"The next book in our What to Do series about helping kids process scary events and stories they are exposed to"-- "Scary news is an inevitable part of life. Whether from television news reports, the car radio, digital media, or adult discussions, children are often bombarded with information about the world around them. When the events being described include violence, extreme weather events, a disease outbreak, or discussions of more dispersed...

"A lever is one of six simple machines that are designed to make different kinds of work easier. Lifting, pulling, pushing--all these tasks are more efficient when you use a simple machine. In Levers Lessen the Load: Simple Machines for Kids, readers learn how levers and fulcrums can help us move far more weight than we can on our own. Need to lift a heavy rock? Use a lever! Need to push a log out of the way? Use a lever! Know where else you can find...

"Looking for a pet that's small, soft, and on the squeaky side? Why not try a rabbit, mouse, or rat? These furry, intelligent creatures can be lovable pets. All they need is the proper care and a good home. This expert guide teaches readers everything they need to know about caring for these furry friends. Beautiful full-color photographs introduce readers to different breeds of rabbits, mice, and rats. A handy checklist helps readers choose which...

"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...

"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."--

"Oliver's room is a nightmare. He can't find his blocks, or Bunny Girl's superhero cape, or his new favorite comic. And worst of all, his parents say he can't go outside and play with everyone in the Sunshine Squad until his room is clean! Tidying up is harder than he thought. Can Oliver's loyal friends help activate his super-cleaning powers?"--