"What is the fall equinox? The official start of the harvest season, it occurs around September 21 each year. It marks the end of summer and the beginning of longer nights and shorter days. For many cultures around the world, the fall equinox represents a time to celebrate the harvest and begin collecting and storing crops. Looking at both the science of weather and the history of how the fall equinox has been celebrated by various ..."
The Longest Day(Reprint) Celebrating the Summer Solstice by Professor WendyPfeffer, LindaBleck Paperback, 40 Pages, Published 2015 by Puffin Books ISBN-13: 978-0-14-751556-8, ISBN: 0-14-751556-4
"A science-oriented nonfiction picture book about the summer solstice sure to be a classroom favorite! In this fourth and final book in the series about seasons, Wendy Pfeffer turns her attention to summer, when butterflies emerge from silky cocoons and daylight hours stretch longer and longer. With lyrical prose and vibrant illustrations, The Longest Day takes us on a journey through the history and science behind the summer solstice, w ..."
The Longest Day Celebrating the Summer Solstice by WendyPfeffer, LindaBleck Hardcover, 40 Pages, Published 2010 by Dutton Juvenile ISBN-13: 978-0-525-42237-2, ISBN: 0-525-42237-4
"In this fourth and final book in the series about seasons, Wendy Pfeffer turns her attention to summer, when butterflies emerge from silky cocoons and daylight hours stretch longer and longer. With lyrical prose and vibrant illustrations, The Longest Day takes us on a journey through the history and science behind the summer solstice, with a focus on summer celebrations from various cultures around the world. Teachers and students alike ..."
"The spring equinox signals the time of year when the days are getting longer, the growing season has begun, and animals give birth to their young. With accessible, lyrical prose and vibrant illustrations, this book explains the science behind spring and shows how the annual ?rebirth? of Earth has been celebrated by various cultures throughout the ages and the world. Teachers will appreciate the simple science, the multicultural history, ..."
A New Beginning(Reprint) Celebrating the Spring Equinox by Professor WendyPfeffer, LindaBleck Paperback, 40 Pages, Published 2016 by Puffin Books ISBN-13: 978-1-101-99771-0, ISBN: 1-101-99771-0
"The spring equinox signals the time of year when the days are getting longer, the growing season has begun, and animals give birth to their young. With accessible, lyrical prose and vibrant illustrations, this book explains the science behind spring and shows how the annual ?rebirth? of Earth has been celebrated by various cultures throughout the ages and the world. Teachers will appreciate the simple science, the multicultural history, ..."
We Gather Together(1st Edition) Celebrating the Harvest Season by WendyPfeffer, LindaBleck Hardcover, 40 Pages, Published 2006 by Dutton Juvenile ISBN-13: 978-0-525-47669-6, ISBN: 0-525-47669-5
"The fall equinox signals the time of year when we gather our harvests and give thanks for their bounty. With accessible, lyrical prose and vibrant illustrations, this nonfiction picture book explains the science behind autumn and the social history of harvest-time celebrations. We Gather Together presents a remarkable range of cultural traditions throughout the ages and the world, many of which have influenced our contemporary Thanksgiv ..."
"This is a Level 1 Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores introductory concepts perfect for children in the primary grades and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, ..."
The Arctic Fox's Journey (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1) by WendyPfeffer, Morgan Huff Paperback, 40 Pages, Published 2019 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-06-249082-7, ISBN: 0-06-249082-6
"During the winter, the arctic fox begins an incredible journey. She heads north through the tundra, toward the top of the world. No larger than a house cat, she faces treacherous obstacles, frightening predators, and bitter cold along the way.It seems impossible that she could persist against the elements on her almost 2,000-mile journey—but she does.Read and find out about the arctic fox’s quest for survival.The Arctic Fox’s Journey is ..."
"Organized by Lexile, this 20-book collection contains age-appropriate content-area trade books that students at different levels can read successfully and enjoy. This collection features high-interest science and social studies."
Sounds All Around by WendyPfeffer 40 Pages, Published 2017 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-06-266186-9, ISBN: 0-06-266186-8
"This book also includes a Find Out More section with additional and updated experiments, such as finding out how sound travels through water."
Sounds All Around(Reprint) (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 1) by WendyPfeffer, Anna Chernyshova Paperback, 40 Pages, Published 2016 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-06-238669-4, ISBN: 0-06-238669-7
"Sounds are all around us. Clap your hands, snap your fingers: You’re making sounds. Read and find out how people and animals use different kinds of sounds to communicate. With colorful illustrations from Anna Chernyshova and engaging text from Wendy Pfeffer, Sounds All Around is a fascinating look into how sound works!Featuring rich vocabulary bolded throughout the text, this brand-new edition of a 1999 title includes brand-new illustra ..."
Light Is All Around Us(Updated) (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) by WendyPfeffer, Paul Meisel Paperback, 40 Pages, Published 2015 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-06-238190-3, ISBN: 0-06-238190-3
"Light is all around you! It comes in many forms: Light from the sun brightens our day, firelight flickers in the night, electric lights fill our homes—and some animals even make the sea glow! With lively illustrations and diagrams and clear, engaging text, this Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out picture book is a fascinating look into the many ways that light brightens our world.Now rebranded with a new cover look, this book features rich ..."
"Pumpkins can be baked in a pie. Pumpkins can be carved into jack-o'-lanterns. Pumpkin seeds can be roasted for a healthy snack. But how does a tiny seed turn into a big pumpkin? Read and find out what a pumpkin seed needs to help it grow!"
"You can't breathe underwater, but a fish can. You can't eat underwater, but a fish does it every day. Named a Best Children's Science Book of the Year by Science Books & Films, this Level 1 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out picture book explains how a fish's body is perfectly designed for life in water.Now rebranded with a new cover look, this classic picture book features graceful text that invites young readers to imagine what it's like to have ..."
Light Is All Around Us (Let's-Read-And-Find-Out Science: Stage 2 (Paperback)) by WendyPfeffer, Paul Meisel Hardcover, 37 Pages, Published 2014 by Perfection Learning ISBN-13: 978-1-62765-367-1, ISBN: 1-62765-367-8
"Light is all around you! It comes in many forms: Light from the sun brightens our day, firelight flickers in the night, electric lights fill our homes--and some animals even make the sea glow! With lively illustrations and fun diagrams from Paul Meisel, Light Is All Around Us by Wendy Pfeffer is a fascinating look into the many ways that light brightens our world.This is a Stage 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores m ..."
Light Is All Around Us (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) by WendyPfeffer, Paul Meisel Hardcover, 40 Pages, Published 2014 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-06-029121-1, ISBN: 0-06-029121-4
"Light is all around you! It comes in many forms: Light from the sun brightens our day, firelight flickers in the night, electric lights fill our homes—and some animals even make the sea glow! With lively illustrations and fun diagrams from Paul Meisel, Light Is All Around Us by Wendy Pfeffer is a fascinating look into the many ways that light brightens our world. This is a Stage 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores m ..."
Light Is All Around Us (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) by WendyPfeffer, Paul Meisel Paperback, 40 Pages, Published 2014 by Harpercollins ISBN-13: 978-0-06-440924-7, ISBN: 0-06-440924-4
"Light is all around you! It comes in many forms: Light from the sun brightens our day, firelight flickers in the night, electric lights fill our homes—and some animals even make the sea glow! With lively illustrations and fun diagrams from Paul Meisel, Light Is All Around Us by Wendy Pfeffer is a fascinating look into the many ways that light brightens our world. This is a Stage 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores m ..."