"Everything is made of matter! But what is matter? Anything that takes up space is matter. Matter can be a water, liquid, or gas. These are the states of matter."--Provided by publisher.
"A scientist named Sir Isaac Newton wondered why things fall to the ground. He knew that forces made objects fall and move. Newton described three Laws of Motion to explain what happens when objects move"--Provided by publisher.
Introduces numerous weather scientists, called meteorologists, who study and report weather, recounting the historical progress in meteorological study and the inventions that have increased the accuracy of weather prediction.
Presents dramatic dialogue for early readers that relates a children's story in which a lazy grasshopper turns to the ants for pity when he is hungry during the winter. Includes tips for performing.
Tells the story of Sojourner Truth, discussing her childhood as a slave, and looking at her work to secure the rights of all women after she gained her freedom; and includes a timeline.