Over the last 150 years, demand for oil has risen sharply - and so has the number of oil spills. What causes spills, and how do they affect our environment? Most importantly, how can we try to avoid these oily messes? CSI Chapters is a leveled collection of 25 original chapter books in both hard copy and interactive e-book formats that are designed to accelerate comprehension development, vocabulary acquisition, and content literacy. The nonfiction titles are designed to support students' reading comprehension across science, math, and social studies as well as general nonfiction. Using a metacognitive learning approach to support and scaffold students, CSI Chapters gives students the confidence and skills needed to tackle any text.
Part of a 24-book series that covers the four main branches of sciencephysical science, life science, earth and space science, and science and technology, and covers essential content standards. Students will build their scientific knowledge, increase their content vocabulary, and sharpen critical nonfiction comprehension skills. Books are 6 5/8" x 9 1/8
The Center of the earth is about 3,960 miles(6,373 Kilometers) under you. Have you ever thought about what's between you and the earth's core? If you thought it was just cold, solid rock, think again! Book jacket.
Pulsating with the rhythm and vibrancy of the Jazz Age, this dazzling picture book is set in New York City in the 1920s. The story may be familiar, but the cast of characters will surprise you. Snow White is a beautiful jazz baby, protected by seven hot jazzmen. Instead of a wicked stepmother, her arch-enemy is the Queen of the Underworld. And her Prince Charming is a crack reporter from the New York Mirror. The breezy and clever text complements the style and color of the art deco illustrations, making this a picture book of astonishing originality. This winner of The Kate Greenaway Medal is at last available in paperback.
Hiriwa, a new calf, is warned by the pod of Maui's dolphins about the dangers of going near the dark shapes (fishing boats). Hiriwa heeds their warning until one day the bottom-set gillnet from a fishing trawler catches his friends. He does all he can to save them"--Publisher information. Includes factual information.
Why are some volcanic eruptions extremely violent and other volcanic eruptions quite gentle? What does chemistry have to do with volcanic eruptions? A lot more than you might think! Book jacket.
Have you ever wondered what type of working dogs there are in New Zealand? What sort of training these dogs have to go through? Whether your dog might qualify? Author, Maria Gill, interviews dog handlers and observes dogs on the job. bull; meet an acting dog going through the moves for an advertisement bull; see a mobility dog picking up the keys for his handler who is in a wheelchair bull; find the search and rescue dog that can trail scents 24 hours old And read about more dogs on the job in this engaging book.
Why do animals need to camouflage themselves? Camouflage is a way of hiding by blending into the background. Many animals use camouflage so that they won’t be caught by their enemies. Other animals use camouflage to hide from animals they are trying to catch. Which animals do you know that use clever camouflage?
Charisma the double Olympic champion horse, Moko the playful dolphin, Migaloo the white whale, and Einstein the hugging camel are just some of the wonderful Australasian animals featured in this fascinating, informative book.
Discover which are our most threatened animals in New Zealand. From the beautiful forest ringlet butterfly to the down-right ugly southern elephant seal, the cheeky kakapo to the great white sharks, every one of the unique species in our waters and on our land is threatened by predators, land changes, pollution, and other human-induced disturbances. As well as finding out how unique these animals are, you'll read what is harming them, and most importantly, what we can do to help them.
Have you ever made pancakes? It’s not hard to do if you follow the recipe carefully. Before you start, you need to wash your hands. What ingredients will you use? What tools will you need to get ready?
Introduces New Zealand's three-pronged system of government, parliament and the judiciary, and explains the role of the governor-general, prime minister, cabinet and MPs, judges and the police force.
Why do animals need to camouflage themselves? Camouflage is a way of hiding by blending into the background. Many animals use camouflage so that they won’t be caught by their enemies. Other animals use camouflage to hide from animals they are trying to catch. Which animals do you know that use clever camouflage?
Supporting STEM-based learning, this fact-filled book for kids ages 6–9 is the ultimate guide to the potent power of volcanoes, from landslides to lava bombs. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it’s the perfect book for any kid who can’t get enough of these fearsome landforms. How are volcanoes created? Which kind of lava is the stickiest? How many volcanoes are located inside the Ring of Fire? Find out the answers to these questions and more in DKfindout! Volcanoes, which features photographs of volcanic masses from around the world and illustrative examples of relevant scientific facts, like the interior structure of the Earth and the slow movement of its tectonic plates. Readers will learn how igneous rocks are formed, what causes disasters like earthquakes and mudslides, and where else in our solar system you can find volcanoes. From fissures to fumaroles, DKfindout! Volcanoes invites readers to explore this explosive world in a unique and fun way. Vetted by educational consultants, the DKfindout! series drives kids ages 6–9 to become experts on more than 30 of their favorite STEM- and history-related subjects, whether Vikings, volcanoes, or robots. This series covers the subjects that kids really want to learn about—ones that have a direct impact on the world around them, like climate change, space exploration, and rapidly evolving technology—making learning fun through amazing images, stimulating quizzes, and cutting-edge information. The DKfindout! series is one that kids will want to turn to again and again.
