Science: Informational Text
Deserts may seem like harsh, uninhabitable places, but they support a diverse quantity of plant and animal life. And, they aren't always hot! Deserts serve an important role in Earth's existence, too. Readers learn about hot and cold deserts alike, as well as semi-arid and coastal deserts. From the Horned Lizard to the Saguaro cactus rooted in rich soil, the desert biome will amaze readers.
A forest is unlike any other biome on Earth. There are many life cycles found within a forest. Learn about the energy pyramid that explains the numbers of forest plants and animals. Learn about threats to these lively forests and how they thrive and survive!
This vibrant science title gives readers insight into how they can form healthy habits. Be a healthier you!
This high-interest nonfiction reader will help students gain science content knowledge while building their literacy skills and reading comprehension. This appropriately leveled text features hands-on, simple science experiments and full-color images and graphics. Fourth grade students will learn all about plant reproduction through this engaging text that supports STEM education and is aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards.
Readers learn all about tropical and temperate rainforests and the differences between these two unique biomes. Rainforests are filled with wonder and mystery, from the tall trees in the canopy to the dark and damp leaves on the forest floor. The plants and animals that inhabit these rainforests are varied and exotic. They depend on the rainforest, as does the rest of the world.
What helps you stand up strong? What keeps you from flopping like a noodle on the floor? What gives your body its shape and protects your heart and brain? It is your bones, of course! Read all about them in this colorful, engaging title.
Perhaps nothing is more frightening than seeing a forest fire rage out of control. Sometimes, however, fires are set intentionally to benefit the environment. Readers will learn what fire is, how it burns, and how fires can both help and harm the areas they affect.
Hurricanes plague the tropics from June through November. Some years bring just a handful of storms. Other years, meteorologists run out of names because there are so many. Readers learn how and where these storms form and the dangers they pose to the land and people who live in Gulf and Atlantic coast regions.
Explore the world's oceans with this vibrant nonfiction science reader for students ages 6 to 12 (grades 2-4). Oceans examines how oceans cover 70?percent of Earth's surface, supports marine life, and shape coastlines, cliffs, bays, tide pools, reefs, and the interplay between land and sea. With detailed photographs, maps, and clear text, students will deepen their understanding of ocean biomes, waves, tides, and coastal geography. This resource builds both science and literacy skills and is ideal for classroom science units, reading centers, or home exploration.Nonfiction science reader for ages 6-12 and grades 2-4Explains ocean biomes, tides, waves, coastlines, and marine ecosystemsUses visual supports like maps, photos, and diagrams to enhance comprehensionBuilds science vocabulary and encourages inquiry into Earth systemsExcellent for integrating into earth science lessons, guided reading, or independent study
A pond may seem quiet and subdued, but this unique ecosystem is filled with active life cycles. Students learn what distinguishes a pond from other bodies of water, the plant and animal life within it, and how their life cycles contribute to the pond itself.
How does a liquid become a gas? Through evaporation! Evaporation helps make puddles disappear after it rains. In this book, learn all about evaporation and how it happens.
This science reader introduces students to the life cycle of plants. With bright, engaging images, it details the parts of plants and how plants grow and thrive. With easy-to-read text, this book teaches students important scientific concepts and vocabulary terms including habitat, adapt, and the parts of plants. Aligned to state and national standards, the book contains nonfiction text features like an index, a glossary, captions, and bold font to keep students connected to the text. A hands-on science experiment helps students apply what they have learned and develops critical thinking skills.
Ice cream is a solid. But when it melts, it becomes a liquid. Solids can change to liquids and back again by melting and freezing. Read this book to learn what happens when heat and cold and solids meet.
Louis Pasteur is the scientist who first began pasteurization. This engaging Spanish biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Pasteur and how he had a major impact on the world of food science. Along with learning about Pasteur's dedication to studying various molds, bacteria, and yeast, readers will be encouraged to discover even more through a simple and stimulating lab activity!
Louis Pasteur is the scientist who first began pasteurization. This engaging Spanish biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Pasteur and how he had a major impact on the world of food science. Along with learning about Pasteur's dedication to studying various molds, bacteria, and yeast, readers will be encouraged to discover even more through a simple and stimulating lab activity!
This high-interest nonfiction reader will help students gain science content knowledge while building their literacy skills and reading comprehension. This appropriately leveled text features hands-on, simple science experiments and full-color images and graphics. Fourth grade students will learn all about plant reproduction through this engaging text that supports STEM education and is aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards.
This high-interest nonfiction reader will help students gain science content knowledge while building their literacy skills and reading comprehension. This appropriately leveled text features hands-on, simple science experiments and full-color images and graphics. Fourth grade students will learn all about the solar system and the universe through this engaging text that supports STEM education and is aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards.
