"Our knowledge of space has increased spectacularly with the advent of space satellites, telescopes, and probes. Yet, sightings of UFOs continue to be quite high. Clearly, a skilled investigator is needed to discover the unsettling truth behind these alarming objects. This thrilling guide to the extraterrestrial, which includes information about Area 51, crop circles, and Roswell, New Mexico, presents heroic readers with need-to-know scientific knowledge,...

Vampires, besides being bloodthirsty, are said to be extremely intelligent, perhaps so intelligent that they've tricked people into believing they don't exist. In this spine-tingling text, valiant readers are given the chilling challenge of gathering scientific evidence about an intriguing monster. They're introduced to the methods real-life scientists use to perform experiments and presented with accessible step-by-step instructions to gather essential...

"It might be a matter of life and death whether the stink coming from a sibling's bedroom is smelly socks or the odor of the undead, as in zombies! So, the real-life scientific methods and vocabulary in this entertaining and enlightening volume could save a life. Readers will be riveted as they're carefully trained to become paranormal investigators. They'll learn to make predictions, identify variables, analyze outcomes, and possibly avert a zombie...

Some maps only show us where different locations are, but others also deal with the population in these locations. In this resourceful guide to mapping people, readers learn how to decipher and create these kinds of maps. Helpful diagrams, informational fact boxes, a detailed glossary, useful graphic organizers, and vivid, full-color examples of maps further expand readers' understanding of this essential social studies curriculum topic. The focus...

Even monsters have to go to bed! That's the charming premise of this math-oriented story. Readers will exercise their knowledge of numbers as they follow along with the easy-to-understand text. They'll read how these ten silly monsters need to brush their colorful spots, scrub their stinky feet, and tuck in their not-so-terrible tails as they get ready to snooze. Each page offers a chance to practice counting, while learning what these cute characters...

Even monsters have to go to bed! That's the charming premise of this math-oriented story. Readers will exercise their knowledge of numbers as they follow along with the easy-to-understand text. They'll read how these ten silly monsters need to brush their colorful spots, scrub their stinky feet, and tuck in their not-so-terrible tails as they get ready to snooze. Each page offers a chance to practice counting, while learning what these cute characters...

Readers journey under the sea to discover the amazing animals that live there. In addition to learning basic facts about each sea creature, they are encouraged to take an active approach to reading. Bright and bold directions instruct them to poke the pages, touch the pictures, and try other simple activities that get their entire body involved in the reading experience. The short, clear text is paired with vibrant illustrations of colorful, cool...

Readers interested in expanding their knowledge of the animal world are introduced to the different types of mollusks in this accessible and engaging text that complements science curriculum topics. Basic facts about these fascinating sea creatures, which include snails, clams, mussels, squid, and octopi are explored as readers learn about their nutrition needs, reproductive stages, and their life cycles. Creative design elements give readers a better...

Readers are sure to enjoy this interactive look at the animals that fill the skies above their heads. Simple, achievable text introduces a wide variety of winged creatures and basic facts about them. These early science concepts are paired with delightful illustrations of these animals in action. Readers are then encouraged to take action themselves by turning, touching, and shaking the pages in addition to other fun activities that enhance this learning...

Some monsters are tall, and some are short! Some are heavy, and others are light! Full-color illustrations and fun stories make this a simple introduction to measuring for early readers.