What Is the World Made of? by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld
This book for young readers introduces children to the three states of matter - solids, liquids, and gases. Children will learn the importance and meaning of each state of matter and answer questions like "why can't I walk through walls" and "why are there 'blocks' in my drink?"
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/book/what-world-made
Using the wonderful illustrations in this book, elementary students can gain a better foundation of solids, liquids, and gases and apply their knowledge in the real world.
The Electronic Adventures of Diga Byte by Meredith Mammano
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/book/what-world-made
Using the wonderful illustrations in this book, elementary students can gain a better foundation of solids, liquids, and gases and apply their knowledge in the real world.
"Diga Byte is a small chubby worm who lives in a family's computer. He rides a wonderful traun called the Internet Express all over the World Wide Web in search of knowledge and fun. A rumbling tummy and a wrong turn on the USB bus send him into the family's digital camera where he explores all the images of their vacation until he is downloaded again back in to his computer."
http://thereadingtub.com/childrens-book-reviews.php?book=THE-ELECTRONIC-ADVENTURES-OF-DIGA-BYTE-by-Meredith-Mammano
As technology becomes more prevalent in our classrooms, it is important for students to gain a better understanding of the different aspects the Internet. And who knows, this book could inspire a student to create a great website!
What Are Clouds Made Of? by Geraldine Taylor
This interactive book containing fun flaps, pull tabs, and foldables answers childrens questions about the world around them. The topics vary from "who wakes up birds in the morning?" to "what do worms eat?" with beautifully illustrated pictures and scientific facts about earth science.
http://salebooks.com/Products/Detail.asp?ProductID=103385&Media=Book&SubCategoryID=2225&ReturnUrl=%2FProducts%2FCategoryMain.asp%3FMedia%3DBook%26MajorCategoryID%3D6
Young children often ask so many "WHY?" questions you think your head will explode! This book can provide an interactive way to answer some of those questions.
Gravity Is A Mystery by Franklyn M. Branley
Everyone knows what goes up must come down. But what is it that pulls everything toward Earth? Although we can't see it, gravity is all around us. Join a fun scientist and his dog as they explore gravity and the forces behind it.
http://www.harpercollins.com/books/Gravity-Mystery/
This book would be a great introduction to a lesson about gravity. Students can explore how gravity works much like the characters in the book.
Newton and Me by Lynne Mayer
"While at play with his dog, Newton, a young boy discovers the laws of force and motion in his everyday activities to throwing a ball, pulling a wagon, riding a bike, and much more. Children will learn that physics is a part of their world. They will realize that Newton's Laws of Motion describe experiences they have every day, and they will recognize how forces affect the objects around them."
http://www.sylvandellpublishing.com/bookpage.php?id=Newton
Although physics seems like a subject for older students, children can begin to understand the foundation of physics at a young age through this interesting book.
Now and Ben by Gene Barretta
"What would you do if you lived in a community without a library, hospital, post office, or fire department? If you were Benjamin Franklin, you’d set up these organizations yourself. Franklin also designed the lightning rod, suggested the idea of daylight saving time, invented bifocals and the odometer—all inspired by his common sense and intelligence."
http://us.macmillan.com/nowben/GeneBarretta
By reading this book, students can understand the importance of inventions and be inspired to create their own device they think the public should use like Ben Franklin did.
First the Egg by Laura Vaccaro Seeger
This Caldecott Honor book shows how life's transformations take place. From egg to chick and caterpillar to butterfly, children will be amazed at how the world can change in different ways.
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1415026.First_the_Egg
This book would be great with younger students as they begin to understand the transformation of life from beginning to end.
What's Out There? A Book About Space by Lynn Wilson
"This is an introduction to the most important concepts in planetary science for young children; it discusses the planets, the differences among the terrestrial planets, the phases of the Moon, the origin of day and night and of the seasons, human exploration of the Moon, and a couple of other ideas, all in succinct, easy-to-understand text."
http://www.planetary.org/blogs/emily-lakdawalla/2010/2783.html
Outer space is a fascinating and mysterious subject for all students. This book lays the foundation about the Solar System to engage students and motivate them to learn more!
Clara Caterpillar by Pamela Duncan Edwards
Clara Caterpillar, a cream colored butterfly compares herself to Catisha, a bright orange butterfly. She is jealous of her colors and dreams of being bright, but one day uses her camouflage to avoid being eaten by a cow. She learns that there are perks to being plain!
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/book/clara-caterpillar
Every child learns about a butterfly's metamorphosis throughout their early childhood education. This book takes a different approach and focuses on the color of a butterfly's wings, something some children may never think about.
