Learn all about the working of the human brain, such as memory, parts of the brain, how it works, brain games, etc. Designed for the school market. Great for kids! Great for grown-ups too!

Hmm? The Most Interesting Book You'll Ever Read About Memory (Mysterious You)

Diane Swanson

scholastic

The stomach grumbles, growls, and roars. The curious will finally discover what causes those noisy rumbles, what food is made of, how the body breaks it down, how sight and smell affect what we taste and many more incredible facts to digest.

Burp! The Most Interesting Book You'll Ever Read about Eating

Science & Math

Agricultural Sciences

About the series: Each book in the Welcome to the World of Series introduces children to wildlife through color photographs, lively description and amazing facts.

Welcome to the World of Otters

Children's Books

Animals

Demco Media

"At one time cannibals in New Guinea believed they could absorb the skills and knowledge of their enemies by eating their brains."    Believe it or not, in the 1950s and 1960s competent scientists actually tested an "edible memory theory." Only through the time-honored tradition of scientists cross-checking one another's results did the theory get discarded.    Science is everywhere! It's astonishing to what extent it pervades our lives, influencing us on a daily basis. But there is a lot of faulty and phony research, and it's difficult for the public to discern what science is good and what is false or misleading. Nibbling on Einstein's Brain takes a fun yet informative look at the scientific facts that constantly bombard us.    How can we equip ourselves to better judge what is good and what is suspect? First we must examine how good             science works. And don't worry, there is plenty of good science out there. You'll learn how to follow a "scientific method" for developing theories, designing research to test those theories, and analyzing the results in order to reach conclusions. You'll be amazed at how fascinating the process can be. Now go back: is the initial theory still sound? Good science is always checked and rechecked, both by the original scientist and by others in the field.    Plenty of tips are offered on how to be discerning when it comes to science. Chapters are organized into specific themes to help the reader become a skilled scientific watchdog:    Science Watch    21 "Baloney Busters" look at how science can go wrong (sometimes in hilarious ways). A checklist of things to watch for ends the chapter.     Media Watch     Since most of us rely on the media to learn about              scientific advances, how can we tell when something is reliable? "Media Alerts" examine how reporting can confuse or misrepresent science. Tips on how to be a smart consumer of news and products are recapped in a final checklist.     Mind Watch    "Mind Traps" explore how the human mind -- your mind -- can muddle the science news you receive. There are hints on how to look critically at science research and how to doubt while still keeping an open mind. A mind-trap question checklist finishes things off.      The engaging text is perfectly geared to middle readers and is complemented by amusing illustrations and a lively design. Numerous sidebars throughout feature intriguing facts, examples of experiments, humorous tales, and provocative quotes from scientists, astronomers, and philosophers. Kids are encouraged to question the process of science so they can separate the good from the bad. A              list of recommended books, magazines, and Internet sites as well as a glossary of terms complete this illuminating exploration of science and how it enters our everyday world.

Nibbling on Einstein's Brain : The Good, the Bad and the Bogus in Science

Bt Bound

Owls are a hoot! Whether they're hunting in the forest or hiding in a prairie burrow, these birds are full of tricks. Did you know that burrowing owlets can imitate rattlesnakes to scare away their enemies? Or that saw-whet owls can throw their voices from tree to tree, like ventriloquists? From hoots to spooks, Diane Swanson reveals the mischievous world of owls in the wild.

Welcome to the World of Owls

Whitecap Books

These are the latest titles in this popular series that introduces children to North American wildlife through color photographs and fascinating text. Young readers will be enchanted by America's smallest bird, the fearless hummingbird. Its resting heart rate is an astonishing 480 beats per minute and, unlike any other bird, it can fly backwards.Few animals capture the imagination like wild horses. There are nearly 50,000 wild horses still roaming western North America. This book reveals their origins, their complex family systems, and how they live together off the land.

Welcome to the World of Moose

 Wild horses are symbols of strength, adventure and freedom. But did you know that the ones in North America are descended from tame animals that arrived with the explorers and settlers? Wild horses can walk within an hour of their birth, sleep standing up, and grow shaggy hair to keep warm in winter. They also love to buck and play, so kick up your heels and discover these enchanting creatures.  About the series: Each book in the Welcome to the World of Series introduces children to wildlife through color photographs, lively description and amazing facts. 

Wild Horses

These are the latest titles in this popular series that introduces children to North American wildlife through color photographs and fascinating text. Young readers will be enchanted by America's smallest bird, the fearless hummingbird. Its resting heart rate is an astonishing 480 beats per minute and, unlike any other bird, it can fly backwards.Few animals capture the imagination like wild horses. There are nearly 50,000 wild horses still roaming western North America. This book reveals their origins, their complex family systems, and how they live together off the land.

Rabbits and Hares

Tandem Library

Safari Beneath the Sea: The Wonder World of the North Pacific Coast

Walrus

Stories about wild animals that have managed to adapt to living in cities.

Coyotes in the Crosswalk: True Tales of Animal Life in the Wilds...of the City!

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