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132 produkter
Saturn
E-bok, 2009
590 kr
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This book describes the planet Saturn, the sixth planet from the sun and the second largest planet in the solar system, after Jupiter. The text discusses Saturn’s distinguishing characteristics, its position in the solar system, its composition and atmospheric conditions, its moons and rings, and …
Moon
E-bok, 2010
590 kr
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This lively and informative book introduces beginning readers to the Moon''s orbit around Earth, phases of the Moon and eclipses, the Moon''s effect on tides, and more.
Solar System
E-bok, 2010
590 kr
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This lively and informative book introduces beginning readers to the planets, dwarf planets, asteroids, and comets that make up our solar system; the Sun as the center of the solar system; and more.
Sun
E-bok, 2010
577 kr
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This lively and informative book introduces beginning readers to the Sun, which is the center of our solar system and the system''s largest object. As a star, it has tremendous energy, which draws the planets into regular orbits, influences their weather systems, and provides the conditions for …
Dr. Seuss
E-bok, 2010
629 kr
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Did you know Dr. Seuss is not a real doctor? Dr. Seuss was the fun name chosen by writer Theodor Geisel.
Let's Look at Monarch Butterflies
E-bok, 2010
688 kr
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What insect has wings with orange, white, and black patterns? A monarch butterfly! But do you know what monarchs do in the fall? Or how monarchs change throughout their lives? Read this book to find out! Learn all about different animals in the Animal Close-Ups series—part of the Lightning Bolt …
Let's Look at Sea Otters
E-bok, 2010
673 kr
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What animal has thick fur, strong paws, and likes to swim on its back? Sea otters! But do you know where sea otters live? Or how they stay warm in cold water? Read this book to find out!Learn all about different animals in the Animal Close-Ups series—part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. …
Why Did the Pilgrims Come to the New World?
And Other Questions about the Plymouth Colony
E-bok, 2010
688 kr
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In December 1620, a group of English settlers stepped out of their boats and climbed up the shore to a point overlooking a small harbor. Known as the Pilgrims, they had traveled far on the Mayflower. Behind them was the vast Atlantic Ocean. Before them was the wilderness of North America. They …
Ambulances on the Move
E-bok, 2011
688 kr
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Its lights flash. Its sirens blare. This ambulance is on the move!What are an ambulance’s lights and sirens for? And who rides in the back of an ambulance? Read this book to find out!Learn all about mighty machines in the Vroom-Vroom series―part of the Lightning Bolt Books™ collection. With …
How Did Slaves Find a Route to Freedom?
And Other Questions about the Underground Railroad
E-bok, 2011
688 kr
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In the early 1800s, many black slaves in the southern states began to risk their lives to gain freedom in the North. They escaped from plantations with no money to buy food and no maps to help them find their way. They could travel only at night. If runaway slaves were caught, they could be beaten …
Exploring Black Holes
E-bok, 2011
708 kr
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What space objects can have millions of times more mass than our Sun, but they remain invisible? Black holes! Their gravity is so strong that not even light can escape. In this book, you''ll learn about one of the amazing wonders of space. As part of the Searchlight Books™ collection, this series …
Exploring Space Travel
E-bok, 2011
708 kr
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How long does it take to get into outer space? About nine minutes! Powerful vehicles carry people beyond Earth''s atmosphere in a short time. But astronauts train for years before they go on missions. In this book, you''ll learn about what it''s like to be an astronaut in space! As part of the …
Exploring the International Space Station
E-bok, 2011
708 kr
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What’s longer than a football field, weighs more than 450 cars, yet flies miles above Earth''s surface? It’s the International Space Station. In this book, you''ll learn how the station was built and how crew members live and work there. As part of the Searchlight Books™ collection, this series …
Who Were the Accused Witches of Salem?
And Other Questions about the Witchcraft Trials
E-bok, 2012
688 kr
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In June 1692, a jury in Salem, Massachusetts, found Bridget Bishop guilty of performing witchcraft. The only evidence against her was villagers'' testimony. As punishment she was publicly hanged. Meanwhile, local girls had been behaving oddly for months. They cried out of being pinched or choked by …
What Are the Articles of Confederation?