A creative non-fiction story about a BNZ Operation Nest Egg chick. Each page also includes photographs and text boxes about how kiwi are being saved. Deep down in a dark burrow, a father kiwi snorts and snuffles in his sleep. Underneath him , a large creamy egg lies snug and safe from pilfering predators.
This resource provides an integrated programme to equip your students with the skills they need to consider how they can live sustainably and how, once they make green choices, it will affect everything they do. Book 1 emphasises what students can do to make a difference locally - in their home, school and community. Book 2 moves to a global perspective while still focusing on how to make a difference. There are activities for pairs, groups and the whole class and each lesson concludes with an action that will include the community. Instructions are designed to be appropriate at age level, with more teacher involvement and cooperative work in Book 1 and independent inquiry projects in Book 2. Also included are literacy activities to complement the lessons in the first half of each book.
Introduces the kokako, an endangered New Zealand wattlebird, and efforts by the Kokako Recovery Group to save it. Includes the true story of conservationist Geordie Murman's quest to save ten kokako from a forest about to be felled. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.Discover how New Zealand's biggest songbird can make sounds like a cat, a bell and an organ all in one tune. Learn about the forest habitat where the kokako live, and learn about how these endangered birds are being saved and why they're so special.
Based on the true story of Toroa, the 500th chick to hatch at a breeding colony on Taiaroa Head in Dunedin, this evocative story follows the bird's life cycle as it grows from chick to adult. Just before Toroa fledged, the ranger attached a transmitter to its back to track the bird's flight path. This book is a lovely narrative of Toroa's story and of the problems he might have encountered in the Pacific Ocean. Will fishing lines snag him? Can he avoid an erupting volcano? Does a plastic island pose a threat and will he make it back to Dunedin eight years later to start his own family? Toroa's Journey is a remarkable story for budding environmentalists to read together or alone. For this book, award-winning author Maria Gill travelled to the Royal Albatross Centre in Dunedin to witness albatross parents care for their chicks and interview the ranger about the dangers they face. She aims to raise the awareness of our endangered birds and encourage a love of nature.
Corsica, the 'Isle of Beauty' offers extraordinary attractions with its pleasant coastal regions and mountainous landscapes. The French island has a rich historic and cultural heritage, evidenced by its ancient fortifications, citadels and archeological remains. Introduction to Corsica - Overview - Orientation - Culture - Religion - Food and Festivities - Climate - Sightseeing Highlights - Piana Village - Sant'Antonino Village - Bastia Town - Corsica Natural Park - Scandola Nature Reserve - Filitosa Prehistoric Site - Corte Town - Bonifacio Town - Porto Vecchio Town - Col de Bavella Valley - Gorges de la Restonica Valley - Popular Beaches in Corsica - Popular Museums in Corsica - Recommendations for the Budget Traveler - Places to Stay - Places to Eat - Places To Shop
Bird s Eye View is not just another New Zealand bird book. This book reveals exactly what 13 native birds see in their natural habitats via stunning panoramic images comparing these views with what humans can see. The text also explores the other senses birds use to survive, relating this to what they eat, where they live, how they get about and how they protect themselves from danger.& . Information in the book is right up to date and supplied by a world expert on avian vision. Each double-page spread features a scene of what a bird can see in its natural environment. Hold the book up and curl it around your head. Now you have a bird s-eye view!.
Hunter’s Days In A Week Hunter is curious to learn new things everyday of the week. However, Hunter finds himself in a bit of trouble. He confides in his friend Lucas, an acorn woodpecker. Will Hunter be able to live comfortably without worries? Will Lucas come to his rescue? Hunter’s Days In A Week is a triumphant story of friendship over hardship. Lucas, an acorn woodpecker, proves to be a fun and dependable friend. Ana Maria Gill’s bright and geometric illustrations make the images in Hunter’s Days In A Week a visual treat.
More than 300 years ago, a young Dutch sailor named Abel Tasman stood on the prow of a ship he and his crew had sailed across wild, uncharted waters. In the distance, through a shroud of mist, the rugged outline of steep hills rose from the ocean waves. Could this be Terra Australisthe great southern land? Abel Tasman and his crew were most likely the first Europeans the Aboriginal people of Australia and the Maori of New Zealand had ever seen. Join the journey and discover the legacy left behind. 'Maria Gills evocative text combines with Marco Ivancics imaginative illustrations to bring Abel Tasmans journey to life.' Rob Zaagman, Ambassadeur, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in New Zealand.
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