research

"Alone in the rainforest, Joe is suddenly caught in a tropical storm. He uses his science skills to observe the habitat around him to build shelter, find food, and search for help."--Provided by publisher.

Text and color photographs explore ghost hunters, those that study the paranormal and unexplained events.

Presents a biography of Jane Goodall, one of the world's best known scientists and activists.

A collection of firsthand accounts from military personnel, pilots, and government officials who claim to have witnessed or had interactions with UFOs.

An account of how scientists tracked down the origins of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.

"Introduces readers to primary sources. Includes a hands-on activity related to media literacy"--Provided by publisher.

Guides students in creating unconventional research projects to foster curiosity and discourage copying, while incorporating standards in writing, reading comprehension, and information literacy.

Following a team of researchers, examines what is causing a decline in the population of little brown bats.

Examines quantitative models and methods in ecology, behavioral ecology, evolutionary biology and conservation; explores the core concepts shared by these related fields using tools and practical skills such as experimental design, generating phylogenies, basic statistical inference, and persuasive grant writing.