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Earthquakes
by Franklyn M. BranleyRead and find out about one of nature's most mysterious forces--the earthquake. Some earthquakes are so small that you don't even feel them, while others can make even big buildings shake! Learn why earthquakes happen, where they are most likely to occur, and what to do if one happens near you.
Earthquakes!
by Helen DwyerProvides information about earthquakes through eyewitness accounts from survivors and rescue workers
Earthquakes
by Seymour SimonSeymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for over twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards. In Earthquakes, Simon introduces elementary-school readers to earthquakes through engaging descriptions and stunning full-color photographs. He teaches readers why and how earthquakes happen and the damage they can cause through pictures, diagrams, and maps. He also gives real life examples of earthquakes that have occurred all over the world. This book includes a glossary and index. Supports the Common Core State Standards
Earth's Got Talent!: Courage (How to Be an Earthling ® #4)
by Lori Haskins HouranActing like an Earthling isn&’t easy! Follow the adventures of Spork the alien in the How to Be an Earthling series. Each book covers a different character trait to help kids think about what they say and do. It&’s showtime! Shy Grace has a secret—she loves to sing. She hasn&’t told Spork or even her best friend, Trixie. Now the class talent show is coming up, and Trixie wants to do an act together. How can Grace tell Trixie she wants to go solo? And is she really brave enough to sing in front of everyone? Every How to Be an Earthling title includes fun back-of-book activities that build on story themes. (Character trait: Courage)
Earth's Incredible Oceans (The Magic and Mystery of the Natural World)
by Jess FrenchEnter the world of oceans and discover all the interesting animals that live in them!Swim with jellyfish, wonder at the busy life of a seagrass meadow, and fence with narwhals in this lovingly illustrated children&’s book. Take kids on a fascinating underwater journey, showing them just how amazing oceans are, what plants and animals live in them, and how we can help themInside the pages of this kids ocean book, you&’ll discover: • Interesting information about oceans that supports and goes beyond the curriculum • Fun and unusual facts to convey the amazing world of ocean life • Detailed illustrations and photographs of fish, shellfish, mammals such as dolphins, waves, and more Explore a world hidden below the wavesLet's go on an underwater adventure! From glowing jellyfish to deep-sea dwellers, children will discover the incredible secret world of life under the sea. This ocean book is filled with a combination of gorgeous photographs and colorful illustrations that will delight and inspire kids - teaching them the importance of the ocean and how to help take care of it themselves.Little ones will be intrigued by sea life like sharks, narwhals, sea birds, ocean reptiles, and so much more. They will learn interesting facts, and explanations about how the ocean functions, like how underwater plants and species rely on each other, and how ocean animals have fun and look after their young. This beautiful book is the perfect gift for young animal and conservation enthusiasts.More children&’s nature titles to discover DK's Kid&’s Nature series is a series of educational books for kids that teach them about the magical natural world. Other books in this series include The Magic and Mystery of Trees and The Book of Brilliant Bugs.
Earthshake: Poems from the Ground Up
by Lisa Westberg PetersMaybe that plain old rock has gleaming jewels inside. Maybe Africa and South America used to be best friends. Maybe a clam that died 300 million years ago is in your backyard. What secrets is Earth hiding? These twenty-two poems leave no stone unturned in exploring the world's natural wonders. Crack this book open and watch geology sparkle.
Easter Egg Disaster (A Harry & Emily Adventure)
by Karen Gray RuelleOh no! Harry and Emily are decorating eggs. It is very, very messy. It is only the beginning of an Easter egg disaster! How will Harry and Emily get everything right before the Easter Bunny arrives?
Easter in Harwick (Thomas & Friends)
by W. Awdry Richard CourtneyFor the children of Harwick, Easter and the big egg hunt can't come soon enough. But when Terence loses all the eggs in the countryside, it's up to Thomas to deliver the children to Easter. This latest installment in the popular Thomas in Town series will be the perfect fit for young engineers' Easter baskets. From the Hardcover edition.
Easter Starring Egg!
by Cynthia PlattOthers may get picked first at the Easter egg hunt, but Egg has sparkle on the outside, confidence on the inside, and the patience to wait for his perfect kid. The big Easter egg hunt may be a time to hide, but Egg wants to stand out! Fancied up for his big rendezvous with the perfect kid, Egg knows deep down in his yolk that a special friendship is about to be hatched with the kid who will see him for him.
