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Discovering STEM at the Zoo

Author : Therese M. Shea

Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Page : 26 pages

File Size : 17,68 MB

Release : 2015-07-15

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1499409761

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Book Description

Zoos are places where STEM comes to life, including the science of caring for animals, the technology used in zoo security, engineering that keeps habitats habitable, and the math used to calculate ticket sales. Readers are encouraged to draw connections between the STEM subjects they learn in school and the way STEM is used in the real world. This curricula-driven text uses high-interest subjects to discuss STEM and also covers the STEM careers that help zoos around the world run successfully. Fact boxes and colorful images provide opportunities for additional learning.



Discovering STEM at the Airport

Author : Cynthia A. Roby

Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Page : 26 pages

File Size : 21,61 MB

Release : 2015-07-15

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1499409079

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Book Description

Airports depend on science, technology, engineering, and math to run smoothly—concepts that are fundamental to elementary curricula. Without them, planes couldn’t take off, passengers couldn’t buy tickets, and people couldn’t travel to faraway destinations. This text encourages readers to think about how the STEM subjects they learn in the classroom appear in airports and affect travelers’ lives. The age-appropriate text gives equal treatment to science, technology, engineering, and math, and suggests STEM careers that can be found at airports around the world. Fact boxes and colorful images support learning.



Discovering STEM at the Amusement Park

Author : Cynthia A. Roby

Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Page : 26 pages

File Size : 12,43 MB

Release : 2015-07-15

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1499409109

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Book Description

Rollercoasters, tilt-a-whirls, games, and colorful lights abound at the amusement park, where STEM subjects come to life on a daily basis. Readers learn how STEM subjects—science, technology, engineering, and math—make amusement parks fun and safe, and how these classroom concepts are used to run each part of a park’s operations. This curricula-based text teaches readers to see how concepts learned in the classroom are applied in the real world. Readers are also encouraged to seek STEM careers that could one day land them in some of the happiest places in the world. Fact boxes and colorful images support the information-rich text.



Discovering STEM at the Baseball Game

Author : Ryan Nagelhout

Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Page : 26 pages

File Size : 30,51 MB

Release : 2015-07-15

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1499409168

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Book Description

Step out of the classroom and into the big leagues with this book, which explores the science, technology, engineering, and math that shapes America’s favorite pastime. Readers will see how STEM influences everything in a baseball game, from a pitcher’s throw to the physics of stadium seating. The in-depth coverage of each STEM subject is reinforced by engaging images, which encourages readers to visualize and identify how classroom concepts are used in the real world. The text also covers STEM careers and how readers can get involved when they grow up. Fact boxes support the age-appropriate text, which was designed to address science, technology, engineering, and math in the elementary curricula.



Discovering STEM at the Restaurant

Author : Sarah Machajewski

Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Page : 26 pages

File Size : 26,22 MB

Release : 2015-07-15

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1499409729

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The science of cooking is responsible for some of the world’s tastiest dishes. The technology, engineering, and math of cooking are, too. In this title, readers will explore the STEM concepts that help restaurants operate. Each STEM subject is covered in depth and is presented in way that encourages readers to draw connections between classroom subjects and real-world experiences. Fact boxes and colorful images support the age-appropriate text, which is written to support state and national curricula.



The Gingerbread Man Loose at The Zoo

Author : Laura Murray

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 40 pages

File Size : 46,44 MB

Release : 2016-08-23

Category : Juvenile Fiction

ISBN : 0698174100

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Book Description

When the Gingerbread Man is loose at the zoo, he has to be careful not to end up as an animal's lunch! Is there anything more fun than a class trip to the zoo? The Gingerbread Man and his classmates don’t think so, and they get to solve riddles on a WILD scavenger hunt. They meet giraffes, monkeys, and even a fox (especially scary for a Gingerbread Man!). But a zoo full of critters is a tricky place for a tasty cookie—even a very fast one—and the Gingerbread Man ends up separated from his friends. He needs to solve all of the riddles to catch up with his class and help someone else who is lost. I’ll be a detective. I know that I can! I’ll solve all these clues. I’m the Gingerbread Man! Animals galore and a trail of clues make the Gingerbread Man’s latest adventure his wildest one yet. Look for all of this hilarious Gingerbread Man's adventures: The Gingerbread Man Loose at School, The Gingerbread Man Loose on the Fire Truck, The Gingerbread Man Loose at Christmas, The Gingerbread Man Loose at the Zoo, and The Gingerbread Man and the Leprechaun Loose at School!



Zoo Scientists to the Rescue

Author : Patricia Newman

Publisher : Millbrook Press

Page : 68 pages

File Size : 30,10 MB

Release : 2018

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1512415715

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Book Description

Go behind the scenes and discover how scientists at three U.S. zoos are helping wild and captive orangutans, black-footed ferrets, and black rhinoceroses. Full color.



Discovery: Roar at the Zoo!

Author : Thea Feldman

Publisher : Silver Dolphin Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 49,61 MB

Release : 2019-02-19

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 9781684126897

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Book Description

Press the buttons and roar along with your favorite zoo animals in this fun, noisy book! Part of the 2021 NAPPA-award-winning Discovery 10-Button Sound Books series With 10 cool sound buttons, fun facts, full-color pictures, and much more, this Discovery sound-and-reference book is a unique way for kids to learn about life at the zoo! Kids will love matching the sounds to the animals in this vibrant and interactive book.



Behind the Scenes at the Zoo

Author : DK

Publisher : Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Page : 160 pages

File Size : 12,67 MB

Release : 2021-07-01

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 0241541271

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Book Description

Step inside the weird and wonderful world of zoos, where all four corners of our planet come together. Venture behind the scenes to uncover the secrets of the amazing animals and army of staff that make up these awesome attractions and vital conservation centres. Find out what keeps zookeepers busy as they care for hundreds of different animals, from mini meerkats to enormous elephants. Learn how they create the perfect habitats, moreish meals, and fun enrichment activities to keep their animals healthy and happy. Marvel at how courageous zookeepers learn to look after dangerous animals. Learn about the valuable research and conservation efforts that are so crucial for protecting our most vulnerable species. Featuring only the best zoos from around the world, this ebook takes you on a once-in-a-lifetime trip through zoo life to discover the enormous amounts of ingenuity and care it takes to make safe homes and futures for wild and endangered animals. Featuring stunning visuals that encapsulate the essence of zoos, aquariums, and wildlife parks, Behind the Scenes at the Zoo is the perfect way to experience those hidden lives in a way that you've never imagined.



Science Experiments at Home

Author : Susan Martineau

Publisher : b small publishing limited

Page : 48 pages

File Size : 15,73 MB

Release : 2020-04-22

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1912909847

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Book Description

Explore the science in everyday life with these simple, step-by-step experiments to do around the home. Each activity takes a complex, scientific concept and makes it easy for kids to understand. Young scientists will enjoy discovering the science behind the simple phenomena all around them.