Animals are both benefitting from and helping out the world of prosthetic science. Furstinger offers a glimpse into the cutting-edge technologies, such as 3D printing and brain-controlled prosthetics, that are helping to improve the lives of animals and humans alike. Full color.
Kids just like you are making a difference in the lives of animals every day. They're rescuing homeless pets, raising money for shelters and charities, making jewelry and holding bake sales to support animal-friendly causes, volunteering their time to educate others, and so much more. You'll be inspired by their courageous and compassionate stories, and you'll learn what you can do to help make the world a better place for our furry and feathered friends. Loaded with lots of color photos and friendly information you can trust, the ASPCA Kids books were written by animal lovers for animals lovers—just like you.
Introduces readers to the life, diet, habitat, behavior, and physical description of warthogs. Colorful spreads, fun facts, diagrams, a range map, and a special reading feature make this an exciting read for animal lovers and report writers alike.
Around the world, skilled animals hunt and catch their prey. Learn more about the great white shark and the special characteristics that make it such an excellent predator. This title takes you on the hunt with well-researched, clearly written informational text, primary sources with accompanying questions, charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps, multiple prompts, and more! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
Maine coon cats are native to the United States. The breed is one of the largest cat breeds in the world. Learn more about their coloring, personalities, and how to take care of them in Maine Coon Cats, an All About Cats book.
Robots help us understand our universe. Some fly to distant planets. Others work alongside astronauts in space. And some drive across the surface of Mars. How do these robots work, and what are they doing today? Read this book to find out!
Crocodiles have lots of teeth. So why don’t they chew their food? Why do some animals hang around outdoor toilets? Are there really animals that eat rocks…and worse? Why do they do these things? They have their reasons! Animals That Have Weird Habits is part of the It’s All Animals series. This high-interest series uses fascinating facts about animals to introduce life-science vocabulary and concepts, including traits, inheritance, and the survival value of animal behaviors. Read-UP! with 3 levels of readability. Each level (set of 5 books) contains a book on a different life science subject so a student can keep reading in one content area if he or she prefers.
An introduction to the origins, physical characteristics, and behavior of the Himalayan cat, with information on the choosing and care of a Himalayan cat.
American shorthairs can be charming cats. They are smart, friendly, and quick learners. Learn more about their coloring, personalities, and how to take care of them in American Shorthair Cats, an All About Cats book.
Explains the process and materials that beavers use to build dams. This book’s colorful photos, clear text, and “A Closer Look” feature highlight the engineering that makes this structure such a marvel and helps beavers survive in the wild.
Robots help people in many situations. Some robots rescue people trapped by tornadoes or earthquakes. Others explore volcanoes and the seafloor. And some help scientists protect our environment. How might helper robots affect your life? Read this book to find out!
Kids love to read astonishing, absurd, and amusing facts such as these and then share them with their families and friends. Amazingly pointless, but verified, factoids will gear kids up to master Jeopardy and win at family trivia nights. Chapters will feature categories with kid-appeal, including animals, sports, planets, dinosaurs, toys, technology, strange foods, superheroes, unusual pets, fashion, movies, weather, and more. Every time kids pick up this book, they’ll learn something new. (Parents also might grab this book as a boredom buster.) Did you know . . . a blue whale’s tongue weighs nearly 6,000 pounds, about as heavy as an Asian elephant the world’s first underwater post office operated on the sea floor of the Bahamas in 1939 pogonophobia is the fear of beards (perhaps spurred by a study showing that beards contain more bacteria than dog fur) (Well, now you do!)
Offering a not entirely tongue-in-cheek comparison between dates and dogs, Nancy Furstinger argues that dogs are usually more reliable. Wry observations, clever quips & sly jokes help make the case that time spent with the pooch is rarely wasted - and unlike the date, your dog never forgets to call you back.
Created in consultation with teachers and public librarians, this fantastic collection of 101 ready-to-use book lists provides invaluable help for any educator who plans activities for children that involve using literature. Nancy J. Keane is the author of the award-winning website Booktalks—Quick and Simple (nancykeane.com/booktalks), as well as the creator of the open collaboration wiki ATN Book Lists. With 101 Great, Ready-to-Use Book Lists for Children, she provides another indispensable resource for librarians and teachers. The lists in this book are the result of careful consultation with teachers and public librarians, and from discussions on professional email lists. These indispensable reading lists can be used in many ways—for example, as handouts to teachers as suggested reading, to create book displays, or as display posters in the library. This collection will help educators support the extended reading demands of today's children.
The sides of a pyramid are made out of matching triangles. The pyramids of Giza, in Egypt, are more than 4,500 years old. Learn more about what pyramids are and what they are used for in Discovering Pyramids, a title in the 3D Objects series.
Did you know that a cylinder has two flat faces? Cylinders called pillars can support the roof of a building. Learn more about this shape in Cylinders, one of the titles in the Learn 3D Shapes series.
A sphere has no corners or edges. Planets look like giant spheres in space. Learn more about what spheres are and what they are used for in Discovering Spheres, a title in the 3D Objects series.
Everything parents need to help their kids succeed in social studies The only comprehensive social studies skill-building series available, the Get Ready! For Social Studies series equips proactive parents with the tools they need to help their children develop the core skills required to perform at grade level in social studies-related subjects. Geography focuses on major geographic concepts: what geography is, maps and globes, landforms, natural regions (biomes), human movement, human/environmental interaction, and economics.
Animals are both benefitting from and helping out the world of prosthetic science. Furstinger offers a glimpse into the cutting-edge technologies, such as 3D printing and brain-controlled prosthetics, that are helping to improve the lives of animals and humans alike. Full color.
Twenty-two easy crafts kids can make for their pets using inexpensive, easy-to-find materials. Humorous illustrations add to the clear, step-by-step format" Cf. Our choice, 2001
Modern wars recruit more than just human soldiers. Our canine companions also serve in the line of duty and under fire, whether helping police protect our home turf or accompanying soldiers on missions abroad. This collection features dogs profiled for their bravery, friendship, heroism, and devotion.
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