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1) Chernobyl
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In Chernobyl, early fluent readers will learn about the science behind the Chernobyl nuclear power plant disaster. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they explore what we have learned in the wake of this disaster.
An infographic illustrates the impact of the Chernobyl disaster, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about Chernobyl using our safe search...
2) Hoover Dam
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In Hoover Dam, early fluent readers explore the mechanics behind this massive engineering marvel. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn about this record-breaking dam. An infographic illustrates how the dam was built, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Hoover Dam using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites....
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In Mechanical Engineer, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a mechanical engineer. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as a mechanical engineer. An infographic illustrates the tools of the trade, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can...
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In Golden Gate Bridge, early fluent readers explore the mechanics behind this steel engineering marvel. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn about this iconic American bridge. An infographic illustrates parts of the bridge, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about the Golden Gate Bridge using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate...
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In Civil Engineer, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a civil engineer. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as a civil engineer. An infographic illustrates the tools of the trade, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about...
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This book discusses the science behind bridge collapses and their effects. The chapters examine historical bridge collapses, explain how bridges are designed and built, and show how scientists and engineers are working to prevent future collapses. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.
7) Physicist
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In Physicist, carefully leveled text and vibrant, full-color photographs take early fluent readers on an informational interview with a life scientist. Readers learn about the day-to-day responsibilities and challenges of this career and the things they can do now to prepare for work as a physicist.
An infographic illustrates the tools of the trade, and an activity offers kids an opportunity to extend discovery. Children can learn more about physicists...
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In The First Flight, readers will learn about the science and technology the Wright brothers used to develop the first powered flight. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage readers as they learn about the challenges the brothers had to overcome to get a flying machine in the air and how this super science feat continues to help us develop airplanes.
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DESIGN AND BUILD IT BELOW: This nonfiction engineering and design book for beginning readers describes how engineers design and build underground utilities, tunnels, and bridge foundations. Readers will be captivated as they learn the engineering behind these underground structures.
ENGINEERING READERS FOR CHILDREN: What's going on under the ground? There are pipes, tunnels, and even roads underneath us! How do they get built down there? Discover...
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DESIGN AND BUILD IT HIGHER: This nonfiction engineering and design book for beginning readers explains the methods engineers use to prevent tall structures from failing. Readers will be captivated as they learn the engineering behind these tall structures.
ENGINEERING READERS FOR CHILDREN: Look up! Structures stretch high into the sky. But what happens during strong winds or earthquakes? Explore some of the tallest skyscrapers as you learn about...
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• Ages 5-8, Grades K-2
• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches
• Simple, easy-to-read pages in Spanish with full-color pictures
• Includes a glossary, index, and an engineering design activity
• Supports NGSS
Learning on the Move!: In Mi Biblioteca de Ingeniería: Diseño y Construcción para que se Mueva, kindergarten-second graders learn about how cars, planes, and other fascinating vehicles are designed to move on land and...
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This title will introduce readers to wetland ecosystems, the plants and animals that thrive there, its climate, its food web, any threats to it, and conservation efforts. Readers will also learn about the most well known wetlands and their unique characteristics. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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DESIGN AND BUILD IT IN THE DIRT: This nonfiction engineering and design book for beginning readers describe what engineers think about when building in the dirt!
ENGINEERING READERS FOR CHILDREN: Dirt is everywhere! It's under buildings, roads, and sidewalks. How does dirt need to be moved and shaped before structures can be built? Dig deep as you discover what engineers think about when building in the dirt!
INCLUDES: This 24-page book for grades...
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DESIGN AND BUILD IT TO GO: This nonfiction engineering and design book for beginning readers describes how engineers design vehicles to move on land and in the air. Readers will be captivated as they learn the engineering behind these vehicles that go.
ENGINEERING READERS FOR CHILDREN: From down on the ground to way up in the sky, we like to be on the go! But what makes cars drive and airplanes fly? Discover what engineers need to think about when...
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• Ages 5-8, Grades K-2
• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches
• Simple, easy-to-read pages in Spanish with full-color pictures
• Includes a glossary, index, and an engineering design activity
• Supports NGSS
Going Up!: In Mi Biblioteca de Ingeniería: Diseño y Construcción Hacia Arriba, kindergarten-second graders reach new learning heights as they learn about the design and construction of skyscrapers, towers, and other tall,...
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DESIGN AND BUILD IT TO PLAY: This nonfiction engineering and design book for beginning readers describes how engineers use science to increase safety and fun for roller coasters, zip lines, helmets, and more.
ENGINEERING READERS FOR CHILDREN: People love to play! From zooming down roller coasters to riding bikes, we like to be in motion. Buckle up as you discover how engineers use science to make things safe and fun for all of us!
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Book Features:
• Ages 5-8, Grades K-2
• 24 pages, 8 inches x 8 inches
• Simple, easy-to-read pages in Spanish with full-color pictures
• Includes a glossary, index, and an engineering design activity
• Supports NGSS
Digging Up Facts: In Mi Biblioteca de Ingeniería: Diseño y Construcción en la Tierra, kindergarten-second graders learn about what engineers have to think about in order to build houses and other important structures...
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