Amphibians share many characteristics, including slimy-looking skin and a life cycle that includes time in the water and time on land. Many species of these fascinating animals have their own unique look. In this book, readers are introduced to the amphibian group and then are shown a super close-up of an animal. The following spread reveals what amphibian it is as well as more information about it. With cool images of amphibians such as the purple frog and the mysterious caecilian, this book is sure to intrigue readers with awesome, understandable biology information.
There may be no birds plumage more recognizable than the pink feathers of the flamingo! But, if you saw its feathers super close up, could you still guess the bird? Readers learn all about many kinds of birds through uniquely formatted photographs and science content. Theyll first encounter a full-color close-up of some cool feature of a bird, such as a webbed foot or sharp beak, and a bit of information about the bird. When they turn the page, the name of the bird is revealed, as is the whole beautiful photograph of it in the wild.
One of the easiest ways to tell what animal group a bug belongs in is to count its legs. However, there are many other interesting bug body parts that give clues as to what kind of living thing it is. Readers learn all about insects and arachnids in a fun format in which theyre shown a close-up photograph and given a few facts about the pictured creature. The answer is revealed on the following pages. Wings, legs, mouths, and exoskeletons are shown in full-color and complemented by science text hinting at what awaits readers when they turn the page!
As congregations explore their emerging visions, they need support in “equipping the saints” for their day-to-day lives and ministries beyond the doors of the building. The Dismissal — “go in peace, to love and serve the Lord” — becomes as important as the Eucharist in feeding the people for the journey. But churches often fail to focus on this baptismal calling to “go” into the worlds of work, family, and community. This book fills that void, focusing on how the baptized become “go-ers,” providing practical and tested ways of fulfilling that calling. Go to Love and Serve builds on and complements the work of Stephanie Spellers’ Radical Welcome, which called congregations to move beyond diversity and inclusion to be places where the transforming gifts, voices, and power of marginalized cultures and groups bring new life to the mainline church. Each chapter is followed by discussion questions for use with small groups or for personal reflection.
In the past few decades, light bulb technology has gotten better. Not only have compact fluorescent light bulbs become available and affordable, but federal guidelines have caused incandescent light bulbs to become more efficient, too. Readers learn about both kinds of light bulbs, how they work, and their differences. Theyll find an introduction to important science curriculum concepts such as circuits and environmental impact. The main content traces electricitys path from the power plant all the way to the lamp in a house, and a colorful diagram illustrates this process as well.
The ancient Chinese began making paper about 2,000 years ago. The basic process they created has been used throughout history. However, paper companies today use machines and can make a lot of paper at once instead of just one sheet at a time. Readers track papermaking from cutting down trees and making pulp with the wood to the final product we can use for writing. Full-color photographs show the papermaking process step by step, and an illustrated diagram simplifies it further for readers to review after reading the main content.
Paintball isn’t a sport for the faint of heart. Often used as military and police training, paintball involves stalking and shooting an opposing team—and getting hit can hurt! Readers find out all about rule variation, gear, and different game play before having to hit the field, or get hit by capsules full of paint! Written in accessible language and with a colorful layout, this high-interest topic will appeal to readers of all abilities. Full-color photographs of intense paintball games and fun fact boxes highlight this daredevil sport’s most extreme moments.
Roller derby is an extreme sport making a comeback! With a history that dates back to the 1930s, in the last decade, roller derby teams have grown in number and popularity. Readers take a turn around the track and discover that, from hard hits to fast breaks, the action in roller derby is nonstop. Full-color photographs highlight the mostly female teams who dominate the sport and the theatrical quality of each jam, or matchup. Safety tips offer help to new skaters, as this sport can get aggressive fast.
As a sport, parkour has only been around since the 1980s. However, it promotes a frame of mind often encouraged by snowboarders, skateboarders, and other extreme sports enthusiasts: see your environment differently and use it. Parkour athletes use their sport to get around doing anything but walking! Reader learns how parkour developed and also how it’s practiced around the world. Full-color photographs showcase different moves, styles, and events. Readers are sure to be inspired by the free-spirited daredevils of parkour, highlighted by a playful layout and exciting fact boxes.
Anthology Contributors: Jennifer Diamond, Lorraine Donohue, Abigail Drake, Phil Giunta, Kimberly Kurth Gray, N.J. Hammer, Hilary Hauck, Eileen Enwright Hodgetts, Lori M. Jones, Ramona DeFelice Long, Janet McClintock, MaryAlice Meli, Amy Morley, Cara Reinard, James Robinson, Jr., Larry Schardt, Kathleen Shoop, Demi Stevens, Denise Weaver, Michele Savaunah Zirkle A holiday pastiche from the authors of Mindful Writers Retreat, sure to light your festive candles!From a Thanksgiving snow storm that mends old feuds... to the family misunderstandings that fuel new ones... a quirky elf and some romantic stardust will get you ready to go Over the River and Through the Woods on a journey through time!
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