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11) Weather
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What is weather and climate? In this Weather title, readers will learn the answer to that question along with its causes, processes, effects, and why it is important. They will also be introduced to John Dalton, a meteorologist. Bright, full-page photos fill the book, with easy-to-read text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles.
12) The Rock Cycle
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What is the rock cycle? In The Rock Cycle title, readers will learn the answer to that question along with its process, effects, and why it is important. They will also be introduced to James Hutton, a petrologist. Bright, full-page photos fill the book, with easy-to-read text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
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In August 2017, Hurricane Harvey hit the United States. This Category 4 hurricane brought devastating winds and rain. Catastrophic flooding occurred in Houston, Texas, and throughout much of Harris County as well in as parts of Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Arkansas. Descriptive, informational text takes readers through the progression of events during the hurricane and its aftermath.
14) Minerals
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How do minerals form? In this Minerals title, readers will learn the answer to that question along with its causes, processes, effects, and why it is important. They will also be introduced to Friedrich Mohs, a mineralogist. Bright, full-page photos fill the book, with easy-to-read text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...
15) Earthquakes
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How do earthquakes form? In this Earthquakes title, readers will learn the answer to that question along with its causes, processes, effects, and why it is important. They will also be introduced to Charles Richter, a seismologist. Bright, full-page photos fill the book, with easy-to-read text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles.
16) Wind Energy
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Kids will explore an exciting energy resource with Wind Energy. This book covers one of Earth's energy resources, including where it comes from, how we develop and use it, and how it helps power the world. Bright, full-page photos fill the books, while easy-to-read text introduces young readers to key STEM concepts. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles.
17) Exploring Caves
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Throughout history, people have always explored new frontiers. Adventure, fame, and scientific discovery have all driven humans to forge into the unknown. This title examines the exploration of caves. Easy-to-read, engaging text takes readers into the world's deepest caves, examines the explorers who journeyed to these dark, dangerous chambers, and traces the development of the technology and techniques that made this exploration possible. Well-placed...
18) The Southeast
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Investigates the Southeast region, including the wetlands and swamps, civil rights, and Cajun food. The Regions of the U.S.A. series introduces young readers to the five regions of the United States with information on geography, history, government, economy, and culture. These five titles enhance readers' understanding of each region through lively text, fast facts, and appealing images and maps.
19) The Northeast
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Presents the Northeast region, including the mountain ranges and coastline, regional history, and tourism. The Regions of the U.S.A. series introduces young readers to the five regions of the United States with information on geography, history, government, economy, and culture. These five titles enhance readers' understanding of each region through lively text, fast facts, and appealing images and maps.
20) The Midwest
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Explores the Midwest region, including the rolling plains and farmland, big climate changes, and hot dish. The Regions of the U.S.A. series introduces young readers to the five regions of the United States with information on geography, history, government, economy, and culture. These five titles enhance readers' understanding of each region through lively text, fast facts, and appealing images and maps.
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