Sohn, Emily

"On the morning of January 10, 1917, thirteen determined women stood at the gates of the White House and held banners reading "HOW LONG MUST WOMEN WAIT FOR LIBERTY?" They were there to force President Woodrow Wilson to take notice of their demand for the right to vote. It was the first day of weeks of picketing, which would stop only when the women were arrested and jailed. Despite criticism from the public and mistreatment by public officials, the suffragists were determined to gain the right to vote. Their resilience and dedication fueled a movement that brought progress to the lives of women"--.

"Some dogs are black. Other dogs are brown. Some plants have purple flowers and others have white flowers. Living things have different traits that they pass onto their offspring. Let's investigate traits to learn more!"--Provided by publisher.

"Countless animals around the world are in danger of dying out[.] But why are species going extinct, and what happens when we lose them? In this nonfiction graphic novel, Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists are on a mission to find out. Using their superpowers and super-smarts, the team will break down this urgent issue into [a] . . . fact-filled adventure so young readers can learn about the causes and effects of animal extinction and endangerment and discover steps we can all take to save Earth's wildlife"--Provided by publisher.

"Using scientific inquiry, readers will learn how to sort a rock collection into the correct categories. Through everyday connections to science in the real world, see how rocks form, how they change over time, and how they look. Includes a note to caregivers, a glossary, a discover activity, and career connections, as well as connections to science history"--Provided by publisher.

"A seed falls from a plant. A mouse eats the seed. An owl eats the mouse. Each animal gets energy from its food. How does energy flow from one living thing to another? Let's investigate food chains and food webs!"--Provided by publisher.

"With help from his friends Ben and Eva, Astro the Alien learns about the extinct woolly mammoth by comparing it to living elephants and visiting an exhibit. Includes a note to caregivers, reading activities, and a word list"--Provided by publisher.

"With help from his friends Ben and Eva, Astro the Alien learns about the extinct T-Rex by visiting a museum exhibit and fossil dig site for kids. Includes a note to caregivers, reading activities, and a word list"--Provided by publisher.

"Using scientific inquiry, readers will learn about the different layers, types, and purposes of soil. Through everyday connections to science in the real world, decide what soil is best to grow a garden. Includes a note to caregivers, a glossary, a discover activity, and career connections, as well as connections to science history"--Provided by publisher.

Superhero Max Axiom uses the powers he obtained in a freak accident to explore the science of sound. Presented in graphic format.