biology

"Grow your own yogurt, understand how humidity affects our hair, and use candy to learn about hunting . . . In each of the ten biology-focused projects in this book, a background section explains the science topic at work, materials are listed, and clear step-by-step instructions are given. An observations section helps young scientists understand their results. Several projects include science fair ideas and expanded versions of the experiment to engage readers further. [Includes[ a discussion of the scientific method"--Provided by publisher.

Animal bodies truly have some amazing adaptations. Sometimes we're so accustomed to them that we don't realize how fascinating they are. That may be the case with shedding. Cat or dog hair around the house may seem commonplace until we consider the pet's body is preparing for a new season. And anyone who has found a snakeskin abandoned on the ground will realize what a remarkable adaptation molting is. This accessible book explains the concepts of molting and shedding and highlights the animals that undergo these processes. Memorable images of wildlife and a graphic organizer help readers retain important science content.

People aren't the only organisms that need to clean up! Grooming is an animal adaptation that helps species survive. In this engaging book, readers will learn about kinds of animals that groom each other and why. They'll learn how lions are the only big cats that live together and how grooming helps them bond. They'll also learn similar information about birds, primates, horses, and other creatures. Beautiful photographs of these animals grooming each other in the wild will attract animal lovers. At-level and appealing text supports emerging readers and the elementary science curriculum.

Some animals like to live alone. Many big cats, such as tigers, will even fight others to keep their territories to themselves. But even solo animals will find a mate at times. This thought-provoking volume provides the answers that animal lovers are seeking about how creatures find mates and why. The most interesting animal information is presented through clear, at-level text that emerging readers will find motivating and achievable. The elementary science content is supported by a graphic organizer and beautiful images of animals and their mates in the wild.

Focuses on the importance of birds and the extinction crisis, what is threatening birds, what we can do to help birds, and what is already being done to combat the bird extinction crisis.

Discover some of the planet's deadliest habitats and the incredible organisms that survive within them. In this gripping book, readers will explore living processes at their rawest and the science behind biomes in the battle for survival on Earth.

Discover how predators and their prey create ferocious food chains in some of the world's most challenging biomes. In this gripping book, readers will explore living processes at their rawest and the science of food chains and webs in the battle for survival on Earth.

An empty stomach can expand by 500% when you start filling it with food! This and other amazing facts about the human body are presented in a creative and compelling way in this unique guide to basic biology and anatomy. Fun facts and memorable statistics are the basis of the text, and readers are sure to share the amazing information they've learned with others. Large, colorful images are also helpful sources of additional details -- with photographs and illustrations filling the pages. Infographics and graphic organizers break down important processes and highlight important percentages as part of the eye-catching design.

Crunch it! Learn about coral-eating parrotfish through narrative nonfiction, fun facts, infographics, a glossary, and more!.

Buddy up! Learn about clownfish and their sea anemone friends through narrative nonfiction, fun facts, infographics, a glossary, and more!.