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Stars Beneath Your Bed: The Surprising Story of Dust

Finding it just about everywhere, this simple science picture book explains the process of dust in the world in which we live while exploring the diverse matter that it contains, including bits of stars and traces of extinct dinosaurs.

Pollution: Problems & Solutions

By studying the effect of toxins on wildlife, understanding the societal problems posed by pollution, and participating in recycling and clean-up projects, kids can become proactive in preserving the future of our planet. Illustrations.

Earth Sciences for Students

This four-volume reference presents the content from the Macmillan Encyclopedia of Earth Sciences at a level appropriate for students in grades five and up. Organized alphabetically by topic, the 300 articles provide a complete overview of the earth sciences curriculum, covering the Earth from its core to its surface and incorporating an interdisciplinary approach that includes relevant sciences such as oceanography, atmospheric sciences, biology, paleontology, physics, chemistry, astronomy and others. In addition, some of the articles focus on people, career opportunities and topics in the news, such as the search for extraterrestrial life and women pioneers in earth science. Other features include defined vocabulary right on the page and sidebars highlighting related facts and issues in the news.

Science Explorer Weather and Climate

Presents an introduction to weather and climatology.

Cactus Desert

With the sun blazing down from a cloudless sky, one would think nothing could survive in the harsh desert. But many organisms actually thrive–from scorpions and rattlesnakes to beetles and spiders. It’s not the easiest life on the baking earth, but it’s so fascinating to visit the desert–one small square at a time. Full color.