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Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"How do sunscreen and mucus help amphibians survive? Detailed illustrations, funny narrative, layered text, and backmatter all point science-minded, curious kids toward the fascinating world of animal adaptation!"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
How do whales make their hearing better? What do lemurs do to make a point during an argument? Find out in this funny and fast-paced nonfiction picture book about mammal adaptations you've never heard of! In Stink Fights, Earwax, and Other Marvelous Mammal Adaptations, children ages 5 to 8 learn about how bizarre life science can really be through compelling, humorous narrative and science-minded observations.
Author
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
A story narrated by the Universe, this explains how the stars are born, about the cosmic objects and discover what stars are made of, what makes them twinkle, how many there are, and even how they will come to an end and what humans use them for. Two aliens provide fun facts about space. Includes activity time and glossary.
Author
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Why does the green basilisk lizard run on the surface of water? What does the sidewinder snake do to earn its name? In Water-Walking, Sidewinding, and Other Remarkable Reptile Adaptations, children ages 5 to 8 dive into the fascinating world of reptile adaptations with accurate, vivid illustrations, layered text, a hands-on activity, and plentiful back matter. Perfect as a read aloud or early reader for science-curious kids! "--Provided by publisher....
Author
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Earth is our home, but what do we really know about this planet? Quite a lot!...The narrator, who just happens to be the universe, explains where Earth is located in the solar system, how Earth was created, how life evolved on Earth, and more. Universe uses a friendly, relatable tone to engage young readers and explain complex science content in ways kids can understand and relate to. And the alien commentators are hilarious for both kids and adults!"--Page...
Author
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Not all birds build nests with sticks and have good manners. Some construct nests with their own saliva, while others use vomit as a defense! Spit Nests, Puke Power, and Other Brilliant Bird Adaptations is part of a set of five books in the Picture Book Science series that explore strange-but-true tales of adaptation.
Author
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
When you feel like running, leaping, and singing, people might say you have a lot of energy. And you're not the only one! Energy is the stuff that makes everything live and move. People, animals, plants - we all need energy to live!
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Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"If you were designing a wheelbarrow, how would you make it move easily when you pushed it? How about wheels? In Wheels Make the World Go Round: Simple Machines for Kids, readers ages 5 to 8 learn how wheels work along with axles and how they use mechanical advantage to make it easier to move heavy objects from one place to another. Glossary, photos, and a hands-on activity make this book fundamental for STEAM learning."--
Author
Publisher
Nomad Press
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"How do you keep a door from closing? Try using a wedge! Wedges are one of the six simple machines that help make work easier by using mechanical advantage. In Wedges Make a Point: Simple Machines for Kids, readers ages 5 to 8 learn how a wedge's shape makes it perfect at stopping something heavy from moving, and separating material to split something--like banana bread--apart. Glossary, photos, and a hands-on activity make this book fundamental for...
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