Provides readers with an engaging introduction to friction. With colorful spreads, clear text, helpful diagrams, and a "Science in Action" activity, this book offers an exciting look at physics in the real world.
Kirjailija
Joanne Mattern
Kirjat ja teokset yhdessä paikassa: 357 kirjaa, julkaisuja vuosilta 2001–2027, suosituimpiin kuuluu Tom Holland. Vertaile teosten hintoja ja tarkista saatavuus suomalaisista kirjakaupoista.
357 kirjaa
Kirjojen julkaisuvuodet: 2001–2027.
From the British surrender in Yorktown to the Civil War to Women's Suffrage and the fight for Civil Rights, one powerful witness to American history played an important role. Discover why the old cracked bell in Philadelphia is still one of our nation's most-loved symbols.
One of the most visited places in North America, Grand Canyon National Park is like an open window to Earth's geologic history. The carving of the canyon's walls by erosion left a cross-section of the Earth's crust from millions and millions of years ago. See for yourself how grand and beautiful this gorgeous gorge really is.
Iran is a country with a long and at times troubling history. Its region was home to some of the earliest civilizations. This book examines what it is like to live in Iran today, from its history to its environment, leisure activities, and geography. Using colorful photographs sure to engage young readers, this is an excellent book to introduce young people to a different culture around the world.
National Geographic Kids Readers: Farm Animals
Joanne Mattern
National Geographic Kids
2017
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Adult and child readers will learn all about adorable farm animals together in this new Co-reader from National Geographic Kids. Level 1 books are just right for kids who are beginning to read on their own
Spain is a vibrant country with a unique culture and history. From castles to kings to today, this book details what it is like to live in Spain. Through vivid photographs and an appealing design, it explores some of the country's most important aspects, such as government, leisure, environment, and food.
Bring the history of Florida to life through intriguing primary source documents! Florida's Economy: From the Mouse to the Moon is a text that describe the history of the important industries and businesses that have contributed to Florida's economy including railroads, agriculture, Disneyworld, NASA, the tourism industry, and more. Used in the classroom or at home, this high-interest resource builds literacy and vocabulary skills for students. This nonfiction reader explores history, economics, geography, and other social studies topics. It also includes informational text features such as a glossary, headings, and an index.
Exploring Florida's Geography, Culture, and Climate
Joanne Mattern
Teacher Created Materials
2016
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Bring the history of Florida to life through intriguing primary source documents! Exploring Florida's Geography, Culture, and Climate is a nonfiction reader that provides social studies content aligned to state standards. Used in the classroom or at home, this high-interest book includes engaging images and important text features such as captions, an index, and a glossary. Explore Florida's culture with this resource that builds vocabulary and literacy skills, while learning history, geography, and other social studies topics.
This title examinesTwitter, the social networking website. Readers will learn aboutcompany history and development, howTwitteroperates, issues the company faces such as cyberbullying, and its impact on society. Key components such as tags and hashtags are also explored. Color photos accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a company profile, mini bios of company founders, timeline, fast facts, informative sidebars, andsection on online safety. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
This title examinesInstagram, the photo and video sharing website. Readers will learn aboutcompany history and development, howInstagramoperates, issues the company faces such as inappropriate content, and its impact on society. Key components such as filters, Instagram Direct, and Boomerang are also explored. Color photos accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a company profile, mini bios of company founders, timeline, fast facts, informative sidebars, andsection on online safety. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
This title examinesFacebook, the social media website. Readers will learn aboutcompany history and development, howFacebookoperates, issues the company faces such as cyberbullying, and its impact on society. Key components such as News Feed and Like are also explored. Color photos accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a company profile, mini bios of company founders, timeline, fast facts, informative sidebars, andsection on online safety. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Lightbulbs (Rookie Read-About Science: How Things Work)
Joanne Mattern
C. Press/F. Watts Trade
2015
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How does a lightbulb work? Press a button. Flip a switch. And - like magic - light fills a room. It's all thanks to the humble lightbulb. This book introduces readers (Ages 6-7) to the simple science of the lightbulb. And it explains how science has continued to improve upon the little glass bulb that so brightens our world.
Most of the time, water is a good thing. However, too much water can be a very dangerous thing. Floods are deadly. Every year, thousands of people around the world are killed or injured in floods. Some people drown when they are swept away by the water. Others are killed by debris in the water. It is important to learn all you can about floods so you will know how to deal with this devastating disaster. This title will allow students to describe the overall structure (e.g., chronology, comparison, cause/effect, problem/solution) of events, ideas, concepts, or information in a text or part of a text. - Bolded keywords - Text based questions - Content Sidebars - Disaster guide
In Tunnels, readers will explore the use of super structures around the world and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school. The Engineering Wonders series takes readers on a historical journey and focuses on the construction of amazing man-made structures and their effects on society. Each 48-page title features full-color photographs, fascinating sidebars, a timeline, a glossary, a list of websites, and comprehension and extension questions. This series engages learners while also reinforcing concepts and helping them strengthen their reading comprehension skills
In Bridges, readers will explore the use of super structures around the world and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school. The Engineering Wonders series takes readers on a historical journey and focuses on the construction of amazing man-made structures and their effects on society. Each 48-page title features full-color photographs, fascinating sidebars, a timeline, a glossary, a list of websites, and comprehension and extension questions. This series engages learners while also reinforcing concepts and helping them strengthen their reading comprehension skills
Introduce students to what it takes to be a good leader using this Spanish-translated nonfiction book. Engaging, primary source documents and images that support the text will inspire children to practice being a good leader Early readers will build their literacy skills and social studies content knowledge while learning about leadership.
Introduce students to what makes a good citizen and why it is important. In this Spanish-translated nonfiction book, readers will learn what they can do to be good citizens, what leaders do to help citizens, and the rules that good citizens follow. With primary source documents and images to support the text, students will be engaged and inspired, as they build their literacy skills and social studies content knowledge.
In this title, unwrap the life of talented Gatorade inventor, Robert Cade Readers will enjoy getting the scoop on this Food Dude, beginning with his childhood in San Antonio, Texas. Students can follow Cade's success story from his education at the University of Texas to his career in the U. S. Navy and with the University of Florida Gators football team. Cade's family and his retirement years are also highlighted. Engaging text familiarizes readers with topics of interest including the first Gatorade shower and the Gatorade Sports Science Institute. An entertaining sidebar, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index, supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Ben & Jerry: Ice Cream Manufacturers: Ice Cream Manufacturers
Joanne Mattern
Checkerboard Library
2015
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In this title, unwrap the lives of talented Ben & Jerry's Homemade ice cream manufacturers, Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield Readers will enjoy getting the scoop on these Food Dudes, beginning with their childhood in Merrick, New York. Students can follow their success story from Greenfield's education at Oberlin College and Cohen's job at Highland Community School to their various jobs in between. Cohen and Greenfield's efforts to open their first scoop shop in Burlington, Vermont, and their progressive business perspectives are also highlighted. Engaging text familiarizes readers with topics of interest including Free Cone Day, One World One Heart Festival, and the Ben & Jerry Foundation. An entertaining sidebar, a helpful timeline, a glossary, and an index, supplement the historical and color photos showcased in this inspiring biography. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
While reading The Old Fort at St. Augustine, students will learn about the fort that has undergone many battles, victories, and restorations. This 32-page title uses a variety of teaching components to help young readers strengthen their reading comprehension skills. The Symbols of Freedom series will allow students to explain events or concepts in a historical, scientific, or technical text, using language that pertains to time, sequence, and cause versus effect. Each title features photographs, maps, and informational sidebars that work with a Show What You Know section to help readers build their understanding of the topic.