Jack and Annie continue their quest for the secrets of happiness in order to save Merlin. This time, the Magic Tree House takes them to the one continent they haven't visited before: Antarctica. Illustrations.
Exceptional nonfiction for children from two of the mosttrusted names in science education: Seymour Simon and theSmithsonian Institution.
What was the purpose of the Revolutionary War? What is theDeclaration of Independence? What was it like to live in the 13colonies? This guide provides answers to these questions and more."A great place to begin research for a report."
Penguins certainly are a different bird! They spend seventy–fivepercent of their lives in water and they can’t even fly! Penguinsare classified as birds because they have feathers. So explore apenguin’s world by finding out how they can swim so fast, what theyeat, and how people need to help protect their habitats. Includes:o Smithsonian mission statement o Glossary o Index o Website andadditional reading sources o Series thumbnails on back pan
Jack and Annie are on their second mission to find--andinspire--artists to bring happiness to millions. After traveling toNew Orleans, Jack and Annie come head to head with some realghosts, as well as discover the world of jazz when they meet ayoung Louis Armstrong!
Accompanied by NASA photographs and Dorros's colorful, livelydrawings, the text explains the Earth's rotation in clear andsimple terms. An experiment using a lamp as the 'sun' furtherclarifies the principles introduced.
Blue Ribbon Blueberry Pie. If the bear cubs gather enough nuts,seeds and blueberries, Mama Bear has agreed to make her special,li p-smacking-good pie. Each time they fill their baskets, the cubs count berries, seedsand nuts by putting them in groups of tens and ones to see if theyhave enough for pie. Everyday activities such as sharing a meal, sorting socks andgetting ready for school can be part of learning math. In theMathStart Series, everyday life is the basis for each entertainingstory. Simple math concepts are embedded in each story so thatyoung children can intuitively understand them. Adults can use thecreative suggestions for activities in the back of each book toextend learning opportunities with children. Developmentally appropriate and correlated to school grade levelsand the curriculum standards of the National Council of Teachers ofMathematics, MathStart can give children a head start!Blue RibbonBlueberry Pie is the best—but do these bear cubs have enoughingredients to
At Rabbit's pajama party everyone is eating pizza, tellingscary stories, and curling up in their sleeping bags. And whatthese friends do first, next, and last demonstrates the mathconcepts of sequencing -- the logical order of events.
Exceptional nonfiction for children from two of the mosttrusted names in science education: Seymour Simon and theSmithsonian Institution.
Scream down the Dare-Devil coaster! Whirl around in theTwin-Spin Cars! Follow eleven friends as they divide to fill up theseats on their favorite carnival rides.
Did you know that lightning bolts can be over a mile long? Orthat they may come from clouds that are ten miles high? Storms canbe scary, but not if you know what causes them. Before the nextthunderstorm, grab this book by veteran science team FranklynBranley and True Kelley and learn what causes the flash, crash,rumble, and roll of thunderstorms
Have you ever eaten part of a flower? You have if you haveeaten an apple! Find out how an apple grows from bud to flower tofruit--ready for you to pick!
THE CAT IN the Hat puts to rest any notion that money grows on trees in this super simple look at numismatics, the study of money and its history. Beginning with the ancient practice of bartering, the Cat explains various forms of money used in different cultures, from shells, feathers, leather, and jade to metal ingots to coins (including the smallest—the BB-like Indian fanam—and the largest—the 8-foot-wide, ship-sinking limestone ones from the Islands of Yap!), to the current king of currency, paper. Also included is a look at banking, from the use of temples as the first banks to the concept of gaining or paying interest, and a step-by-step guide to minting coins. A fascinating introduction is bound to change young reader’s appreciation for change!
The sun shines down on us, giving warmth and light. But didyou know that the sun also makes the seasons? As the earth makesone complete rotation around the sun every year, the seasons on theearth change -- from winter to spring to summer to fall and back towinter again. Find out how the light from the sun affects life onthe earth for all living things in this look at the only star inour solar system.
Merlin has asked Jack and Annie to help on another "MerlinMission." This time they head back into history to Venice, Italy.With the help of a research book, a book of magic rhymes, and a setof mysterious instructions from Merlin, the heroes will save thebeautiful city from a flood! Here’s another Magic Tree House bookthat will engage kids with history, magic, and nonstop action frombeginning to end.
Captain Invincible and his intrepid space-dog, Comet, are on aperilous journey back to Earth! Throughout their mission, the fearless captain and his caninesidekick encounter asteroids, poisonous gas, and alien beings. Butwill their knowledge of three-dimensional shapes, including cubes,cones, and pyramids, help our heroes navigate past these obstacles-- and make it safely home?
See the eight different types of bears, Discover where bearslive, Find out what bears like to eat Learn more than thirtyfun facts about these furry mammals Level 1 includes short, simple sentences with familiar words andrepetition, large type for reading comprehension, a single strikingphotograph on every page, and basic information every child shouldknow. Ages 6+
JACK AND ANNIE continue their quest for the secrets of happiness--secrets they need to save Merlin. This time, the Magic Tree House takes them to the one continent they haven't visited before: Antarctica What can they hope to learn about happiness in such a barren place? Only the penguins know for sure …… Jack and Annie are about to find out "From the Hardcover edition."
