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Author: Jeannie Meekins Publisher: Learning Island ISBN: Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 30
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Often called ���the roof of the world��� the Himalayas are the highest mountain range on Earth. They have over 100 peaks that are 4.5 miles (7 kilometres) high and have jet stream winds blasting at up to 200 miles (322 kilometres) per hour. The Himalayas are a snow-capped wonder of beauty, wildlife and mystery. Find out more about this magnificent mountain range. Reading level: 7.1
Author: Jeannie Meekins Publisher: Learning Island ISBN: Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 30
Book Description
Often called ���the roof of the world��� the Himalayas are the highest mountain range on Earth. They have over 100 peaks that are 4.5 miles (7 kilometres) high and have jet stream winds blasting at up to 200 miles (322 kilometres) per hour. The Himalayas are a snow-capped wonder of beauty, wildlife and mystery. Find out more about this magnificent mountain range. Reading level: 7.1
Author: Caitlind L. Alexander Publisher: Learning Island ISBN: Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 30
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Icebergs can be fascinating things. They are fresh water, floating islands of ice. Some of them are big enough to hold 100 football stadiums, or more. They can be a danger to passing ships and wildlife that gets trapped on them. They drift along with the currents, melting as they make their way toward warmer waters, and their slow death. Do you know: Why do icebergs float? What is the underwater part of an iceberg called? How old is the air trapped in some icebergs? What is a growler? How big was the biggest iceberg ever recorded? Find out the answers to these questions and more and amaze your family and friends with these fun facts. Ages 8 and up. All measurements in American and metric. Reading Level: 6.4 Learning Island believes in the value of children practicing reading for 15 minutes every day. Our 15-Minute Books give children lots of fun, exciting choices to read, from classic stories, to mysteries, to books of knowledge. Many books are appropriate for hi-lo readers. Open the world of reading to a child by having them read for 15 minutes a day.
Author: Jeannie Meekins Publisher: Learning Island ISBN: Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 30
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The Sahara is a land of extremes. It is the largest hot desert on Earth where the sand can reach a whopping 176 degrees Fahrenheit (80 degrees Celsius). It is also a land of mountains, plains – and snow. It is a constantly changing landscape with winds that blast dust halfway around the planet. Here are some interesting facts we have discovered about the Sahara. Do you know: What is the difference between a hot desert and a cold desert? Are there volcanoes in the Sahara? How many countries does the Sahara cover? How does the Sahara Desert help the Amazon rainforest? Does it snow in the Sahara Desert? Find out the answers to these questions and more and amaze your family and friends with these fun facts. Ages 8 and up. All measurements in American and metric. Reading Level: 6.9 Learning Island believes in the value of children practicing reading for 15 minutes every day. Our 15-Minute Books give children lots of fun, exciting choices to read, from classic stories, to mysteries, to books of knowledge. Many books are appropriate for hi-lo readers. Open the world of reading to a child by having them read for 15 minutes a day.
Author: Jeannie Meekins Publisher: Learning Island ISBN: Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 25
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How old is Earth? How fast does Earth spin? What is happening to Mount Everest, the highest place on Earth? What is the lowest place on Earth? Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book. Earth is the only planet in the universe that has life. It orbits an ordinary star in the outer edge of The Milky Way Galaxy. It is a small rocky planet, third in line from its sun. Seventy percent of it is covered by water. It is our home. But how much do you really know about it? LearningIsland.com believes in the value of children practicing reading for 15 minutes every day. Our 15-Minute Books give children lots of fun, exciting choices to read, from classic stories, to mysteries, to books of knowledge. Open the world of reading to a child by having them read for 15 minutes a day.
