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How plants make their own food

2024
Photosynthesis is an essential beginner biology concept, and young readers are introduced to it in an accessible way as they discover how plants make their own food. The clear and focused text breaks down challenging topics using language that's easy for elementary readers to understand, and a glossary defines unfamiliar terms. Activities are also included to show readers that science is fun and the natural world is meant to be explored with care and respect. Colorful photographs of a variety of plants captivate readers, and detailed diagrams allow visual learners to develop a stronger understanding of this life science lesson.

How do we use light?

2022
"Light is all around us. What is light? Where does it come from? How does it help us see? Readers investigate and read straightforward text accompanied by . . . photos to learn all about light"--Provided by publisher.

What is light?

2019
Readers learn about the basic science of light and how it works.

Spark, shine, glow!

what a light show
"A look at what light is and how it affects our world"--.

Light waves

2020
"[Teaches readers] about the properties of light, how light energy fits into the electromagnetic spectrum, the role light plays in nature, and the ways humans manipulate light to meet their needs"--Back cover.

Mole in a black & white hole

2021
"A . . . tale about searching for beauty and light in the world around us"--Provided by publisher.

Light and sound

2022
"In [this book], early fluent readers will learn how light and sound and the physics behind them impact our universe every day. Color photos and . . . leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the laws, history, and applications of these foundational STEM concepts"--Provided by publisher.

Lights day and night

the science of how light works
2021
"Blink, blink. What's that? A firefly! Such a tiny insect, but its light seems so bright in the darkness. Light is something we take for granted--especially in the age of electricity. Where does light come from? How does it work? What is it made of? This book answers all of these questions, taking young children on a journey of scientific discovery and offering a charming and gentle introduction to light and all its mysteries. Kids will learn: how light is an energy that we can see; how all life on our planet depends on light from the Sun; how light helps us to communicate with others; how light waves travel in a straight lines and how they absorb, reflect and refract; how some animals can see at night; how we often use light to celebrate!"--OCLC.

Experiments with light

2022
The science of light is presented to readers in a fun and fact-filled way in this guide to conducting simple experiments. Essential background information is given to readers through age-appropriate text and helpful diagrams. Readers are then encouraged to take what they?ve learned and apply it in a hands-on way.

Understanding and using visible light

2022
"This book is about physics and the spectrum of light, focusing particularly on visible light"--Provided by publisher.

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