The Easter Story (Brick Bible For Kids Ser.)
by Brendan Powell SmithAs in all the Brick Bible books, Brendan Powell Smith creates a magical “brick” world—all in LEGOs—to illustrate a story from the Bible that is then photographed and accompanied by a simple text. The Easter Story, the heart of Christianity, illustrated in LEGOs, tells of Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem on a donkey, greeted by crowds with palm branches; followed by the Last Supper, with Jesus and his disciples sharing bread and wine; then Good Friday, when Jesus was crucified on the cross and then his body buried in a cave tomb and covered with a rock; and concluding with Easter Sunday, when Jesus’ disciples visited the tomb to discover Jesus had been risen from the dead and resurrected. This edition of the important Easter Story is sure to be the perfect holiday gift, and a book for families to cherish for years to come.
Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids: 50 Fun Projects to Make, Wear, and Share
by Jennifer PerkinsArts! Crafts! Fun!—Easy projects for creative kids ages 7 to 10 Discover tons of creative crafts you can do all by yourself—and with materials you can find at home! Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids is the perfect choice for aspiring creators, bursting with instructions for dozens of stylish projects that have real uses. From amazing games and fashion to one-of-a-kind gifts, Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids will keep you entertained with super cool (and super fun) projects that you'll love to make and share! Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids includes: 50 awesome projects—Create Tin Can Robots, No-Sew Scrunchies, Rainbow Bath Bombs, Easy Woven Wall Hangings, Pressed Leaf Lanterns, and so much more. Practical crafts—Whether it's wearing, decorating, or planting, every project in Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids can be used for something. (Almost) No supervision required—Don't worry if your parents are busy—most of these projects can be done without any help. Learn how you can make fun come alive by making things with Easy Arts & Crafts for Kids.
Eat Your Rocks, Croc!: Dr. Glider's Advice for Troubled Animals
by Jess KeatingWhen animals have problems, they call on Dr. Sugar Glider to help!Help me, Dr. Glider. My stomach is killing me! I eat all the same food as my family, but I'm the only one that feels sick. What's wrong with me?Dr. Sugar Glider travels around the world to help animals (and, on occasion, plants!) with all sorts of problems. Whether it's a crocodile with a sick stomach, a creeped-out krill, a stressed meerkat, or a male praying mantis trying to date, Dr. Glider is ready to offer advice!From powerhouse duo Jess Keating (Pink Is for Blobfish) and New York Times bestselling illustrator Pete Oswald (The Bad Seed), Eat Your Rocks, Croc! features hilarious stories, charming illustrations, and awesome true facts that will leave young readers enthralled by the real world of the animal kingdom. Robust back matter, featuring a glossary and a list of the featured creatures, makes this the perfect fit for the school curriculum.
Eat Your Science Homework: Recipes for Inquiring Minds (Eat Your Homework #2)
by Ann McCallumHungry readers discover delicious and distinct recipes in this witty companion to Eat Your Math Homework. Beginning with an overview of the scientific method and a primer in lab (sorry, kitchen) safety, this light-hearted cookbook will inspire a hunger for knowledge! A main text explains upper-elementary science concepts, including subatomic particles, acids and bases, black holes, and more. Alongside six kid-friendly recipes which encourage experiental learning and visual thinking, side-bars encourage readers to also experiment and explore outside of the kitchen. A review, glossary, and index make the entire book easy to digest.
Eat Your U.S. History Homework: Recipes for Revolutionary Minds (Eat Your Homework #3)
by Ann McCallumExamine the birth of America through a delicious lens: FOOD! This history-themed recipe book is third in a scrumptious series and proves that cooking never gets old. This collection of unique recipes will fill you up with lip-smacking history facts that reveal what cuisine was like for people between the 1600s to the 1800s, during the birth of America. Budding chefs will devour time-period inspired recipes for healthy entrees and snacks, as well as desserts, including Thanksgiving Succotash, Revolutionary Honey-Jumble Cookies, Colonial Cherry-Berry Grunts, and more. History buffs will appreciate the diverse experiences represented, from the Native Americans and the pilgrims, to slaves and plantation owners."...some tasty ways for kids to connect with the history curriculum."-Booklist
Eating the Alphabet: Fruits & Vegetables from A to Z
by Lois EhlertA vibrant and sturdy word book starring fruits and vegetables from around the world from Caldecott Honor–winning author-illustrator Lois Ehlert. Features upper- and lowercase letters for preschoolers just learning language.Each turn of the page reveals a mouth-watering arrangement of foods: Indian corn, jalapeno, jicama, kumquat, kiwifruit and kohlrabi. Lois Ehlert's lively watercolors paired with bold easy-to-read type make for a highly appealing and accessible book for parents and children to devour.At the end of the book, Ehlert provides a detailed glossary that includes pronunciation, botanical information, the origin and history of the particular plant and occasional mythological references, with a small watercolor picture to remind the reader of what the plant looks like.Apple to Zucchini,come take a look.Start eating your waythrough this alphabet book.
