them to Ask, Test, Observe, and Measure. They'll develop Next Generation Science Standards skills, such as asking testable questions. 'What's Next?' sections give readers the chance to further explore these important topics. A 'What You'll Need Box' clearly lays out the necessary materials for each experiment. Photographs illustrate key points and helpful hints keep readers on track. Accessible and fun, this interactive book is a perfect tool for any science curriculum"--Provided by the publisher.

"Every living thing goes through a life cycle, but each species has its own unique steps in the circle of life. This interactive book gives readers a hands-on learning experience through engaging experiments. They'll learn about life cycles and develop essential Next Generation Science Standards skills, such as asking testable questions, as they complete each project. The scientific method is made easy and accessible as readers complete a succession of boxes that prompt them to Ask, Test, Observe, and Measure. Helpful hints and materials lists ensure readers will complete projects with ease. Fun photographs, fast fact boxes, and 'What's Next?' sections keep readers immersed in the flow of knowledge"--Provided by the publisher.