Steve Parker
1) Skeleton
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
c2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
72 p. : col. ill. ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the evolution, structure and function of the human and animal skeletal systems.
3) Electricity
Author
Series
Publisher
DK Pub
Pub. Date
2005
Physical Desc
72 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the properties of electricity and describes how it is made and used.
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
What could a male Jackson's chameleon need three horns for besides fighting? Actually, this odd-looking animal has horns to scare predators and attract females more than defense! Some animals' bodies can lead readers to question the purpose of their weird features. This book has the answers they're looking for! From how the echidna uses its spines to keep predators away to how the hornbill uses its large beak, the main content features some of nature's...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Being the biggest fish in the world seems like it would help the whale shark survive. However, its size actually makes it slow and easy to attack. Similarly, giraffes' height allows them to grab food other animals can't, but it makes drinking from a pool on the ground very awkward! Readers find out many more cases of extreme animal adaptions and their drawbacks. Fact boxes accompany full-color photographs of each animal, describing the animal's most...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Before every young paleontologist goes on their inaugural fossil dig, they should prepare for their excavation with this guide to fascinating facts about the dinosaurs they love. These formidable reptiles dazzle with detail through striking illustrations and enlightening text, which has been carefully reviewed by dinosaur experts. Delighted dino-loving readers will reinforce what they learn through entertaining hands-on projects, such as making a...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
The great white shark is the biggest predatory fish on Earth. Its formidable teeth and ability to swim up to 37 miles (60 km) per hour make it a deadly enemy. Readers can check out the great white shark up close, as well as 19 other amazing species of shark. Full-color photographs introduce readers to the teeth, fins, and other body adaptations that make sharks some of the coolest animals out there. Fact boxes detail each shark's behaviors, including...
8) Natural Gas
Author
Language
English
Description
Natural gas is an amazing source of energy and one of the cleaner forms of fossil fuels, meaning that it produces less pollution than other forms. Does your barbecue grill at home use a propane tank rather than charcoal? Does your stove cook with blue flames? These are forms of natural gas. However, natural gas still contributes to climate change, and fracking, a method of extracting natural gas from the ground, is highly controversial. The countries...
9) Coal
Author
Language
English
Description
Without coal, our lives would be profoundly different. Formed over millions of years, coal provides one-fifth of the energy we use today. But burning coal also produces more pollution and greenhouse gases than other energy sources, which contributes to the growing problem of climate change. In the future, it will be more important than ever to find ways to make coal a "cleaner" form of energy. The countries of North America have always had plentiful...
10) Fierce Predators
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Seeing a wolf stalking its prey would be almost impossible to witness up close. It wouldn't be safe to be so near such a deadly predator's jaws when it's on the hunt! But in this book, readers can see wolves, owls, and many more terrifying predators do what they do best-capture prey. Up-close, full-color photographs highlight the sharp teeth, long claws, and huge paws of some of the world's deadliest animals. Fact boxes include fascinating information...
11) Oil
Author
Language
English
Description
We depend on oil for heat, light, and transportation. But did you know that plastics are made from oil? How about nail polish? Formed over millions of years from the remains of ancient life forms, oil and its by-products are huge parts of our daily lives. However, as a fossil fuel, oil creates pollution and contributes to the growing problem of climate change. The countries of North America have always had plentiful natural resources. But the exploitation...
12) Strange Bugs
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.8 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Bugs are some of the most interesting members of the animal kingdom! Some are brightly colored and quite beautiful. Many have wings, some just have legs, and still others have no limbs at all. Through full-color photographs and detailed fact boxes, readers are introduced to many members of the wonderful world of bugs. This up-close look reveals that spiders have fangs, leg and wing shape can tell a lot about a bug's behavior, and that people have...
13) The HMMWV Humvee
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
c2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
32 p. : col. ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
An in-depth look at the HMMWV Humvee, with detailed cross-section diagrams, action photos, and fascinating facts--Provided by publisher.
17) The body
Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens
Pub. Date
c1998
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
68 p. : col. ill. ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the different parts of the body and uses activities and experiments to help explain how they do what they are supposed to do.
18) Fish
Author
Series
Publisher
DK
Pub. Date
2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 1
Physical Desc
72 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), col. map ; 29 cm.
Language
English
Description
Photographs and text explore the characteristics, habitats, and variety of fishes and other undersea life.
Author
Publisher
QEB Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
2015.
Physical Desc
47 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
Have you ever wondered what's in space? Take a journey through the solar system and beyond to discover the secrets of our amazing universe--P. [4] of cover. Contains quiz.
Author
Publisher
QEB Publishing, Inc
Pub. Date
2015
Physical Desc
47 pages : color illustrations ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
Take a deep breath and explore your lungs, then follow your food as it travels through your body. Let your mind boggle at what your brain can do! Go on a journey of discovery to find out your body's amazing secrets.