Math is everywhere - in nature, in machines, in space and even in us! At first, it might not be obvious but this cross-curricular series leads young readers all around our mathematical world. Using a topic-based approach each title explores and explains how math can be found in almost everything we do.
There’s a new kid in school. Will he be a good team player at Field Day or will he drag down the fun? Find out how the Twins make him feel welcome. Book 8 in the series.
Troop 552 is excited for the concert. But the lead singer gets sick and it takes quick action to save the music! Book 7 in the series.
When it looks like their vacation is going to be really boring, space racers save the day until the race comes to a roadblock! Can the Twins pull out all the stops to rescue the race? Book 6 in the series.
Trudy and Tina make a great team and are excited about the Winter Carnival. But will there be enough snow and ice? Discover how the twins save the day for everyone. Book 5 in the series.
Who doesn't enjoy a party? And when the party is Ms Bicklblorb's wedding, it's got to be fun. Grab a party hat! Book 4 in the series.
It's time for the Troop 552 sleepover on Saturn. What can possibly go wrong? Get ready for the chills and thrills. Book 3 in the series.
Today the class is headed home from a field trip when the Space Bus has a problem. Ms Bickelblorb must make a landing on the mysterious planet Earth. Readers will enjoy the fun on the unexplored planet. Book 2 in the series.
Today the class is going on a field trip to Mars. What can possibly go wrong? Readers will enjoy the fun on the Red Planet. Book 1 in the series.
Astronaut Clayton Anderson spent 152 days in space aboard the International Space Station--and while he didn't mail dozens of letters back to Earth (they would have burned up on reentry!), imagine if he did! These letters from space are full of weird science, wild facts, and outrageous true stories from life in space, complete with hysterical illustrations from Susan Batori. Backmatter includes even more interesting information on space, astronauts, and living among the stars.
A required standard for understanding space and our planets. How many, the order from the sun. How we identify planets
Curious children may wonder why the moon seems to change from day to day. The Moon in a Month explains why, and describes each of the moon’s phases.
There are billions of stars in our galaxy, the Milky Way, and billions more throughout the universe. Read how stars are made of burning gases and what holds these gases together. Read about constellations and star maps and which star travelers have used for centuries to find their way.
This book builds beginning vocabulary in space science. It's very helpful for elementary science prep, and focuses on the things we see in space and sky.
Learn about telescopes and other tools used to explore space.
Vibrant images and a simple introduction about galaxies and the universe lead the reader into a tour of our Sun and all 8 planets as well as the dwarf planets in our solar system and what lies beyond the eighth planet, Neptune.
Young readers will learn how our closest star is a powerful energy source that provides life to plants and animals.
Young children see the moon, but do they really know anything about it? This book follows the standards required for beginning science and what students should understand about the Earth’s moon.
This book challenges young readers to look beyond Earth and consider the billions of objects that share our universe.
Learn how planet Earth spins in our solar system, and try a simple experiment that demonstrates day and night.
An incredible look at the planet Mars through some amazing photography, its relationship to Earth and our solar system, and the future of its exploration.
Read about the Sun and the Moon, and how they change positions in the sky throughout the day. Find out what else can be seen in the sky.
With simple text and bold infographics, teaches beginning readers about space robots and their role in our world.
The My Guide to the Planets series introduces early readers to the planets in our solar system. Each book is told from the planet's perspective, providing a unique and fun approach to science learning. In this book, meet Saturn and learn all about why he is called the ringed planet. Through simple sentences, emerging readers will learn technical facts and develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, and an author biography.
The My Guide to the Planets series introduces early readers to the planets in our solar system. Each book is told from the planet's perspective, providing a unique and fun approach to science learning. In this book, meet Venus and learn all about why she's called Earth's sister planet. Through simple sentences, emerging readers will learn technical facts and develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, and an author biography.