Rookie read-about science

Explains the different parts of atoms such as protons, neutrons, and electrons and why they are called the building blocks of all matter on Earth.

Illustrations and brief text describe some of the different dinosaurs that lived millions of years ago.

A simple description of what magnets are and how they work.

Outlines the physical characteristics of turtles and tortoises, and examines how they are similar and different. Features fact boxes, a world map, a labeled diagram, color photographs, and a picture glossary.

Examines how remote control planes work, and how the technology is used today. Features color photographs, accessible text, an activity, a glossary, further resources, and a timeline.

Explains how tidal pools form and the types of plants and animals that inhabit them.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitats, life cycle, and behaviors of earthworms, and discusses how they are beneficial for the soil, plants, and animals. Includes additional facts about earthworms, suggestions for helping these creatures, an illustrated glossary, a link to additional resources, and an index.

Describes the weather patterns that define the summer season and discusses how plants, animals, and people respond to the change in weather. Includes color photographs and a glossary.

Examines how x-ray machines work, and how they are used today. Features color photographs, accessible text, an activity, a glossary, further resources, and a timeline.

Discusses the beneficial effects of bats, including their consumption of insects such as mosquitoes and their role in pollinating flowers. Also explores bats' role in the ecosystem, their life cycle, their hunting abilities, and different types of bats. Includes additional facts about bats, riddles, a quiz, ideas for helping bats, and a picture glossary.