Presents simple illustrations of the concepts of mass, space, and black holes that make up the theory of relativity.

This title examines the STEM concepts that make auto racing so thrilling. From the physics of drag and the chemistry of fuel to the technology of sensors and the engineering of car engines, chapters bring STEM concepts to life. The title also features sidebars on STEM in action, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company. Glossary of key words Index Reviewed Table of contents Sports are not only entertaining...

"Heavy and light can be tricky concepts to present to young learners. It's hard to observe something's weight. However, this cheerful book reviews this pair of opposites through clear language and beautiful photographs of familiar objects. Readers will be able to practice their fluency as they evaluate and compare items. They'll be encouraged to make their own observations as well as apply their knowledge to the world around them"--

Introduces the basics of flight to readers with very simple explanations of why birds, planes, and rockets are able to fly.

Accurate enough to satisfy an expert, yet simple enough for baby, this clever board book explores the ups and downs of gravity. When baby drops food from a high chair, why does it fall? Beautiful, visually stimulating illustrations complement age-appropriate language to encourage baby's sense of wonder. Parents and caregivers may learn a thing or two, as well!

"What is a push? It is a force that moves something away from you. With simple text and vibrant photographs, this book introduces early readers to basic science concepts. Each book also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available"--

"What is a solid? It is a form of matter that keeps its shape. With simple text and vibrant photographs, this book introduces early readers to basic science concepts"--

"It only takes a small spark to ignite a child's mind! Written by an expert, Statistical Physics for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to entropy. Babies (and grownups!) will learn all about the second law of thermodynamics and why things tend to look more random as time passes. With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will love, this installment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to...

Make some noise by creating your own homemade musical instruments. Crafters practice comprehension skills as they use text and diagrams to follow the steps for each project. The activities push students to learn and apply domain-specific vocabulary, practice new techniques, and build on concepts that may already be familiar. Other tools, including an index and additional resources, encourage readers to locate information and explore further independently....

"A graphic nonfiction volume that introduces sound energy. Features include several photographic pages, a glossary, additional resource list, and an index"--