Ivancic, Linda

"The development of civilization hinged on the ability of mankind to turn soil into useful tools and beautiful objects. Students can learn about the history of tool-making technology, from the cooking utensils of the ancients to the multipurpose ceramics of today. They can also learn how different peoples created works of art from the earth that helped define their cultures"--Provided by publisher.

Readers are shown evidence of animal adaptation and the complexity of the food chain in this book, and the major impact one unchecked species can have on human life and the environment.

Introduces readers to the science of waves, explaining the physics behind the phenomenon through graphs and activities.

What Is Wind? introduces readers to the science behind that question, explaining the physics behind the phenomenon through graphs and activities. Easy-to-understand summaries following each chapter highlights the most important points for review.

"What is the color spectrum? Introduces readers to the science behind that question, explaining the physics behind the phenomenon through graphs and activities."--Provided by publisher.