Jess Brallier

Grab a ball and get ready to discover the incredible world of physics! You might think bouncing a rubber ball is just for recess, but there is a whole universe of science hiding in every single hop, skip, and jump. This fun and interactive science guide breaks down the invisible forces that make things bounce, rebound, and ricochet. You will explore concepts like gravity, kinetic energy, and elasticity in a way that is easy to understand and totally hands-on. Instead of just reading about science, you get to see it in action with everyday objects. Why does a tennis ball bounce higher than a bowling ball? What happens when you drop a bouncy ball from a second-story window? Packed with fascinating facts and simple activities, this guide helps you turn your living room into a real science laboratory. It is the perfect read for curious minds who love testing out fun experiments.

Strange bumps and spooky shadows are taking over Boone School! Tuck and Tina are two tiny mice with a very big problem on their paws. The school halls are filled with mysterious noises, and the brave duo is absolutely certain that a ghost has moved in. But as they investigate the creepy sounds, they make an unexpected discovery. The ghost is not a spirit at all, but a pair of real life burglars sneaking around the school in the dark! Now, it is up to these clever mice to stop the thieves and save their beloved home. You will join Tuck and Tina as they use their quick thinking, top notch teamwork, and maybe even a little fake ghost magic to outsmart the crooks. This thrilling chapter book is packed with hilarious moments and exciting twists that keep you turning the pages. It is the perfect mysterious adventure for readers who love funny animal heroes and a fast-paced mystery that proves you do not have to be big to save the day.

A simple strand of hair can unlock the greatest mysteries of genetics, evolution, and anatomy! Prepare to look at your own head in a completely different way with this laugh out loud guide to the science of hair. You will uncover the fascinating reasons why some people go bald, what makes hair completely different from animal fur, and why hair grows on your head but never on your elbows. This book takes you on a wacky and wonderful journey into the weird biology of the human body. You get completely original, hands-on science experiments that are simple to set up and incredibly fun to test out. Need an amazing idea for your next school project? This guide provides start to finish help, showing you how to organize your research, create an impressive exhibit, and even conduct primary research by interviewing your local barber. It is packed with facts, hilarious insights, and everything you need to become an expert on the wild science growing right on top of your head.

Water fountains are erupting like geysers and crickets are swarming the classrooms! Boone School is facing a total disaster, and the school board is ready to shut it down forever. But brave mouse duo Tuck and Tina know this is no ordinary bad luck. They soon uncover a massive conspiracy involving a masked troublemaker who is desperately trying to steal dinosaur fossils buried deep beneath the school. It is up to these tiny heroes to stop the villain before their home is destroyed! You will race alongside Tuck and Tina as they dodge a runaway bear, rescue a kidnapped principal, and take to the skies in a wild model airplane chase. This action packed mystery is filled to the brim with nonstop laughs and giant surprises around every corner. With clever teamwork and plenty of courage, these two small mice are ready to prove that you do not need to be the size of a dinosaur to take on a prehistoric adventure and save the day!

Booker is not your average bat, because he absolutely loves to read! After completing his official training, he is thrilled to report for duty as the newest guard at the famous Joanina Library. His very important job is to fly through the ancient stacks at night and gobble up the pesky bugs that are trying to eat the beautiful antique books. It is a dream come true for a book loving bat! But Booker is nervous about fitting in with the older, cooler bat guards who patrol the library. When a sneaky human attempts to steal pages from one of the most valuable books, Booker knows he has to act fast. Summoning all his courage, he uses his echolocation to alert the team and dives into action. You will soar alongside Booker as he proves that bravery comes in small packages.

Everyone recognizes the name Albert Einstein, the famous genius with the wild hair, but his real story is full of surprising twists. Long before he changed how we understand the universe, Albert was just a kid who actually got expelled from school. He did not fit into the standard mold, yet his unique way of looking at the world led to some of the most important scientific discoveries in history. This biography dives into the fascinating life of the man behind the math. Readers will follow Einstein from his struggles in early classrooms to his groundbreaking work that reshaped science and technology. It explores the world he lived in, the challenges he faced, and the incredible ideas that made him a global icon. Through clear explanations and an engaging narrative, young scientists and history buffs alike will learn exactly what made Albert Einstein a true visionary and why his legacy continues to inspire minds around the globe.

In August 1945, World War II had finally ended in Europe, but the fighting in the Pacific was still raging fiercely. The United States and Japan were locked in a devastating conflict, and the new American president, Harry S. Truman, faced one of the most difficult decisions in history. To bring the war to a rapid end, he made the fateful choice to drop a newly invented, incredibly powerful weapon on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This engaging and thought-provoking book explores the events leading up to the world's first atomic bombing and examines its massive, terrifying impact. You will learn about the top-secret scientific race to build the bomb, the military forces tasked with the mission, and the immediate devastation that followed the explosions. More than just a timeline of battles, this book carefully explains the complex reasons behind President Truman's choice and the long-lasting effects it had on the survivors and the world. It is a powerful look at a difficult moment in global history, helping readers understand how the creation of nuclear weapons forever changed modern warfare and international politics.

Creepy shadows are lurking in the hallways of Boone School! Best friends Tuck and Tina might be small mice, but they are about to face a very big and spooky mystery. Strange noises and bumping sounds in the dark have convinced everyone that the school is officially haunted. But as the brave little mice investigate the creepy corridors, they discover something even more shocking. A pair of sneaky burglars is prowling around the classrooms looking for trouble! Now, Tuck and Tina have a brilliant idea. What if they use the terrifying rumors about the school ghost to their own advantage? You will laugh out loud as these tiny heroes team up to outsmart the crooks with the ultimate spooky scare. Packed with thrilling moments and hilarious teamwork, this fast paced adventure shows that a little courage and a lot of clever thinking can stop any villain in their tracks. It is the perfect story for young readers looking for big laughs and a fun mystery!

Tina just wants a real friend to share her days with at Boone School! As a quiet mouse who loves listening to lessons and watching the kids play, she hopes the arrival of a new class pet will change everything. But then she meets Tuck. He is a chaotic ball of energy who causes hilarious trouble everywhere he goes, and he is definitely not the calm friend Tina expected! Before they can even figure out how to get along, terrible news arrives. Boone School is facing permanent closure. To save their beloved home, these complete opposites must team up to find a legendary ancient treasure rumored to be hidden deep within the school walls. You will join this unlikely duo on a massive treasure hunt filled with tricky clues, narrow escapes, and laugh out loud moments. They will have to put aside their differences and learn the true meaning of teamwork to solve the mystery and rescue the school before time runs out!