Exploring science

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Rocks, gems, and minerals

1995
Describes the planet Earth from its molten core to its thin crust, and from its fiery origin millions of years ago to today. Includes do-it-yourself activities that show how much people rely on rocks, gems, and minerals in their day-to-day existence.

Major organs

sustaining life
2007
Discusses how each of your organs work within various systems to regulate your body's functions, an important job that is necessary for you to live.

Minerals

from apatite to zinc
2005
Explains what minerals are, describes their elements and properties, and identifies ore minerals and minerals found in rocks.

Plant cells

the building blocks of plants
2006
Describes the structure and functions of plant cells; presents a look at plant reproduction, covering mitosis and meiosis; and explains how plant cells are studied.

The periodic table

mapping the elements
2007
An introduction to the periodic table that provides a brief history and explores the elements, how they are grouped, and their relationship with one another. Includes a glossary, trivia, and a list of resources.

Animal cells

smallest units of life
2006
Presents a short study of cells, how they work together to help the body to breathe, digest food, and heal injuries.

Plants

1992
Explores many aspects of the plant world, including the structure, functions, reproduction, and growth of plants. Includes projects and experiments.

Exploring habitats

1993
Discusses plant and animal habitats, greenhouses, adaptation, and air pollution damage. Includes activities and study questions.

Exploring forces and structures

1992
Text and experiments explore various forces and their effect on the world, including friction, resistance, gravity, and movement.

Natural resources

using and protecting earth's supplies
2005
Identifies some of the natural resources that exist in the world, describes the difference between renewable and nonrenewable as related to natural resources, discusses the need to conserve fossil fuels, and examines alternative energy sources.

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