Boothroyd, Jennifer

Explains the basic properties of matter through looking at everyday experiences and direct observation.

An illustrated introduction to our sense of hearing, describing its importance, how ears work, the ways sound can be effected by emotions, and more. Includes instructions for a related activity.

An illustrated introduction to our sense of smell, describing its importance, how the nose works, good and bad smells, and more. Includes instructions for a related activity.

An illustrated introduction to our sense of sight, describing its importance, describing how eyes work, the things people can see, and more. Includes instructions for a related activity.

An illustrated introduction to our sense of taste, describing its importance, how the tongue distinguishes between bitter, salty, sour, and sweet tasting things; why people have different tastes and preferences; and more. Includes instruction for a related activity.

An illustrated introduction to our sense of touch, describing its importance, how it works, our ability to feel temperatures and textures, and more. Includes instructions for a related activity.

"Learn all about making money. Discover different types of jobs, ways to start a business, and how to get paid even more"--Provided by publisher.

"A huge fish slowly swims with its big mouth open wide. The basking shark is collecting tiny plankton to eat. Although it is the second-biggest shark in the world, this gentle giant doesn't attack any other animals. It just swims around eating plankton! Dive in to learn more about this where the basking shark lives, how it interacts with other fish, and why humans are a threat to this . . . ocean animal"--Provided by publisher.

"A speedy hunter quietly swims below a group of fish, then jumps up and takes a bite. The mako shark is one of the fastest swimmers in the ocean. It chases other fish for miles until it can attack them with its sharp, pointy teeth. Dive in to learn more about the life of mako sharks and why humans are a threat to this incredible fish"--Provided by publisher.

"There are so many options on how to spend money. We can buy an ice cream cone or a new book. We can spend money on haircuts and movie tickets. Develop early money management skills and learn how to spend money and stay smart"--Provided by publisher.