This book introduces students to the things that humans need to live: food, shelter, water, and air. With images that are easy to identify and clear, simple sentence structures, this science reader simplifies scientific concepts for young students as they improve their reading skills. A fun and easy science experiment and Your Turn! activity provide more in-depth opportunities for additional learning. Nonfiction text features include a glossary and an index. Engage students in learning with this dynamic text!
This book introduces students to the things that humans need to live: food, shelter, water, and air. With images that are easy to identify and clear, simple sentence structures, this science reader simplifies scientific concepts for young students as they improve their reading skills. A fun and easy science experiment and Your Turn! activity provide more in-depth opportunities for additional learning. Nonfiction text features include a glossary and an index. Engage students in learning with this dynamic text!
Asteroids and comets shoot straight through space. They just look like bright lights with tails, but there is much more to these fascinating objects! Learn all about asteroids and comets in this book.
Asteroids and comets shoot straight through space. They just look like bright lights with tails, but there is much more to these fascinating objects! Learn all about asteroids and comets in this book.
What helps you stand up strong? What keeps you from flopping like a noodle on the floor? What gives your body its shape and protects your heart and brain? It is your bones, of course! Read all about them in this colorful, engaging title.
Earth is a 32-page nonfiction book designed for early elementary readers to explore our planet's land, water, air, and life. As part of a science-focused series, this title uses simple text and vivid images to explain Earth's systems, including weather, soil, oceans, and ecosystems. The book is ideal for Grades 1-3, supporting STEM learning and independent reading. Planet Focus: Introduces landforms, water bodies, and air.Earth Systems: Explains how nature's elements interact.STEM-Aligned: Supports foundational science skills.Visual Tools: Glossary and labeled illustrations aid learning.Format: 32-page resource for Grades 1-3 readers and classrooms.
Lungs is a 32-page nonfiction book written for early elementary students to help them explore the important role lungs play in the human body. Through simple explanations and clear images, this book introduces young readers to how lungs work, why we breathe, and how oxygen moves through the body. Ideal for Grades 1-3 science instruction or independent reading. Respiratory System: Explains lung function and breathing.Oxygen Use: Shows how lungs deliver oxygen to the body.Visual Aids: Includes diagrams and real-life images.Health Education: Encourages care of the respiratory system.Format: 32-page book for Grades 1-3 science and literacy use.
Lungs is a 32-page nonfiction book written for early elementary students to help them explore the important role lungs play in the human body. Through simple explanations and clear images, this book introduces young readers to how lungs work, why we breathe, and how oxygen moves through the body. Ideal for Grades 1-3 science instruction or independent reading. Respiratory System: Explains lung function and breathing.Oxygen Use: Shows how lungs deliver oxygen to the body.Visual Aids: Includes diagrams and real-life images.Health Education: Encourages care of the respiratory system.Format: 32-page book for Grades 1-3 science and literacy use.
There is a bright light in the night sky. Sometimes it is round like a ball, sometimes it is a crescent, and sometimes it is not there at all! What is this strange and changing thing? It is the moon, of course! Read all about our moon and the moons surrounding other planets in this book.
Muscles is a 32-page nonfiction book that introduces young readers to the muscular system and how it supports movement and strength. Through accessible explanations, real-life examples, and dynamic visuals, students learn about the different types of muscles, how they work together with bones, and the importance of keeping muscles healthy. Perfect for early science education and health awareness. Function: Describes how muscles support body movement.Muscle Groups: Introduces key muscles and their roles.Types of Muscles: Explains voluntary and involuntary muscle function.Visual Support: Includes vivid photos and labeled diagrams.Educational Focus: 32-page book ideal for science and health learning.
Muscles is a 32-page nonfiction book that introduces young readers to the muscular system and how it supports movement and strength. Through accessible explanations, real-life examples, and dynamic visuals, students learn about the different types of muscles, how they work together with bones, and the importance of keeping muscles healthy. Perfect for early science education and health awareness. Function: Describes how muscles support body movement.Muscle Groups: Introduces key muscles and their roles.Types of Muscles: Explains voluntary and involuntary muscle function.Visual Support: Includes vivid photos and labeled diagrams.Educational Focus: 32-page book ideal for science and health learning.
How do we learn about the world around us? One good way is to use our senses. Our senses give us five different ways to explore the world. But how do they do that? Read this book to find out!
How do we learn about the world around us? One good way is to use our senses. Our senses give us five different ways to explore the world. But how do they do that? Read this book to find out!
Bright stars twinkle in the night sky. Have you looked up into the sky on a clear night and seen these tiny points of light? Did you know that there are many kinds of stars in space? Find out all about them in this book.
Readers will be amazed to discover that every time they climb onto bicycles and ride like the wind, they are defying gravity! This book explains the physics and history behind bicycles, skateboards, and surfboards. Readers learn what happens from the simplest movement of rolling forward to more complex tricks and stunts of jumping and spinning. Readers will never look at bikes, skateboards or surfboards the same way again.