Megan Cooley Peterson's Books

Matter matters! Introduce early readers preK-2 to matter and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out what matter is, the states of matter, and how matter can change. Readers explore the basic concepts of matter through carefully leveled, engaging text and bold photographs reviewed by Smithsonian experts. Additional facts and graphic organizers such as charts and graphs provide more information about physics concepts.

Did a spider actually lay its eggs in a woman's face? Do alligators really live in the New York City sewers? Readers will be captivated by mysterious urban legends while also learning the facts about each claim. Which rumors hold a hint of truth and which claims are totally bonkers? Exciting, easy-to-read text and compelling images will keep struggling and reluctant readers alike flipping the pages to find out"--

Get moving! Introduce early readers preK-2 to motion and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out what motion is, what is fast, what is slow, and how gravity fits in. Readers explore the basic concepts of motion through carefully leveled, engaging text and bold photographs reviewed by Smithsonian experts. Additional facts and graphic organizers such as charts and graphs provide more information about physics concepts.

Defines through text and photos core terms related to dogs"--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and full-color photographs provide a brief introduction to California sea lions"--Provided by publisher.

The town of Wolf Ridge calls him The Smiley Face Killer. Bettina Holland calls him her father. Everyone knows Bettina’s father was the one who murdered her mother a decade ago. It’s the subject of podcasts, murder tours, and even a highly anticipated docuseries. But after growing up grappling with what that means, a string of copycat murders forces Bett to answer a harder question: What if he didn’t? Old-money Bett must team up with the only person willing to investigate alongside her: bookish goth girl Eugenia, the mortician’s daughter, who everyone says puts the makeup on corpses. Can this “true crime princess” unmask a murderer who’s much closer to home than she ever imagined? Gritty, gripping, and propulsive from page one, Dead Girls Talking is a ride for readers who love to see girls get their hands dirty as they claw their way to the truth. Peterson’s knife-sharp thriller cuts deep, with a wicked sense of humor, a wire-taut atmosphere, and a deadly serious approach to bigger issues of justice and female anger. AS FEATURED ON THE NERD DAILY AND THE STAR TRIBUNE "Spine-tingling."—Booklist "Engrossing. This is a book you won't want to put down."—Crystal J. Bell, author of The Lamplighter

Gorgeous eyelashes. Flashy feathers. Silky hair. You'll see the animals in this book are far from drab and dull. Outstanding photos combined with high-interest text perfectly supports reluctant or struggling readers.

Blue scales. Pink wings. Purple feathers. You'll see the animals in this book are far from boring. Outstanding photos combined with high-interest text perfectly supports reluctant or struggling readers"--

Introduces coral reefs to young readers, including sturcture, life cycle, habitat, and other animals plants that live there"--

Lots of teeth. Long legs. Beady eyes. You'll see the animals in this book are far from cute and cuddly. Outstanding photos combined with high-interest text perfectly supports reluctant or struggling readers.

Large photographs and simple text describe eight early computers"--

Is mind reading a real skill? What about being able to move things with just your mind? Readers will be captivated by claims of psychic powers while also learning the facts about each story. Which tales could be true and which myths are busted? Exciting, easy-to-read text and compelling images will keep struggling and reluctant readers alike flipping the pages to find out.

Full-color photographs and simple text provide easy ways to personalize a backpack"--

Includes password on copyright page for accessing additional content within a downloadable Capstone 4D app.

Simple text and full-color photographs describe trick-or-treat safety at Halloween"--Provided by publisher.

Includes bibliographical references (p. ) an index.

What was that sound? Introduce early readers preK-2 to sound and how it plays a part in their everyday lives. Find out how sound is made, how it travels, and how we can hear it. Readers explore the basic concepts of sound through carefully leveled, engaging text and bold photographs reviewed by Smithsonian experts. Additional facts and graphic organizers such as charts and graphs provide more information about physics concepts.

Includes password on copyright page for accessing additional content within a downloadable Capstone 4D app.

Simple text and full-color photographs describe jack-'o-lanterns"--Provided by publisher.

Full-color photographs and simple text provide easy ways to personalize clothing"--

Dig in the dirt and you'll find--worms! But did you know that many live underwater? Or that some can grow as long as 9 feet? ... [In this book about] ... worms from around the world, readers will be wowed by the amazing variety of wrigglers and up-close photos, while also learning about bug behavior, life cycles, classification, and more"--

In 1903 the Wright brothers Flyer flew for just 12 seconds. What were other early airplanes like and who made them? Read about the first all metal plane, the first jet plane, the first jumbo jet, and more.

Full-color photographs and simple text describe easy ways to personalize shoes"--

Brief text describes scary stories from around the world, including tales about a possessed doll, a poltergeist, and a famous reported alien abduction case"--

Do aliens exist on another planet in the far reaches of space? Many people think so. How can we find these otherworldly beings? Experts and scientists use telescopes, cameras, rovers, and other advanced gear to investigate. Get an inside look at all the high-tech tools hot on the trail of alien life.

C.1, GENERAL FUNDS, PENWORTHY, 3/23/2010, $18.99.

Put on your detective hats! Young readers discover key facts about one of their favorite topics- community helpers! Each spread reveals a new clue to help detectives in training discover the identity of a particular community helper. The answer is revealed in the last spread. Did you solve the case?

The first space station circled Earth for 175 days. What were some of the other early space missions? Find out about the first animal in space, the first woman in space, the first space shuttle, and more.

Defines through text and photos core terms related to reptiles"--Provided by publisher.

Chirping fills the night air, and you know crickets must be nearby! But did you also know that each species has its own unique song? Or that these tiny jumpers have ears on their legs? Meet cool crickets from around the world with Smithsonian Little Entomologist. Kids will be wowed by the amazing variety of bugs and up-close photos, while also learning about bug behavior, life cycle, diet, and more. The engaging, leveled text supports life science curriculum.

Brief text describes ghost stories from around the world"--

What's that strange object in the sky? Could it be an alien spaceship? Readers will be riveted by curious tales of UFO sightings while also learning the facts about each claim. Which mysteries still baffle experts and which ones have been solved? Exciting, easy-to-read text and compelling images will keep struggling and reluctant readers alike flipping the pages to find out.

Provides step-by-step instructions for building haunted houses using household materials"--Provided by publisher.

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