Scientific american educational publishing (885 resultados)

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Paperback. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. The light show a rainstorm can put on is one of nature's most captivating phenomena. Not only is lightning a spectacular visual display, it also holds immense electrical power. It can turn sand into glass, boil water, and cause trees to explode. This volume sparks curiosity and illuminates the science behind lightning strikes. Through engaging fact boxes and illuminating graphic organizers, students uncover the causes and effects of lightning as well as the cultural myths and legends that have surrounded it for millennia. A list of age-appropriate books and websites provides a jumping-off point for further independent research. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Animals aren't the only fossils you can find! For scientists, plant fossils tell the story of what the prehistoric world may have looked like. Through these fossils, scientists have even discovered ferns that were around when the dinosaurs were! Readers will discover how plants they may know today have evolved from plants that came before and how a plant becomes a fossil in the first place. With photographs of real plant fossils, readers will get up-close to fossils they might not have seen before. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Spotting a rainbow in the sky can prompt awe and happiness, regardless of how many times someone has seen this phenomenon. Myths about rainbows and their significance have been told for thousands of years. Today, scientists know exactly why these beautiful arches appear, and the explanation is as intriguing as the legends. Readers discover how raindrops and sunlight combine to create stunning arcs of color and learn about the fascinating optical principles that make rainbows possible. Vivid full-color photographs and fascinating fact boxes deepen students' understanding of the science that creates these enchanting illusions. "Rain is an important part of our planet's weather. It helps plants grow, gives people and animals water to drink, and helps clean the air. Rain can also give us rainbows. These don't help the planet, but they're very pretty to look at!"-- Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. They're only the size of the tip of your thumb, but the bite of a brown recluse spider is full of venom! This volume is full of facts about these fierce arachnids, how they live, and what to do if you find yourself face-to-face with the fearsome brown recluse. Vivid photographs of the creatures are accompanied by age-appropriate text and fact boxes, as a graphic organizer allows readers to fully immerse themselves in learning about the spiders and their lifestyles. Readers also discover the harmful impact of climate change on these animals, and what can be done to protect their habitats. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Kangaroo mothers give birth to live babies after just 33 days of gestation! Then, babies--whose hind legs haven't fully developed yet--climb into their mother's pouch to drink special milk and continue to develop. This fascinating life cycle is detailed for readers in this volume, all told through age-appropriate language and content. Full-color photographs and fun fact boxes supplement the main content and a graphic organizer clearly shows the kangaroo life cycle from beginning to end to aid readers' understanding. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Although their name is misleading, shooting stars enjoy a rich history in human folklore. Thanks to advancements in society, today we know exactly what shooting stars are and why we can see them. However, this knowledge does not take away from the awe of this phenomenon; instead, it enhances it. From the science behind meteoroids entering Earth's atmosphere to the ancient myths and modern-day wishes associated with these celestial events, readers unravel the mysteries and magic of shooting stars. Informative graphic organizers and full-color photographs give students a more thorough understanding of the science behind this beautiful natural display. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Giant huntsman spiders have earned their name. They are the world's largest spiders by leg span! They are unique in that they don't build webs and they hunt their prey like many other predators by catching it themselves. Through full-color photographs of these fascinating creatures and engaging text, readers explore the world of the giant huntsman to learn how and where they live, and just how large these monster creatures can grow. Age-appropriate fact boxes and a helpful graphic organizer guide readers on their spider expedition! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Parenthood doesn't sound joyful for an octopus: Mother octopuses don't eat while taking care of her eggs, and neither male nor female octopuses live long after they have babies. Still, this fascinating life cycle gives readers a look at one of the many ways animals reproduce and thrive--strange as it may seem. Full-color photographs and a graphic organizer enhance age-appropriate language and science content. Fun Fact boxes include even more odd octopus information, engaging readers and aiding understanding. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. It's possible that some kinds of adult mayflies live a day--or less! How can this be and allow mayflies to still exist as a species? Readers learn the answer to this question and more strange information about the short life cycle of a mayfly in this book. With full-color photographs and a graphic organizer with life cycle steps clearly labeled to aid understanding, the book presents science content in age-appropriate language and detail. Fun Fact boxes supplement the main content, engaging both science lovers and bug enthusiasts. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Skeptical readers may not think a spider could take down and eat a bird, but this volume certainly proves it. Goliath bird-eating spiders stalk their flying prey, though--despite their name--they mostly eat insects and other easier-to-hunt victims. Vivid photographs of these creepy crawlers are featured throughout the volume, as accessible text and fact boxes guide readers to knowing all about the spiders at an age-appropriate level! Although they might cause the hair on readers' arm to rise, Goliath bird-eating spiders are harmless to humans and only bite when they're scared. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. As their name would tell you, trap-door spiders build burrows that double as slick traps they use to catch a tasty meal. These cunning eight-legged terrors hide at the bottom of the burrow and wait for dinner to show up at their door. Readers learn all about these spiders' feeding habits and lifestyles through exciting photographs and accessible text that will have them turning each page in anticipation! Readers see how trap-door spiders differ from other relatives in the arachnid family as they engage with a helpful graphic organizer and fact boxes that add more information about the world of trap-door spiders. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Native to Australia, funnel-web spiders are named for their funnel-shaped webs. Some animals that might find themselves in this web include beetles, cockroaches, and even frogs! This volume takes a look at these fascinating spiders, exploring how they build their funnel-shaped burrows and where they like to live. There are more than 40 kinds of funnel-web spiders, and many are extremely poisonous! Full-color photographs and exciting fact boxes guide readers in learning all about the spiders, as a graphic organizer aids visual learners' comprehension. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Although they're small, black widows have venom about 15 times more powerful than that of a rattlesnake! With their distinctive black bodies and red hourglass shape on their abdomens, black widows send chills down the spines of those afraid of spiders and their poisonous bites. Readers learn all about these fascinating creatures in this volume, such as where they live, what they eat, and what they use their venom for. Graphic organizers and fact boxes guide readers through the world of black widows, and full-color photographs present a close glimpse at these creepy crawlers! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. While dinosaur bones and petrified plants might interest some young paleontologists, many want to know where humans came from! Through this up-close look at human fossils, readers will learn the history of some of the most famous human fossils. Then, through age-appropriate text exploring what we know about human prehistory, readers will learn how humans connect to other animals. With photographs bringing the details to life, and fact boxes adding more need-to-know information, readers will dive into the fascinating world of fossils. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…