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Flicking a switch and watching as a light turns on is a modern-day expectation, but there's so much happening between the two actions. Readers uncover the science behind everyday technologies and how power stations work in this volume. Through wonderfully designed illustrations, age-appropriate fact boxes, and references to engage readers after they turn the last page, students will broaden their knowledge of the fascinating technology that powers our world every day.

An empty stomach can expand by 500% when you start filling it with food! This and other amazing facts about the human body are presented in a creative and compelling way in this unique guide to basic biology and anatomy. Fun facts and memorable statistics are the basis of the text, and readers are sure to share the amazing information they've learned with others. Large, colorful images are also helpful sources of additional details — with photographs and illustrations filling the pages. Infographics and graphic organizers break down important processes and highlight important percentages as part of the eye-catching design.

They're the masterminds behind the machines we use and the technology we rely on, but what exactly do engineers do? In this volume, readers will discover more about the multitude of things engineers have created, as well as learn how engineering and technology will continue to impact the world in the future. Eye-catching artwork accompanies manageable text, allowing readers to better understand the world of engineering and further their comprehension of the STEM curriculum. Color photos and fascinating descriptions help readers immerse themselves with the volume and spark an appreciation for the process behind technological advances.

Technology is behind almost everything humans do, including traveling, learning, eating, and having fun. The word “technology” refers to various complex systems intended to make people's lives simpler. Readers will learn about many technological advancements made throughout the years as well as the ways technology will likely continue to advance for decades and centuries to come. Intricately drawn illustrations make the content enticing and understandable for readers, and the intriguing fact boxes further explore the STEM content.

Supercars sound like something out of an action movie, but they're found on real roads all over the world. These speedy, high-performance vehicles are developed using the latest technology, and readers learn all about them in this exciting look at a topic that's sure to appeal to young car enthusiasts. Short sections of text break down STEM concepts, and sidebars highlight technological developments and other fun facts. With each turn of the page, readers also find detailed images—from colorful photographs of supercars in action to infographics that supplement the text. Readers can even follow along with a fun activity!

Physical science can be a challenging topic for readers at any level, but this creative guide to physics breaks down essential concepts in a creative and accessible way. Text relating to forces and matter is presented in very short snippets, including bullet points, highlighted fun facts and statistics, and descriptions on diagrams. This is designed to help readers see that learning about science is anything but boring! Images play a large role in this learning experience, with information being presented in the form of graphic organizers, infographics, and a combination of illustrations and photographs.

Space and time are challenging concepts that can often seem hard to visualize, but this creative approach to science helps readers get the whole picture using accessible text and eye-catching images. Colorful illustrations, photographs, and infographics show readers the coolest things about space, and detailed diagrams give them a stronger understanding of the solar system and what lies beyond it. The focused text is broken down into bite-sized pieces of information — especially fun facts and shocking statistics — that readers will want to share with friends and family after finishing this out-of-this-world journey through space and time.

The relationship between people and their environment is an essential part of both social studies and science, and readers dive deeply into fun facts and surprising statistics about this important curriculum concept with the help of short, simple blocks of text that keep readers engaged and make learning fun. Infographics, illustrations, and colorful photographs provide additional sources of information and serve as the focal point of the creative design. This fresh approach to a familiar topic is crafted to help readers remember and share what they've learned.

The natural world is an exciting source of fun and facts for readers who want to deepen their understanding of life science concepts in a creative way. With each turn of the page, they discover large, eye-catching images — both illustrations and photographs — and a variety of text features that break down the basics of ecosystems, environmental science, and more. This fresh approach to common curriculum topics presents information through short pieces of text, statistics, and graphic organizers. The focus on infographics makes this a detailed and delightful reading experience for students at a variety of fluency levels.

Energy is a very important topic in today's world. It's an essential science concept as well as a major part of current events as fuel prices fluctuate and climate change continues to be a major concern. Readers are able to go beyond the basics in this creative and comprehensive look at energy and fuel. Concise, focused text is presented around detailed images, including diagrams, infographics, illustrations, and photographs. This image-focused presentation allows readers to obtain information from a variety of sources and makes learning fast facts and statistics fun and memorable.