Megan Borgert-Spaniol

Kids will explore one of Earth's important energy resources with Water Energy Projects from the history of water energy, to how we use it today. They'll use water energy to spin a bottle, build a water mill, and more. Each project includes color photos and easy to follow instructions. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles. Super Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...

Tiny bristles called setae help earthworms burrow several feet into the ground. The earthworms bring nutrients and minerals to the surface, and on the way, their tunneling aerates the ground. Discover just how valuable these soil-stirrers are in this book for young learners.

Nothing says "bonding" like picking bloodsucking pests from your neighbor's fur. Baboons of the same troop develop strong relationships this way, often beginning and ending each day with a grooming session that can last hours. Learn what baboons are up to the rest of the day in this introductory title.

You want a super snack, but you're in a hurry. What do you do? Become a 15-minute foodie and quickly feed that hunger! Use a microwave to make crispy Parmesan bites. Slice fruit to create a rainbow bagel. These quick, fun, yummy recipes will be ready to snack on in 15 minutes or less. Using basic kitchen supplies and techniques and step-by-step instructions, young chefs will prepare tasty and healthy snacks in no time at all!

Orangutans spend much of their time in quiet solitude. That is, unless they've just given birth. Babies spend several years with their mother, clinging to her back as she swings from branch to branch in search of food. Learn more about the orangutan's treetop life in this fact-filled title.

Es el día de la actividad física en la clase de gimnasia. Dev trabaja mucho y hace su mayor esfuerzo para saltar, trepar, correr y más. Este libro se combina con el título de no ficción Mi mayor esfuerzo. It's fitness day in gym class. Dev works hard and tries his best to jump, climb, run, and more. This Spanish book pairs with the nonfiction title Mi mayor esfuerzo.

A popular cartoon co-star, the roadrunner is known for its speed. Roadrunners can run up to 18 miles per hour! They live up to their name, spending most of their time running on the ground and only flying when necessary. Young readers will learn how these birds survive and whether they really do have to escape wily coyotes.

Despite their tough reputation and huge claws, grizzly bears would rather eat roots and berries than hunt for food. But that doesn't mean they won't attack when an animal's in their territory. Grab this title for young readers to learn more, but be careful you don't get too close!

This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Kamala Harris. Readers learn about Harris's early life, her education through law school, and her career trajectory from deputy district attorney, district attorney, US Senator, to her election as the first African American and first female vice president of the United States. Features include a timeline, glossary, fun facts, online resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

Lola y Lupe se turnan el primer lugar cuando juegan en el tobogán, y esperan con paciencia su turno para usar los columpios. Este libro se combina con el título de no ficción Juego limpio. Lola and Lupe take turns going first when playing on the slide, and wait patiently for their turn to use the swings. This Spanish book pairs with the nonfiction title Juego limpio.