Paige V Polinsky

Describes the scientific method and offers instructions for conducting such experiments as a light-beam relay and flashlight color show.

Describes the scientific method and offers instructions for conducting such experiments as growing crystals and extracting iron from breakfast cereal.

The Min-Min lights are mysterious orbs that float around the Australian Outback. Are they just a trick of light? Or are they something much more sinister? In this thrilling title, reluctant readers will explore this and other spine-tingling stories across Australia. Leveled text pair with atmospheric photos to draw readers in, and special features offer more detail about the origins of the tale, a similar story around the world, and a possible explanation....

When babies are born early, they often have trouble surviving. But special containers called incubators help babies grow by keeping them warm and protected. At first, people in the medical world were skeptical about incubators. But some trailblazing doctors believed in the technology-and put it on display across Europe and the United States. "Incubator exhibits" showed the public how incubators saved lives. The controversial displays led people...

Some of the world's most well-known video game characters were created by Nintendo! In this engaging title, readers are introduced to the iconic gaming brand through crisp photos and fact-filled text. They will explore the brand from its early days to the present, including famous games, favorite consoles, charitable giving, fan engagement, and more. Features locate the company headquarters, profile an important person within the brand, highlight...

It's not easy running one of the largest corporations in the world, but Indra Nooyi is up to the task. This low-level title takes early readers through the PepsiCo CEO's childhood in India, all the way up to her present-day work, creating healthier snacks and a modern Pepsi design. Indra Nooyi is leading business into the future!

Young readers will love learning about animals and their habitat with Protecting Grassland Animals. This book explores grasslands, the animals that live there like lions and livestock, and conservationists like Jack Hanna that work to protect animals. Bright, full-page photos of wildlife and easy-to-read text fill the pages of this fun title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles....

Being a master builder is just one of the things that make beavers superstars! Did you know beaver teeth never stop growing or that the largest beaver dam can be seen from space? This fun and fact-packed title with high-impact visuals, including maps and infographics, will keep kids engaged as they learn all about beavers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Since the first film debuted in 1977, Star Wars has influenced countless other movies, TV shows, and more! Through crisp photos and fact-filled text, this book introduces readers to the history of the iconic Star Wars brand, from its conception to its present offerings, future plans, charitable contributions, fan engagement, and more. Features profile important people involved in the brand, highlight box office sales, plot historic points on a timeline,...

Learn about makerspaces with Make It Yourself! Coloring & Doodling! Young makers will discover what makerspaces are and how to hold maker events. Kids will decorate tennis shoes, design CD art, make reusable doodle tables, and more. Each project has color photos and easy-to-follow instructions. Special techniques and tips help kids make the most of their makerspace experiences. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.