"When aspiring young scientists heat up one of their favorite meals or warm themselves by a campfire, they may wonder what invisible forces are at work. This . . . title will not only explain these forces but will also allow students to experience them! First . . . it explains key ideas of heat and energy, such as the three main ways heat travels. Then students are challenged to think like a scientist as they learn about the scientific method. Through this viewpoint, readers are then guided through 11 . . . experiments that range from a conductor contest to making ice cream in a bag at room temperature! Each activity features . . . illustrations, step-by-step instructions, and an explanation of important STEM concepts"--Provided by publisher.
"Discover the true story of a man who lived alone in the mountains with a hobby of measuring snowfall that led to groundbreaking data tracking in climate change studies"--Provided by publisher.
Introduces the various ways to determine time including calendars, clocks, stopwatch, and timer. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
"As a young boy walks nine kilometers to school, he travels through the mountain and rain forest landscapes of southern Chile"--Provided by the publisher.
"Most scientists believe Velociraptor was the fastest of all dinosaurs. But how can they know exactly how quick it was, how big, or how smart? After all, no one has actually seen one! Come along and find out lots of . . . facts in this . . . exploration of the Velociraptor--and see how the fierce, feathered creature compares in speed to some of today's animals, vehicles, and [humans]!"--Provided by publisher.
"Through much of human history, only a small, elite group escaped the hardships of poverty. Industrialization helped reverse that trend, and world poverty has been steadily decreasing for 200 years. However, is the total eradication of poverty possible? This book traces the history and understanding of poverty, explores the realities of those living in poverty around the world, and examines innovations designed to eliminate extreme poverty on a global level. Helpful graphics, photographs, and clear language break down this important issue for young readers"--Provided by publisher.
"Busy people need to keep track of time. A clock is used to measure seconds, minutes, and hours. Learn about different types of clocks and the history of clocks in 'Clock.'"--Back cover.
"A book for high school students about the history and applications of radiocarbon dating, and what it can tell us about the past"--Provided by publisher.