Composting: Nature's Recyclers by Robin Koontz
"Dead leaves, food scraps, and grass clippings for lunch? Small animals, fungi, and bacteria called decomposers turn trash into a tasty compost treat. Learn more about compost and how you can use it in your garden or yard."
https://www.wormwatcher.com/store/shopexd.asp?id=41
In an inquiry based classroom, students can learn the benefits of composting and experiment with different matter to see how it decomposes.
http://thereadingtub.com/childrens-book-reviews.php?book=THE-ELECTRONIC-ADVENTURES-OF-DIGA-BYTE-by-Meredith-Mammano
As technology becomes more prevalent in our classrooms, it is important for students to gain a better understanding of the different aspects the Internet. And who knows, this book could inspire a student to create a great website!
What Are Clouds Made Of? by Geraldine Taylor
This interactive book containing fun flaps, pull tabs, and foldables answers childrens questions about the world around them. The topics vary from "who wakes up birds in the morning?" to "what do worms eat?" with beautifully illustrated pictures and scientific facts about earth science.
http://salebooks.com/Products/Detail.asp?ProductID=103385&Media=Book&SubCategoryID=2225&ReturnUrl=%2FProducts%2FCategoryMain.asp%3FMedia%3DBook%26MajorCategoryID%3D6
Young children often ask so many "WHY?" questions you think your head will explode! This book can provide an interactive way to answer some of those questions.
Everyone knows what goes up must come down. But what is it that pulls everything toward Earth? Although we can't see it, gravity is all around us. Join a fun scientist and his dog as they explore gravity and the forces behind it.
http://www.harpercollins.com/books/Gravity-Mystery/
This book would be a great introduction to a lesson about gravity. Students can explore how gravity works much like the characters in the book.
Newton and Me by Lynne Mayer
"While at play with his dog, Newton, a young boy discovers the laws of force and motion in his everyday activities to throwing a ball, pulling a wagon, riding a bike, and much more. Children will learn that physics is a part of their world. They will realize that Newton's Laws of Motion describe experiences they have every day, and they will recognize how forces affect the objects around them."
http://www.sylvandellpublishing.com/bookpage.php?id=Newton
Although physics seems like a subject for older students, children can begin to understand the foundation of physics at a young age through this interesting book.
Now and Ben by Gene Barretta
"What would you do if you lived in a community without a library, hospital, post office, or fire department? If you were Benjamin Franklin, you’d set up these organizations yourself. Franklin also designed the lightning rod, suggested the idea of daylight saving time, invented bifocals and the odometer—all inspired by his common sense and intelligence."
http://us.macmillan.com/nowben/GeneBarretta
By reading this book, students can understand the importance of inventions and be inspired to create their own device they think the public should use like Ben Franklin did.
First the Egg by Laura Vaccaro Seeger
This Caldecott Honor book shows how life's transformations take place. From egg to chick and caterpillar to butterfly, children will be amazed at how the world can change in different ways.
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1415026.First_the_Egg
This book would be great with younger students as they begin to understand the transformation of life from beginning to end.
What's Out There? A Book About Space by Lynn Wilson
"This is an introduction to the most important concepts in planetary science for young children; it discusses the planets, the differences among the terrestrial planets, the phases of the Moon, the origin of day and night and of the seasons, human exploration of the Moon, and a couple of other ideas, all in succinct, easy-to-understand text."
http://www.planetary.org/blogs/emily-lakdawalla/2010/2783.html
Outer space is a fascinating and mysterious subject for all students. This book lays the foundation about the Solar System to engage students and motivate them to learn more!
Clara Caterpillar by Pamela Duncan Edwards
Clara Caterpillar, a cream colored butterfly compares herself to Catisha, a bright orange butterfly. She is jealous of her colors and dreams of being bright, but one day uses her camouflage to avoid being eaten by a cow. She learns that there are perks to being plain!
http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/book/clara-caterpillar
Every child learns about a butterfly's metamorphosis throughout their early childhood education. This book takes a different approach and focuses on the color of a butterfly's wings, something some children may never think about.
Composting: Nature's Recyclers by Robin Koontz
"Dead leaves, food scraps, and grass clippings for lunch? Small animals, fungi, and bacteria called decomposers turn trash into a tasty compost treat. Learn more about compost and how you can use it in your garden or yard."
https://www.wormwatcher.com/store/shopexd.asp?id=41
In an inquiry based classroom, students can learn the benefits of composting and experiment with different matter to see how it decomposes.
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