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

  The Doctor and You is a book for any young child who will experience a trip to a doctor's office, hospital, or health clinic. The photographs familiarize children with many of the medical instruments and machines they are likely to encounter during their visit, allowing them to become more comfortable with doctors and hospitals. By showing how specific instruments are used to examine or treat them, children become comfortable with how they work and what they accomplish.    Some of the tools examined include: a scale, a reflex hammer, a tongue depressor, an electronic thermometer, an ophthalmoscope, an otoscope, a stethoscope, blood pressure equipment, blood sampling equipment, a syringe, an X-ray machine, and casts for setting broken bones.Control over their own bodies is very important to young children. Their role with each medical tool is emphasized through a special feature called "Your Job" that briefly             explains what children can do to help with the procedure, providing a positive and active role in their own health care.    All information is presented in a positive manner. For instance, the book does not include "taking temperatures" because research has shown that many young children think this means that something is actually being removed from them. Potential fears associated with medical procedures, such as the belief that X-rays reveal secrets, are also addressed in a comforting and honest manner.    A special page has been included for parents that offers pointers for discussions. Follow-up play activities geared towards helping children feel more comfortable about visiting a doctor are suggested.    The Doctor and You is illustrated with 23 color photographs taken at a children's hospital and several line drawings.  

Doctor and You

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Consumer Guides

Annick Press

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 in this popular series that introduces children to wildlife through color photographs and fascinating text.Did you know that some crocodiles live up to 100 years? Or that alligators are only found in North America and China? These feared and often misunderstood creatures will capture the imagination of children.Which two animals breathe through their skin? Frogs and toads do Young readers will delight in learning how to tell the difference between their two favorite slimy creatures.

Welcome to the World of Frogs And Toads

San Val

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

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