Echo Echo: Reverso Poems About Greek Myths
by Marilyn SingerA new book of unique reversible poems based on Greek myths from the creator of Mirror Mirror What happens when you hold up a mirror to poems about Greek myths? You get a brand-new perspective on the classics! And that is just what happens in Echo Echo, the newest collection of reverso poems from Marilyn Singer. Read one way, each poem tells the story of a familiar myth; but when read in reverse, the poems reveal a new point of view! Readers will delight in uncovering the dual points of view in well-known legends, including the stories of Pandora&’s box, King Midas and his golden touch, Perseus and Medusa, Pygmalion, Icarus and Daedalus, Demeter and Persephone, and Echo and Narcissus. These cunning verses combine with beautiful illustrations to create a collection of fourteen reverso poems to treasure.
Echo's Lucky Charm (Dolphin School #2)
by Catherine HapkaPearl and her friends Echo, Splash, and Flip are preparing for their first test at dolphin school! It's in Magic class, which is Echo's best subject, so she's helping them study. But then Echo loses her lucky shell necklace. She's very upset -- and, even worse, she's barely able to do any magic! Can Pearl and her friends help Echo find her necklace and regain her skills before their big test?
Eclipse
by Andy RashA boy and his dad experience a total solar eclipse in this heartwarming picture book by author and illustrator Andy Rash.Shimmering rays shine around the moon. I try not to blink.We are in the perfect place at the perfect time.After hearing about the total solar eclipse happening in two months, a boy makes a plan with his father to go see it. They drive to the perfect campsite, not wanting to miss the couple of minutes when the sun will be completely hidden by the moon. When the moment happens, being together makes it even more special.Based on a trip that author-illustrator Andy Rash took with his son to see the eclipse in August 2017, Eclipse is a heartfelt and playfully illustrated ode to seeking out unique adventures and savoring the most special moments with the people you love. Back matter about eclipses and maps of eclipses' paths across the United States make this book perfect for the STEAM curriculum.
Eclipse of the Jaguar: A Novel (MacGregor Family Adventure Series)
by Richard TroutAncient Mayan history and legend lead the MacGregors through the dense jungles of Central America in pursuit of a madman—from the author of Devil&’s Breath. ACCELERATED READER PROGRAM SELECTION Deep in the heart of the rainforest of Belize, the MacGregor family becomes embroiled in an international caper involving Mayan treasure, villainous looters, secret ruins, and human sacrifice. In an effort to locate the hidden tomb of a Mayan king, the psychopathic Mr. Frost leads a team of thieves in stealing all of the ancient Mayan codices from museums around the globe. When Frost kidnaps two of the children, it&’s up to the teenage heroes to solve the mystery of the Mayans before it&’s too late. Flush with action and suspense, this fast-paced Central American adventure brings the MacGregor family closer than ever to confronting their mortality. The award-winning MacGregor Family Adventure Series has received praise from such outlets as School Library Journal, VOYA, and bestselling author Clive Cussler. Each book in the series features a deep knowledge of cultural, historical, and environmental issues as well as foreign landscapes, technology, and sociopolitical issues.
Ecosystem Diversity
by Linda CernakNIMAC-sourced textbook <p><p> Ecosystem Diversity takes students on an exploration of what living things need to survive in their particular environments.
Ed and Kip (I Like to Read)
by Kay ChoraoIt's playtime for Ed and Kip! The happy-go-lucky elephants have lots of fun rolling and kicking a rock around with their friend Bug, but the games come to a halt when one bad kick sends the rock straight into Crocodile's pond. Crocodile comes close to devouring the poor elephants before Bug uses some quick thinking to save his friends.This delightful easy-reader is full of kid-friendly mischief, with beautiful illustrations of Ed and Kip's jungle adventure.
Eddie Elephant's Exciting Egg-Sitting (Animal Antics A to Z)
by Barbara deRubertisEddie Elephant loves telling stories. So when he egg-sits for his neighbors, the Emus, he entertains the egg with his enchanting tales . . . and gets an enormous surprise!