Below is a list of 10 the books by this author.
From learning how fireworks sparkle to the chemical makeup of planets, this collection of jaw-dropping facts allow readers to see subjects such as... [Read More]
From learning how fireworks sparkle to the chemical makeup of planets, this collection of jaw-dropping facts allow readers to see subjects such as chemical reactions, atoms, and the periodic table in an entirely new light. Each new concept is kicked off with a surprising fact - and then we take readers behind the scenes to discover the science secrets behind that particular phenomenon, with eye-catching diagrams and fact boxes.
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From the amazing science of trees to unbelievable makeup of the human body, these jaw-dropping facts allow readers to rediscover subjects such as... [Read More]
From the amazing science of trees to unbelievable makeup of the human body, these jaw-dropping facts allow readers to rediscover subjects such as ecology, evolution, and animal behavior in an entirely new light. Each new concept is kicked off with a surprising fact - and then we take you behind the scenes to discover the science secrets behind that particular phenomenon.
Theme: Stem
From sound effects in video games and movies to surround-sound theatres, this fact-filled book explores the many ways audio engineers apply the... [Read More]
From sound effects in video games and movies to surround-sound theatres, this fact-filled book explores the many ways audio engineers apply the science of sound. Readers will explore how sound travels and the characteristics of sound waves. Readers will also learn how to combine their understanding of sound science and the engineering design process to tackle a design challenge of their own. From Booklist: Books in the Engineering in Action series provide broad introductions to their respective fields in a colorfully illustrated, large-format package. A typical, rather crowded double-page spread presents a specified topic and illustrates it with two or three small photos. (Example: one ongoing theme running through many of the books is an engineer’s approach to problem solving and collaborating on projects.) The main text is augmented with related information in boxes designed to look like yellow sticky notes. While job possibilities in the field are discussed, educational requirements for various careers are not. Each book includes a design challenge that leads readers through the steps of a project such as creating a sound track, fire extinguisher, desalination device, or periscope. Audio tackles the science of sound and hearing, the differences between analog and digital signals, and the varied work of audio engineers. Solid information for engineering-minded students. Grades 5-8. --Carolyn Phelan "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
From sound effects in video games and movies to surround-sound theatres, this fact-filled book explores the many ways audio engineers apply the... [Read More]
From sound effects in video games and movies to surround-sound theatres, this fact-filled book explores the many ways audio engineers apply the science of sound. Readers will explore how sound travels and the characteristics of sound waves. Readers will also learn how to combine their understanding of sound science and the engineering design process to tackle a design challenge of their own. From Booklist: Books in the Engineering in Action series provide broad introductions to their respective fields in a colorfully illustrated, large-format package. A typical, rather crowded double-page spread presents a specified topic and illustrates it with two or three small photos. (Example: one ongoing theme running through many of the books is an engineer’s approach to problem solving and collaborating on projects.) The main text is augmented with related information in boxes designed to look like yellow sticky notes. While job possibilities in the field are discussed, educational requirements for various careers are not. Each book includes a design challenge that leads readers through the steps of a project such as creating a sound track, fire extinguisher, desalination device, or periscope. Audio tackles the science of sound and hearing, the differences between analog and digital signals, and the varied work of audio engineers. Solid information for engineering-minded students. Grades 5-8. --Carolyn Phelan "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Fun pictograms and infographics about planet Earth make learning about math topics such as volume, scale diagrams, division, and number lines easy... [Read More]
Fun pictograms and infographics about planet Earth make learning about math topics such as volume, scale diagrams, division, and number lines easy and fun. In this book, readers go on a mission to protect threatened areas around the world and use their mathematical skills to measure geysers, protect forests, and check on glaciers. Math puzzles and exercises help children build confidence in their math skills.
Fun pictograms and infographics about the human body make learning about math topics such as bar charts, percentages, averages and fractions easy and... [Read More]
Fun pictograms and infographics about the human body make learning about math topics such as bar charts, percentages, averages and fractions easy and fun. In this book, readers go on an amazing mission inside the human body and use their mathematical skills to check their diet, test their strength, and chart their growth. Math puzzles and exercises help children build confidence in their math skills. From School Library Journal: Gr 5-8-Readers are invited to apply varied math lessons to hypothetical life or work situations, such as heading up an ecological expedition or space mission, working as an animal scientist, or conducting a study of the human body. Page one of each colorful entry features a section called "Learn About It," with explanations and examples of math operations, including addition and subtraction, fractions and decimals, time, quadrants and coordinates, an assortment of tables and graphs, and much more. On the second page, "Go Figure!" poses several questions or problems for applying the lesson. Varying in difficulty level, these are introductions that could also work as review exercises or enjoyable explorations for students who like math. They might even invite further thinking about interesting possibilities for future careers. Fun, sometimes challenging additions.α(c) Copyright 2014. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. "About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
This book explores how humans evolved from simple primates to become the planet's most dominant life-form. Readers can learn about human evolution,... [Read More]
This book explores how humans evolved from simple primates to become the planet's most dominant life-form. Readers can learn about human evolution, early hunter-gatherer societies and the emergence of the civilizations we recognize today. Featuring fun fact boxes, an illustrated timeline and a glossary of key terms, The Story of Humans presents information in a clear, easy-to-understand and entertaining way.
Amazing facts and illustrations bring our history to life in an exciting, engaging way. Ignites children's curiosity and encourages them to... [Read More]
Amazing facts and illustrations bring our history to life in an exciting, engaging way. Ignites children's curiosity and encourages them to discover more about the history of human civilization.