This work is suitable for children aged 6-12. Children continue to be fascinated by prehistoric creatures. This book covers all orders of reptile from 10-foot long Komodo dragons to tiny, inch-long gecko lizards. Also featured are such amazing reptile facts as: reptile bodies and senses; their hunting and self defence techniques; reptile homes and babies; different kinds of snakes, lizards, chelonians, crocodilians, and tuataras; dangers to reptiles.
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Hands-on experiments provide entertaining and educational insights into how and why basic scientific principles work. Topics include magnets, electricity, light, sound and water. Full-color art and photographs.
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This rich sampling of the knowledge and wisdom of one of history's greatest military commanders not only provides a fascinating glimpse of the French leader's intellectual ability for conducting military operations, but also reveals his thoughts, theories, and commentaries on waging war and the art of conducting statecraft.
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Shara Drummond goes to space, where her life is devoted to creating a weightless artform that is to dance as three dimensions are to two. Then aliens arrive, beings of pure light who dance forever between the stars. Their dancing is a form of communication as far beyond language as language is beyond the grunting of apes. Reissued to tie-in with the sequel, Starseed (Ace).
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Janice VanCleave’s A+ Projects in Biology Are you having a hard time coming up with a good idea for the science fair? Do you want to earn extra credit in your biology class? Or do you just want to know how the world really works? Janice VanCleave’s A+ Projects in Biology can help you, and the best part is it won’t involve any complicated or expensive equipment. This step-by-step guide explores 30 different topics and offers dozens of experiment ideas. The book also includes charts, diagrams, and illustrations. Here are just a few of the topics you’ll be investigating: • Seed germination • Chromatography • Food preservatives • Cellular respiration • Operant conditioning You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to turn your own ideas into winning science fair projects. Also available: Janice VanCleave’s A+ Projects in Chemistry
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A variety of scientific facts are presented through "magic tricks."
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Published on the occasion of the XXIst Congress of the International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS) in Beiijng, China in 2008, Advances in Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences: 2008 ISPRS Congress Book is a compilation of 34 contributions from 62 researchers active within the ISPRS. The book covers the state-of-the-art in photogrammetry, remote sensing, and spatial information sciences, and is divided into six parts: - Introduction - Sensors, Platforms and Data Acquisition Systems - Data Processing and Analysis - Data Modelling, Management and Visualisation - Applications - Education and Cooperation. Advances in Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences: 2008 ISPRS Congress Book provides a comprehensive overview of the progress made in these areas since the XXth ISPRS Congress, which was held in 2004 in Istanbul, Turkey. The volume will be invaluable not only to scientists and researchers, but also to university students and practitioners.
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Caldecott Honor illustrator Stephen T. Johnson's My Little Red Toolbox has all the tools a child needs to hammer, drill, and have hours and hours of fun! Each spread features a sturdy working tool that's easy to remove and great to play with. Kids will even learn about colors, shapes, and counting, too!My Little Red Toolbox features seven cardboard tools that really work!A pencil and an erasable slate, for drawing up plansA ruler to measure thingsA saw that makes noise when it cuts woodA drill with movable partsA screwdriver and screws that turnA wrench and bolts that turnA hammer for pounding nails
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Did you know that pearls come from oysters? Or that a diamond is the hardest substance in the world? Meet the Genie of Gemstones and find out more fun facts about birthstones. Then decorate the punch-out jewelry with gemstone stickers!
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Chapter 1 says: 'A good story is creative, suspenseful, imaginative, meaningful, humorous, adventurous, vivid and colorful, mysterious, engaging, emotional, inspirational, and easy to understand . . . . A good story also puts the readers inside the story, and makes it easier for them to think about difficult and complex issues.' This book's 50 lessons, each based on a different picture book or story, will build a foundation for teaching math and science concepts to students and will encourage students to engage with these content area subjects. The authors selected these specific books because of the power they possess to add relevance, excitement, and clarity to these subjects. Each lesson includes the suggested grade level, math or science standards addressed, objectives, materials needed, and suggestions for assessment. The directions and procedures for teaching these lessons are clear and well developed, making them easy to implement. The section Making Connections at the end of each lesson lists useful, related books and websites. In this book, the authors explore why we should use stories to teach--they show us how to use the power of stories to help students develop into readers, writers, and lifelong learners. They address national standards and explain how these standards can be met using children's literature in the classroom. The authors also describe how to select quality books, taking into consideration purpose, audience, and content. Use these lessons to create engaging learning opportunities with children's literature at their core. In doing so, you will motivate your students to learn.
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