Nadia Higgins ist Autorin von über 50 Kinderbüchern, von denen sich viele mit wissenschaftlichen Themen befassen. Ihre Werke nutzen oft Humor und fiktionale Techniken, um ein Sachthema zum Leben zu erwecken. Higgins' Lieblingsteil des Schreibens ist die Recherche, da sie gerne lebendige Details und ungewöhnliche Fakten sucht, um ihre Geschichten zu beleben. Obwohl sich ihre Bücher oft mit Wissenschaft beschäftigen, hat sie auch über Popstars, Autokunst und Zombies geschrieben.
In Rottweilers, young readers will learn about the physical features and characteristics of rottweilers. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn about this dog breed.
In Siberian Huskies, young readers will learn about the physical features and characteristics of Siberian huskies. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn about this dog breed.
In Great Danes, young readers will learn about the physical features and characteristics of Great Danes. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage beginning readers as they learn about this dog breed.
This photo-illustrated book for early readers explores the tundra ecosystem, featuring a picture glossary and index to enhance understanding.
"Sunlight helps a plant makes its own food using photosynthesis. But do you know what happens to a plant when there is no sunlight? Or what part of a plant makes food? Let's experiment to find out! Simple step-by-step instructions help readers explore science concepts and analyze information."--Provided by publisher.
Grab readers' attention with strange and fascinating inventions such as odor-trapping underwear, digital tattoos, and ships made from ice. Using dozens of cool photos and fun trivia facts, The World's Oddest Inventions offers young readers a peek at weird and amazing contraptions and devices from around the world.
"Explains Red Cloud's War, including its chronology, causes, and lasting effects"--
Exploring the relationship between plants and their environment, this book delves into how weather, soil, and animals contribute to plant growth. It addresses the effects of seasonal changes on plants and highlights the role of earthworms in supporting root systems. With simple, step-by-step instructions for experiments, readers are encouraged to engage with scientific concepts and analyze their findings, making it an interactive learning experience.
Offers step-by-step instructions for simple experiments that explore how plants are fertilized and reproduce, including how each part of a flower aids pollination and how insects pick up pollen from flowers.
The book explores the contrasting perspectives surrounding the civil rights movement in the United States, highlighting the arguments of both supporters and opponents. It delves into the historical context, societal impacts, and the ideological battles that defined this pivotal era, providing insight into the beliefs and motivations of each side. Through this examination, readers gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and challenges faced during the fight for civil rights.