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Discover the inspiring story of Marie Curie - the scientist who made more than one world-changing discovery, and the first woman to win a Nobel prize - in this fascinating kids' biography.Born to poor school teachers at a time when women could not attend university in her home country of Poland, Marie Curie sought out an underground university and worked hard to save money for further study in Paris. She made it to France, and continued to dedicate herself to science once she had graduated. In search of new radioactive elements, she undertook physically exhausting work with materials that were later found to be incredibly dangerous. Having finally discovered polonium and radium, the Nobel prize that should have been hers was first awarded to her husband - but Marie eventually won the fame she deserved.This biography, ideal for kids aged 7-11, charts the major events of Marie's life, from her childhood in Poland, when she discovered her love of science using the lab kit her father brought home from his school, to coining the term "radioactive" and developing mobile radiology units that helped treat countless injured soldiers in the First World War.

"The Authorized Ender Companion" is a complete and in-depth encyclopaedia of all the persons, places, things, and events in Orson Scott Card's Ender Universe. Written by Jake Black under the editorial supervision of Card himself, "The Authorized Ender Companion" will be an invaluable resource for readers of the series. If you ever wondered where Ender went after he left Earth, before he arrived at Lusitania, you'll find the answer here. If you ever wondered how the battle room worked, you'll find the answer here. If you forgot the names of the people were who discovered the descolada, the answer is here. The history of Gloriously Bright's world? Here. "The Authorized Ender Companion" contains all that and more. There are character biographies, time-lines, colony histories, and family trees.

Dive into the most mysterious waters around the world (if you dare) in Spooky Lakes, an illustrated nonfiction book from TikTok star and educator Geo Rutherford. An instant New York Times bestseller!From Geo Rutherford—the creator of the hit series Spooky Lake Month (over 65 million likes!)—comes this thrilling nonfiction book that plumbs the depths of 25 unusual lakes around the world.Backed by extensive research and packed with all-new content—including eerie and eye-popping watercolor illustrations in full color—Spooky Lakes takes readers on an adventure through weird and wild waters.Some of Earth’s strangest—and creepiest—wonders lie deep below the surface...There’s Lake Natron, a Tanzanian lake so briny that its waters can mummify any creature that touches its surface; Lake Maracaibo, a Venezuelan tidal bay where a constantly brewing storm sends an average of 28 lightning bolts per second into the water; and at the bottom of Lake Superior, the crew of the USS Kamloops—which mysteriously disappeared in 1921—remains somehow almost perfectly preserved to this day.Readers will learn not only about the science of hydrology, but why understanding the natural world is crucial to protecting it from pollution and climate change.Includes a glossary, bibliography, author’s note, and index.Includes These Spooky Lakes:Lake Superior (United States and Canada)Roopkund Lake (India)Lake Karachay (Russia)Lake Nicaragua (Nicaragua)Nyiragongo Lava Lake (Democratic Republic of the Congo)Toxic Lake (Romania)Yellowstone Hot Springs (Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, United States)Kaindy Lake (Kazakhstan)Cenotes (Mexico)Jellyfish Lake (Palau)Kaali Crater Lake (Estonia)Kawah-Ijen (Indonesia)Lake Vostok (Antarctica)Lake Maracaibo (Venezuela)Lake Nyos (Cameroon)Pitch Lake (Trinidad)Spirit Lake (Washington, United States)Qiandao Lake (China)Lake Chagan (Kazakhstan)Underwater Brine Lakes (Gulf of Mexico)Lake Natron (Tanzania)Crater Lake (Oregon, United States)Lake Guatavita (Colombia)The Shaft (Australia/near Mount Gambier)Lake Baikal (Russia)

Discover how the books that defined ornithology changed the way we see birds – and why they matter more than ever today. The Ornithologist’s Library is a richly illustrated history of the most influential works in bird study, from early naturalists to modern field guides. Exploring landmark texts by figures such as John James Audubon and Gilbert White, it reveals how art and literature have shaped our understanding of avian life across centuries. At a time of accelerating biodiversity loss, this book shows how these works continue to inspire conservation and deepen our connection to the natural world, including:  A chronological journey from ancient manuscripts to contemporary ornithology classics. Key authors and thinkers who transformed bird science and conservation. Stunning visual material, including high-quality illustrations and rare archival material. A global perspective spanning Western and non-Western contributions. Contemporary relevance, linking historical books to modern conservation efforts and challenges. Beautifully produced and deeply engaging, this is both a celebration of ornithological literature and a call to recognise the vital role birds play in our ecosystems. Step into the library that shaped our understanding of birds and discover why their story is so essential.

Get an inside look at Colorado’s rich history, from the time of early American Indians to the Colorado Gold Rush to today. This engaging social studies book is four chapters, covering major events, people, and time periods in Colorado history. It includes a glossary, extension activity, guided reading questions, and other exciting features. Colorado’s History covers the early history of American Indians in Colorado through the exploration of the territory, its path to statehood, westward expansion, developments in technology, and other important events throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. This reader combines vibrant pictures and illustrations with rich text to craft a detailed account of Colorado, from 14,000 years ago to modern times.

Explore the Mile High City including the High Plains, the Rocky Mountains, and the Colorado River that runs through the plateau! This engaging social studies book includes four chapters focusing on Colorado, covering the regions, geography’s effect, movement, and a master mountaineer. It includes a glossary, extension activity, guided reading questions, and other exciting features.Colorado’s Geography covers the regions of Colorado plus the climate, tourism, people, and more. This book combines stunning pictures and illustrations with detailed text to explore Colorado’s most important landscapes and landmarks.

From fur traders to miners to wind power inventors, learn how Colorado’s economy has changed through history. This engaging social studies book includes four chapters focusing on Colorado, covering economic incentives, the economy, financial literacy, and Fannie Mae Duncan. It includes a glossary, extension activity, guided reading questions, and other exciting features. Economics in Colorado explains basic economic principles such as incentives and disincentives, supply and demand, opportunity costs, investments, profits, and more. This book not only provides meaningful connections to students’ lives, but it also crafts a fascinating account of Colorado’s diverse economy.