Where does our food come from? The history of farming provides much "food for thought." In the past, farmers used natural farming methods, but modern inventions like pesticides and GMOs have changed farming--and the food we eat. Today, a natural food revolution is taking place. Learn how organic farming is good for the Earth, good for the plants--and good for all the living things that eat them! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution,...

Design a flexible protective layer for a space suit. Space suits have come a long way. The look and function of space suits has evolved over time, but their purpose has always been the same--to keep astronauts safe. From the first suits worn during the Mercury missions, to the latest suits being tested by NASA, there have been great improvements. Learn all about the science behind space suits and how they have changed over time. Created in collaboration...

Learn about the science behind skateboarding! From the physics behind skateboard tricks, to the design of the skateboard's deck, wheels, and trucks, this high-interest book uses real-world examples to illustrate science concepts. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Informational Text builds reading skills while engaging students' curiosity about STEAM topics. Packed with factoids and informative sidebars, this book features...

Follow the map to find the things you need at the grocery store! Ideal for 1st grade students, this book teaches these 9 words from Fry's First 100 words list: find, which, way, we, go, do, in, the, and its. The clear images, rebus pictures and simple, repetitive sentences build grade 1 reading comprehension in a format that is appealing to children. Beginning readers will learn the essential sight words and gain confidence as they learn to read independently....

¿Qué tienen en común los paneles solares, la ropa impermeable y las cortinas de las ventanas? ¡Son tecnologías que se han adaptado basándose en el estudio de las mariposas! Aprenda lo que los científicos han aprendido de las mariposas con este libro en español que despertará la curiosidad sobre los temas de STEAM a través de ejemplos del mundo real. Creado en colaboración con la Institución Smithsonian, este libro STEAM presenta un desafío...

Now that the evil Lord Sparr has gotten all of the Three Powers, he travels to the mysterious Isle of Mists to set off his plot to seize Droon, and it is up to Eric, Julie, and Neal--along with the enigmatic Princess Salamandra--to stop him.

New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean takes readers along for a fun, groovy adventure with Pete the Cat! Pete the Cat is ready to play baseball! Pete's team, the Rocks, is playing the Rolls. But when the game doesn't go Pete's way, what will Pete do? Pete the Cat: Play Ball! is a My First I Can Read book, which means it's perfect for shared reading with a child.

Little Critter and his classmates learn what to do to stay safe in a fire while visiting Fireman Joe at the firehouse.

Plongez dans l'aventure d'Alice, une petite fille débordante de curiosité et d'énergie, et guidez votre enfant à travers les leçons précieuses sur l'importance d'écouter ses parents avec cette histoire captivante et instructive ! Alice est une petite fille aux cheveux blonds et aux yeux bleus aussi pétillants que les eaux d'un ruisseau. Pleine de vie et de curiosité, elle est toujours prête à explorer le monde qui l'entoure. Cependant,...

Meet Stevie, an adventurous girl ready for summer excitement! In The Perfect Cookout, Stevie's world turns into a whirlwind of fun when her cousin Jax comes to visit for the family cookout. Together, the cousin-friends embark on an unexpected journey filled with surprises, laughter, and the magic of togetherness. Join them as they navigate unexpected twists, and learn to turn setbacks into triumphs. The Perfect Cookout is a heartwarming story that...