Lisa Amstutz

In an effort to retain her egg, Calliope, the hen, enlists the help of Hector, the rooster, to pull a fast one on Farmer Bean.

Plants can't chew. So, how do they eat? They make their own food! My Life Science Library: Hungry Plants introduces young readers in kindergarten to grade 2 to the ways in which plants get food. Early elementary readers will learn about the basics of photosynthesis and carnivorous plants. This collection introduces a variety of natural science topics for early learners based on life science NGSS standards. From amazing animal builders to plant reproduction,...

Making models can be a fun hobby, but many people also use models in their work. In this STEAM title, learn how scientists, architects, engineers, and artists all make models to test their work. This title supports NGSS for Engineering Design.

What is needed to build a farm? Soil, seeds, silos, and more! My Life Science Library: Let's Build a Farm introduces young readers in kindergarten to grade 2 to farms and why they're important. Early elementary readers will learn about what is needed to build a farm and what can be found there. This collection introduces a variety of natural science topics for early learners based on life science NGSS standards. From amazing animal builders to plant...

What do animals need to live and grow? Food, water, and shelter-just like you! My Life Science Library: Animal Needs introduces young readers in kindergarten to grade 2 to the basic resources that all living things need in order to survive. Early elementary readers will explore why animals need food, water, shelter, and more. This collection introduces a variety of natural science topics for early learners based on life science NGSS standards. From...

Beautiful illustrations provide kids with information on the clever adaptations that help plants survive. How do you survive when danger is near and you are rooted in the ground? Plants use their defenses and fight back! As readers turn the pages of this beautifully illustrated book, they will find fun and poetic language describing various situation where different plants find themselves under attack. This is followed by informative, science-based...

Pull back the curtain on the wide, wide world of mammals! Organized by animal-science reference topics such as anatomy, life cycle, and methods of defense, Mammals lets young readers and browsers discover these hairy animals through full-color photos and concise, factual text.

From birds to fish to polar mammals, there are so many polar animals to learn about. Show Me Polar Animals has more than 100 facts and definitions about animals in the coldest places on Earth.

Behind every long stride, high-flying pole vault, and perfectly controlled discus throw, science is at work. As a high jumper takes off, potential energy is converted into kinetic energy. A discus thrower builds up momentum while spinning. Find out how science is involved in Olympic track and field events and how athletes take science into account in their quest for the gold medal.

Seeds come in many shapes and sizes. Some seeds grow into trees. Other seeds grow into plants or flowers. Can you figure out what each seed will become? Fun clues and multiple choice photos will you have puzzling to learn more!