Author: Jeannie Meekins Publisher: Learning Island ISBN: Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 49
Book Description
How old is Earth? How fast does Earth spin? What is happening to Mount Everest, the highest place on Earth? What is the lowest place on Earth? Learn the answer to these questions and many more fun facts in this 15-Minute Book. Earth is the only planet in the universe that has life. It orbits an ordinary star in the outer edge of The Milky Way Galaxy. It is a small rocky planet, third in line from its sun. Seventy percent of it is covered by water. It is our home. But how much do you really know about it? The Educational Version has activities that meet Common Core Curriculum Standards. LearningIsland.com believes in the value of children practicing reading for 15 minutes every day. Our 15-Minute Books give children lots of fun, exciting choices to read, from classic stories, to mysteries, to books of knowledge. Open the world of reading to a child by having them read for 15 minutes a day.
Author: Jeannie Meekins Publisher: Learning Island ISBN: Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 30
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The Ganges River or River Ganga begins in an ice cave in the Himalayan Mountains. It flows through India and Bangladesh and enters the sea at the world’s largest delta. The river supports over 400 million people and thousands of animal and plant species. It is sacred to the Hindu people and worshipped as a goddess. Many people wish to die near the Ganges. Many people do. Every year, over 10,000 human bodies float down the river to the sea. Do you know: Where does the Ganges River begin? What is the Ganges River named after? What is a ghat? What kinds of animals live in the Ganges River? What is strange about the Ganges River dolphin? Find out the answers to these questions and more and amaze your family and friends with these fun facts. Ages 8 and up. All measurements in American and metric. Reading Level: 6.9 LearningIsland.com believes in the value of children practicing reading for 15 minutes every day. Our 15-Minute Books give children lots of fun, exciting choices to read, from classic stories, to mysteries, to books of knowledge. Many books are appropriate for hi-lo readers. Open the world of reading to a child by having them read for 15 minutes a day.
Author: Kate Light Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP ISBN: 1538246651 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 32
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Buckle up for brutal switchbacks, perilous plunges, stupendous speeds, and ludicrous lengths! This ride of a lifetime will transport readers down famous roads and highways all over the globe. They'll explore engineering marvels from the iconic Route 66 to record-breaking roads. They'll learn about the design behind the fastest, longest, and steepest roads, and marvel at the strangest roads ever built. Stunning photographs of these epic roads and highways will captivate and engage readers. Summarized in easily digestible fun facts, this accessible narrative also introduces readers to STEM-related curricula.
Author: Noëlle van der Waag-Cowling Publisher: Academic Conferences and publishing limited ISBN: 1912764121 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages :
Author: Jon Richards Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP ISBN: 1538213575 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 32
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"Earth science is made up of so many topics: weather, landforms, and even natural disasters. It can take a lot of time to learn about the details of each. Infographics are the perfect way to cover a lot of these subject areas in less time, including why earthquakes happen, the water cycle, and how mountains form, as well as many other parts of the Earth science curriculum. Each chapter aims to involve readers in what they're learning through succinct text and colorful, creative diagrams. In addition, ""Try This"" boxes suggest activities and questions through which readers can apply their knowledge."
Author: Steve Jenkins Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt ISBN: 0547349564 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 36
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In this stunning picture book, Steve Jenkins takes us to Mount Everest - exploring its history, geography, climate, and culture. This unique book takes readers on the ultimate adventure of climbing the great mountain. Travel along and learn what to pack for such a trek and the hardships one may suffer on the way to the top. Avalanches, frostbite, frigid temperatures, wind, and limited oxygen are just a few of the dangers that make scaling this peak one of the most extreme physical challenges one can experience. To stand on the top of Mount Everest is to stand on top of the world. With informative text and exquisitely detailed cut paper illustrations, Steve Jenkins brings this extreme journey alive for young adventurers.
Author: Jeannie Meekins
Author: Jeannie Meekins
Author: Caitlind L. Alexander
Author: Jeannie Meekins
Author: Jeannie Meekins
Author: Jeannie Meekins
Author: Jeannie Meekins
Author: Kate Light
Author: Noëlle van der Waag-Cowling
Author: Jon Richards
Author: Steve Jenkins