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"An illuminating guide to the scientific and technological achievements of the Middle Ages through the life of a crusading astronomer-monk . . . [the author] takes us on an immersive tour of medieval science through the story of one fourteenth-century monk, John of Westwyk. From multiplying Roman numerals to navigating by the stars, curing disease, and telling time with an ancient astrolabe, we learn emerging science alongside Westwyk, while following the gripping story of the struggles and successes of an ordinary man in a precarious world. An enlightening history that argues that these times weren't so dark after all, . . . shows how medieval ideas continue to color how we see the world today"--Provided by publisher.

This book is aligned to the 4-8th Next Generation Science Standards and was produced by a team of science education teachers and consultants.

Throughout history, people have both worshipped and feared the weather for its tremendous power. Weather has a role in culture, economies and even in how people interpret the concept of time. Weather is such an integral part of the daily routine that most people forget how truly powerful of a force weather actually is. Chances are, you check the weather quite often. If you play sports, have an outdoor school activity, or are planning an outing with your family, the weather is a factor. Even though the weather dictates a great deal regarding how we live our lives, very few of us stop to truly understand what weather actually is. This book teaches the six fundamental aspects of weather, and each book in The New Weather series provides very interesting information about everything you have ever wanted to know about weather and climate. Readers can explore how scientists study the weather, learn about weather-related careers, and explore some of the most extreme weather on our planet.

Extreme weather can be exciting and terrifying at the same time. More and more, extreme weather events are in the news. From hurricanes to heat waves, this book studies the most fascinating extreme weather events of all time and outlines the powerful forces that drive them. Learn about both blizzards and blazing hot temperatures, but also learn about weather events you may never have heard of. For example, do you know what a haboob is? This book covers everything from firenados to fata morganas, so be sure to read it from cover to cover. You can amaze your friends with all your extreme weather knowledge about some of our planet's most interesting phenomena. Each book in The New Weather series provides very interesting information about everything you have ever wanted to know about weather. Readers can learn weather fundamentals, explore weather-related careers, and learn how scientists study the weather.

Have you always been fascinated by the weather? If so, you could study the weather at a university. This fantastic book gives readers an overview of weather study. From fundamentals of meteorology to the latest state-of-the-art weather instrumentation, this compelling volume highlights how the weather is studied on land, in the oceans and even in space. You can even do your own experiments from home. Weather is such an integral part of the daily routine that most people forget how truly powerful of a force weather actually is. Why not study that powerful force of nature every day? Each book in The New Weather series provides very interesting information about everything you have ever wanted to know about weather. Readers can learn weather fundamentals, explore weather-related careers, and be amazed by some of the most extreme weather on our planet.

This middle-grade nonfiction book uses superheroes to explore how science is transforming our bodies and our experiences. This book breaks down how superhero traits have been reflected in technological innovations throughout history, and how they could appear in the future. Jetpacks and rocket belts can help us fly like Superman. Prosthetic limbs and lab-grown human tissue mirror the regenerative powers of Wolverine and Ms. Marvel. But readers are also invited to think critically about these incredible, and sometimes controversial, advancements--after all, with great power comes great responsibility.

Introduces young readers to the various jobs in the field of science, including crime scene investigators, paleontologists, and more.

"Take a look at the many ways that teams use STEAM to solve problems. From developing smartphones to creating images of black holes, there's nothing teams can't do when they work together!"--Provided by publisher.

"Learn physics on the fly with this activity-based book for ages 12 to 15 that explores the connections between science, sports, and entertainment!"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines the scientific principles behind some of your favorite characters, spells, items, and scenes from the Harry Potter universe, providing in-depth analysis and scientific facts to support its theories"--OCLC.