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Regardless of how the Earth changes, there will always be some records of the past left. These records are not always written in books. Most of the time, they will be in the nature all around you. Ice cores, tree rings and fossils record events of Earth's history, including plate movements, volcanic eruptions, and cycles of deposition and erosion. Start reading today!
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Explore the deepest parts of the oceans and the vast space of the solar system in this science study guide. This quick guide provides tidbits of the most important information about the plants in the solar system, select marine life, and desert and forest animals. Perfect for third graders, this is the ultimate guide that ensures easy absorption of broken-down information. Buy a copy today.
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Food systems can range from simple to complex. You have the food chain, which is one-directional and the food web, which includes many players. We're going to tackle the basic definitions and accompany them with visual guides too. The color and image appeal will make this book the perfect learning companion.
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Who loves food? We do! This food book bears interesting facts that kids would love to know. The purpose of this book is to encourage healthy eating by letting kids know what happens when certain kinds of food enter the body. Of all the facts presented in these pages, which one do you like best?
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If you look at Earth from outer space, you will notice that it has greens on its surface. Those are the forests. Forests are important because millions of life forms thrive in them. In fact, humans also depend on forests for food, shelter and medicinal requirement. This book will shed some light on interesting facts about forests that all kids should know about.
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What goes on in the watery worlds of fresh and saltwater? This exciting book of nature will give you some clues. Your child will be learning some cool facts about the fresh and saltwater ecosystems in this pretty picture book. Learning with visuals will help boost the rate of information absorption. So what are you waiting for?
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The forest is big and mysterious. It is home to many different kinds of plants and animals. In this book, we're going to go deep into the forest to try to understand how animals help the forest grow. Reading will open your mind to unfamiliar worlds. It will also grow your knowledge of the natural world. Grab a copy today!
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How can the puzzling game of puzzles benefit young minds? Well, puzzles boost general knowledge, and improve vocabulary as well as spelling, logic and problem-solving. But the main advantage of introducing this activity early in life is that it helps children learn with game-based learning. What this translates is that fun and learning become one. So don't forget to secure your copy now!
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Did you know that plants and animals react to change similar to humans? In this book, you will read about how plants and animals behave as a result to environmental changes. Read about situations where they go through behavioral and structural adaptations. Some of these adaptations even affected the genetic structure of plants and animals! Isn't that amazing?
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Here's a yummy book of experiments for would-be scientists! Composed of scientific ideas to do with food, this book will make an addictive addition to your child's collection. Of course, since we're working with food and some cooking, adult supervision is required. Encourage your child to never stop learning.
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The world is keen to protect the coral reefs. Why? The coral reefs provide shelter to all kinds of sea creatures. If they die, life below the sea will become very difficult. It is important to educate the young about the whole new world under the sea. This beautiful nature encyclopedia will be just the right tool to use!
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Thinking of a cool way to introduce ecosystems to your kids? Why don't you let them discover some cool facts all on their own by letting have a copy of this pretty picture book! Learning is made much more effective with the help of the right resources. By right resources, we mean interesting materials that combine kid-friendly texts and attractive images. This book is a perfect example.
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The coral reefs are very important environmental structures but they need your love and care. The purpose of this workbook is to introduce the wonderful benefits of coral reefs, with the hope that such knowledge will spur action later on. The use of pictures and select texts make this workbook perfect for kids. Buy a copy today!
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The subject of this book is light and optics, with focus on the science of lenses. It will take off with an explanation of what lenses are and how they work. From there, you will learn about how lenses are directly affected by the behavior of light. Lastly, you will read about the types of lenses that you use in everyday life. Begin reading and learning today.
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In this chemistry book, let's take a look at the Halogens, Noble Gases and Lanthanide and Actinides. These may seem like tongue twisters but they're actually pretty cool once you get to know them. Chemistry can be fun and easy if you have the right book to guide you. This is an example of the right book for you. So grab a copy today!
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Who came up with chemical names and why were they not named like you and me? Naming chemical compounds is the work of the chemists who discovered them. This 6th grade chemistry book provides a refreshing insight into the subject, with well-placed texts and matching images.
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Waves move differently. In this book, your third grader will be learning about the sound waves - how they move and how they travel across different surfaces. At the end of this book, your child should be able to correctly identify the characteristics of sound. Secure a copy for your child to enjoy beginning today.
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There is science behind every action, even the simplest like opening a door. This book serves as a brief introduction to force by explaining the relationship between a push and a pull. The first chapter will explain what force is. It is then followed by establishing the relationship between force and motion. Lastly, you will be reading about gravity and how it affects everything all forces and actions on Earth.
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Is chemistry too difficult to understand? Not if you have this educational book around! Composed of select information on molecules and presented in a child-friendly format, this book will definitely capture your child's attention. You can use this educational resource as a refresher for school lessons or as an introduction to analytic chemistry. Grab a copy today!
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