And Other Questions about the Birth of the United States
E-bok, 2012
688 kr
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In June 1776, colonial delegates to the Continental Congress began writing a document to set up a new country—with a government independent from Britain. The Articles of Confederation created a limited centralized government, with states keeping most of the power. After sixteen months of debate, …
Fabulous Fashion Inventions
E-bok, 2013
590 kr
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Did you realize that swimming suits used to weigh 22 pounds (about 10 kilograms)? Or that the first people to wear high heels were French royalty (even the king!) in the 1500s? Get ready to learn the amazing stories behind inventions you use every day. From the society woman who invented bras to …
Terrific Transportation Inventions
E-bok, 2013
590 kr
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Did you know that the world''s first submarine traveled the Thames River in England way back in 1615? Or that early cars had three wheels instead of four? Get ready to learn the fascinating stories behind inventions you use every day. From the motorcycle inventor who died while riding his creation …
Aerospace Engineer Aprille Ericsson
E-bok, 2015
590 kr
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Have you ever built a cool science project? In middle school, Aprille Ericsson won second place in a science fair. She knew she wanted to keep creating amazing science projects. As an adult, she became an engineer and works at NASA building spacecraft. Ericsson was one of the few girls in her …
Computer Engineer Ruchi Sanghvi
E-bok, 2015
577 kr
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Have you ever scrolled through a news feed on Facebook? Ruchi Sanghvi helped design this and other Facebook features. She joined Facebook—then a small Silicon Valley startup company—after moving from India to the United States to study computer engineering. With her help, Facebook quickly became …
Genetics Expert Joanna L. Kelley
E-bok, 2015
590 kr
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Have you ever solved a tricky puzzle? As kids, Joanna Kelley and her siblings had fun solving the math and science challenges their parents invented at the dinner table. Later, Kelly''s love of science puzzles inspired her to investigate the building blocks of life. Kelley became a geneticist, a …
Emperor Penguins
Antarctic Diving Birds
E-bok, 2016
573 kr
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See what an emperor penguin has in common with an Antarctic petrel. Learn what sets an emperor penguin apart from an osprey. Readers will compare key traits of emperor penguins—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle—to traits of other birds. Charts and sidebars support key ideas and …
Bald Eagles
Prey-Snatching Birds
E-bok, 2016
590 kr
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See what a bald eagle has in common with a spotted owl. Learn what sets a bald eagle apart from an osprey. Readers will compare key traits of bald eagles—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle—to traits of other birds. Charts and sidebars support key ideas and provide details. Through …
Ostriches
Fast Flightless Birds
E-bok, 2016
590 kr
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See what an ostrich has in common with a secretary bird. Learn what sets an ostrich apart from a merlin. Readers will compare key traits of ostriches—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle—to traits of other birds. Charts and sidebars support key ideas and provide details. Through …
Toco Toucans
Big-Billed Tropical Birds
E-bok, 2016
590 kr
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See what the toco toucan has in common with the tropical kingbird. Learn what sets it apart from the rock wren. Readers will compare key traits of toco toucans—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle—to traits of other birds. Charts and sidebars support key ideas and provide details. …
Pileated Woodpeckers
Insect-Hunting Birds
E-bok, 2016
577 kr
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See what the pileated woodpecker has in common with the wood thrush. Learn what sets it apart from the American flamingo. Readers will compare key traits of pileated woodpeckers—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle—to traits of other birds. Charts and sidebars support key ideas and …
California Condors
Wide-Winged Soaring Birds
E-bok, 2016
590 kr
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See what a California condor has in common with a turkey vulture. Learn what sets them apart from a brown-headed cowbird. Readers will compare key traits of California condors—their appearance, behavior, habitat, and life cycle—to traits of other birds. Charts and sidebars support key ideas and …
Flashing Fireflies
E-bok, 2016
531 kr
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Explore the fascinating life of fireflies, including information about their body parts and structure, their habitat and how it supports them, and their unique way of communicating. The book''s captions point out key visual details that readers can glean from the colorful photos, and helpful …
Slimy Snails
E-bok, 2016
531 kr
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Explore the unique aspects of snails, including their body parts and structure, their habitat and how it supports them, their diet, and what all that slime is used for. Captions pair with the book''s images to point out key visual details to readers, and chapter headings assist readers in locating …
Web-Spinning Spiders
E-bok, 2016
531 kr
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Learn about the many intriguing aspects of spiders, including their body parts and structure, their habitat and how it supports them, and how they use webs to catch their next meal. Captions point out key visual details that readers can glean from the book''s photographs, and chapter headings …
