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Does a research assignment fill your students’ hearts with dread? Now doing research can be sensible, worry-free, and even fun, with the help of Research for Writing! This series instructs young scholars in all the basics of conducting research, from determining which sources to use to setting up experiments and interviews, and from locating items in a library to exploring the Internet wisely. Lighthearted illustrations engage the eye as readers learn how to access the information at their finge
Imagine setting up a science lab in the middle of a rainforest, underneath the ocean or another extreme environment...In these mobile labs scientists can work in perfect conditions that lead to ground-breaking science discoveries––discoveries that will save our environment and further our knowledge of the world around us.
Her mother's third marriage is only hours old when all hope for Clare's fifteenth summer fades. Before she knows it, Clare is whisked away to some ancient cottage on a tiny marsh island on Cape Cod to spend the summer with her father--a man she hasn't seen since she was three. As Clare's father begins to reveal more about himself and his own struggle, Clare's summer becomes less of an exile and more of a return.
Have you ever eaten rice? Do you eat it every day? Do you know where it comes from? What we eat are grains of rice, called "Gu" in China. The husks of the grains are polished off, and the polished grains are called "Mi." Once those grains are cooked, they're called "Fan." A farmer has to raise all of the rice that we eat. Readers visit a farm and learn more about a hard-working rice farmer?s life.
From medicine and policing to space and deep-sea explorations, robots are on the rise. In fact, robots are taking over the worldÑbut is this robot revolution all-good? Readers will discover how robot technology is revolutionizing our world and get behind the rise of the machines too when they discover how they are making our world a better place in this high-interest, high-tech series.
The future is now. The next generation of amazing athletes is already taking over, and these young stars are gearing up to take their sports to new heights. Learn about these dynamic young players in Rising Stars. With engaging text, fact boxes, and action photographs, these books will prepare you to cheer on the biggest sports stars for years to come.
Social media's explosive growth has come with many benefits but it has also resulted in significant risks including addiction, deception, and bullying. This series explores those risks and the challenges of addressing them. All books feature real-world accounts, fully-documented quotes, and clear, thoughtful narrative.
Within the life of a river can be found the history of a planet and people. These volumes take readers on a fascinating journey as they travel the length of the world's great rivers, exploring their history and prominence while revealing each region's people and culture. Each title features vibrant colour photography and numerous maps that complement the accessible text.
Take a trip from the source to the mouth of some of the worldÎs wildest rivers! This series plots the path of each river, describing major landmarks and activity along the way. On the adventure, readers will learn about the riverÎs importance to the wildlife and humans it supports through levelled text and crisp photos. Special features help readers explore details about the riverÎs formation, cultural highlights, present-day projects, and more!
For thousands of years, the Elwha river flowed north to the sea. The river churned with salmon, which helped feed bears, otters, and eagles. The Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, known as the Strong People, were grateful for the river's abundance. All that changed in the 1790s when strangers came who did not understand the river's gifts. The strangers built dams, and the environmental consequences were disastrous.Sibert honoree Patricia Newman and award-winning illustrator Natasha Donovan join forces t