Polinsky, Paige V

"From mining tunnels to the Channel Tunnel, this book explores how they are built, how they are used, and the engineer's job to build and plan for them."--Provided by publisher.

"[Teaches young readers] about bridges. From truss bridges to suspension bridges, this book explores how they are built, how they are used, and the engineer's job to build and care for them"--Provided by publisher.

"[Presents the biography of] the developer of the yo-yo, Pedro Flores. Follow the story of Flores as he popularizes the toy through his Yo-Yo Manufacturing Company then teams up with Donald F. Duncan to create the Duncan yo-yo! Along the way readers will learn how yo-yos are made and how to 'walk the dog'"--Provided by publisher.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to basset hounds. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by the publisher.

"Young makers will discover what makerspaces are and how to hold maker events. Kids will decorate tennis shoes, design CD art, make reusable doodle tables, and more. Each project has color photos and easy-to-follow instructions. Special techniques and tips help kids make the most of their makerspace experiences"--Provided by publisher.

"Relevant images match informative text in this introduction to Cavalier King Charles spaniels. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"--Provided by the publisher.

Meet the monstrous Giant Centipede as it slithers through the rain forest! This book introduces the unique features of this wild animal including habitat, life cycle, physical characteristics, diet, threats, and defenses. Also included are a range map and a food chain diagram. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Table of contents; Detailed maps; Glossary of key words; Infographics.

Looks at the life of Charles B. Darrow, the creator of the Monopoly board game.

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the designer of Pok??mon, Satoshi Tajiri. Follow the story of Tajiri as he founds Game Freakmagazine which turned into Game Freak video-game development company and the creation of the Pok??mon video games, trading cards, television series, and Pok??mon Go! Sidebars, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the inventor of Rubik's Cube, Erno Rubik. Follow the story of Professor Rubik as he invents the Magic Cube and moves past its disappointing flop in Hungary to winning Toy of the Year and international success as Rubik's Cube. Sidebars, historic photos, and a glossary enhance readers' understanding of this topic. Additional features include a table of contents, an index, a timeline and fun facts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.