Mars, our red neighbor, has captivated star-gazers' interest for thousands of years. And today we can explore it with rovers and probes. Beautiful photographs and illustrations present a history of Mars and its place in the solar system and will ignite a love of astronomy in young readers.

The distinction between planets and dwarf planets is explored in this fascinating volume. It discusses the most recent scientific discoveries along with the mysteries and questions they raise. Amazing illustrations make this book beautiful as well as informative.

There are millions of animals on this planet. Some fly with feathers, others swim under the sea. We use classification to keep them all straight. Follow along with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible and a recap at the end promotes checking for understanding to aid with comprehension....

From dandelions to dolphins, all living things are made up of the same itty-bitty things--cells. Discover the parts of a cell, the differences between plant and animal cells, how cells reproduce, and more. Follow along with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible and a recap at the end promotes...

Anyone with a dog or cat suspects that a "ruff" or "meow" is a kind of communication, but are animals actually talking when they make these noises? This informative book answers that question with achievable text. Vibrant images and helpful photographs aid readers in acquiring new vocabulary, while thoughtful explanations encourage young zoologists to keep asking questions and looking for answers about the amazing animal world.

Earth is our home, but we are always discovering new and exciting facts about it and its place in the universe. Readers will learn how our planet was formed and how it has changed across the millennia. They will gain an understanding of just how it fits into our solar system.

All living things need to make more living things. It's how we keep our world full of birds and bees, plants and people. Whether sexual or asexual, each living thing has developed a system for making offspring. Follow along with easy-to-understand content tied to the curriculum of upper-elementary and middle school students written at a 2nd to 3rd grade reading level. Dyslexia-friendly font and design make learning accessible and a recap at the end...

If a tree is a living thing, does that mean a wooden table is alive? If a cat is alive because it can run and chase a toy, does that mean a robot is a living thing because it can move? In this title packed with fun challenges, readers will consolidate their understanding of living, non-living, and things that used to be alive.

It's common knowledge that plants make their own food, but for some plants, that's not enough. They eat meat! Readers investigate meat-eating plants in this exciting guide to life science concepts such as adaptations, nutrients, and the relationship between carnivores and their prey. From exotic pitcher plants to the famous Venus flytrap, the accessible text and vibrant photographs introduce readers to a variety of meat-eating plants and the ways...

Self-defense is an important part of life in the natural world, and some plants have developed cool ways to keep themselves safe. Some, like cacti, have their own spikes and thorns. Others, like some nightshade plants, can poison animals - and people - who try to eat them. Readers discover these and other plant defenses as they independently explore the detailed text and accompanying diagrams. Clear labels and a helpful glossary allow readers to familiarize...