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Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. In the late 1800s, Thomas Edison created a lamp that could glow for more than 13 hours, solving a problem that had defeated many inventors in the past. But in order to invent the light bulb, Edison had to study the work of other inventors who came before him. And to this day, engineers continue to build upon this history of invention, resulting in the long-lasting light bulb technologies available today. From Sir Henry Davy's early discoveries about electricity's potential to produce light, to the LEDs of today, this book explores the invention and evolution of the light bulb. This book supports national and state science standards by exploring the invention and evolution of the light bulb. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Saturn is famous for its remarkable rings, and this gas giant also has dozens of moons. More are still being discovered! These moons leave many mysteries for scientists to unravel. For example, the moon Titan is home to lakes of methane. With simple, straightforward language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring the fascinating planet of Saturn. Using clear, concise language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring Saturn and its spectacular rings. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Of all the planets in our solar system, Neptune is the farthest from the Sun. Because it's so far away, its daytime light would seem very dim by Earth standards. Neptune has 16 moons and at least five main rings. With clear, concise language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring the ice giant Neptune. Using clear, concise language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring the ice giant Neptune. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Uranus is the seventh planet from the Sun, and it's one of only two ice giants in our solar system. Uranus is tilted in a way that makes it look like it's spinning sideways, almost like it's rolling. Uranus has two sets of rings and almost 30 known moons. With clear, concise language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring the intriguing planet Uranus. Using clear, concise language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring the ice giant Uranus. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. John Starley built the first modern bicycle, a pedal-powered contraption with two wheels of about the same size that stayed upright more easily than earlier models. But in order to achieve this feat of innovation, Starley had to study the work of other inventors who came before him. And to this day, engineers continue to build upon this history of invention, resulting in the sleek road bikes and rugged mountain bikes ridden today. From Baron Karl Drais Von Sauerbrun's draisine in the early 1800s to the BMX bikes ridden in the X Games today, this book explores the invention and evolution of the bicycle. This book supports national and state science standards by exploring the invention and evolution of the bicycle. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. This compelling biography examines the life of Benjamin Franklin. Told in clear, concise language, the book explores the most significant events of Franklin's life, covering his role in helping to draft the Declaration of Independence, his work as a statesman during the American Revolution, and his fascinating contributions to science. This biography covers the life of Benjamin Franklin before, during, and after the American Revolution. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Alexander Graham Bell first successfully spoke to Thomas Watson over his telephone device in 1876. But in order to invent the telephone, Bell had to study the work of scientists who came before him. And to this day, engineers continue to build upon this history of invention, resulting in the sleek, powerful smartphones in use today. From Charles Bourseul's early idea to send sound waves through wires, to the cell towers of today, this book explores the invention and evolution of the telephone. This book supports national and state science standards by exploring the invention and evolution of the telephone. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Henry Ford envisioned designing an automobile that anyone could buy. Because of Ford's innovations in car manufacturing, the automobile became a popular and commonplace means of transportation. But in order to achieve this world-altering feat, Ford had to study the work of other inventors who came before him. And to this day, engineers continue to build upon this history of invention, resulting in the variety of automobiles driven today. From Nicolas-Joseph Cugnot's steam-powered vehicle in the 1700s to the fully electric cars in production today, this book explores the invention and evolution of the automobile. This book supports national and state science standards by exploring the invention and evolution of the automobile. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Venus is the second planet from the Sun, and it's Earth's nearest neighbor. Venus can easily be seen in the night sky without the help of a telescope. Venus doesn't have any moons, but it does have a unique pattern of orbit and rotation. It takes Venus longer to rotate on its axis than it does to orbit around the Sun--meaning that its day is longer than its year! With simple, straightforward language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring the fascinating planet of Venus. Using clear, concise language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring Earth's nearest neighbor, Venus. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. This compelling biography examines the life of Thomas Jefferson. Told in clear, concise language, the book explores the most important events of Jefferson's life, covering his work drafting the Declaration of Independence; his historic service as the first secretary of state, the second vice president, and the third president of the United States; and his role in acquiring the Louisiana Purchase. This biography covers the life of Thomas Jefferson before, during, and after the American Revolution. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. This fascinating biography examines the life of Nathan Hale. Told in clear, concise language, the book explores the most important events of Hale's life, covering his early years, his role as a military officer during the American Revolution, and the spy mission that led to his execution by the British. This biography covers the life of Nathan Hale, including the spy mission that led to his execution during the American Revolution. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Mars is the only planet where humans have sent rovers to help us learn about its landscape. Iron minerals in the dirt give Mars its distinctive red color. Long ago, Mars was covered with water, and scientists continue to look for signs that life may once have existed there. With clear, concise language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring the intriguing planet Mars. Using clear, concise language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring Mars, the red planet. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. This fascinating biography explores the life of George Washington. Told in clear, concise language, the book examines the most important events of Washington's life, covering his early years, his military leadership during the American Revolution, and his historic role as the first president of the United States. This biography covers the life of George Washington before, during, and after the American Revolution. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. This intriguing biography explores the life of Samuel Adams. Told in clear, concise language, the book examines the most important aspects of Adams's life, covering his early years, his role as a delegate to the Continental Congress, and his contributions to the American Revolution. This biography covers the life of Samuel Adams before, during, and after the American Revolution. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun. It's extremely hot during the day and extremely cold at night, and Mercury's surface is similar to Earth's Moon. But Mercury doesn't have any moons of its own! With simple, straightforward language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring the fascinating planet Mercury. Using clear, concise language, this book supports state and national science standards by exploring the fascinating planet Mercury. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. The Parthenon. Zeus, Aphrodite, and Athena. The Iliad and the Odyssey. The influence of the ancient Greeks is frequently referenced in modern life. In clear, straightforward language, this book explores the compelling history of ancient Greece. From philosophy to mathematics, from literature to architecture, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the significance of this ancient civilization. This book explores the fascinating history of ancient Greece. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. In any ecosystem, there are complex relationships between organisms that each play an important role in keeping the whole system healthy. Some living things are producers, such as plants, which create their own food through photosynthesis. Others are consumers, such as animals that gain energy by eating other organisms. And some are decomposers, like bacteria or fungi that break down organic waste. Using clear, concise language, this book explores the nuanced relationships between the organisms in a food web. Using clear, straightforward language, this book supports national and state science standards by exploring how living things are connected through food webs. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condición: new. Hardcover. The dynasties of ancient China left behind significant cultural influences that can be seen to this day across modern China. In clear, straightforward language, this book explores the fascinating history of ancient Chinese civilization. From dynastic rulers to the basics of daily life, from technology to religious practices, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of ancient China. This book explores the fascinating history of ancient China. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.