Marne Ventura Libri

Presents 12 of the most epic space journeys. Readers will take an armchair tour of Neil Armstrong's first walk on the moon, a visit to the International Space Station, the NASA Voyager Program, and more.

From Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman doctor in the United States, to Tu Youyou, who found a cure for malaria, Ronald McDonald House co-founder Audrey Evans, and Dr. Susan Love, who is working to end breast cancer, this book profiles 12 dedicated women in medicine from around the world. Each chapter includes attention-grabbing photos, biographical details, and fascinating facts. Sidebars go beyond the basics, and prompts invite readers to think for themselves. An Out of the Shadows section features mini-bios of women in medicine who never got the recognition they deserved.

What does it take to make a tough tower? Gather some supplies and try it out for yourself! Discover tips and ideas on how to build the best tower around!

What does it take to make a sunshade? Gather some supplies and try it out for yourself! Discover tips and ideas on how to build the best sunshade around!

Focusing on the science of tsunami detection, this book offers an engaging exploration of how scientists study these natural disasters. Colorful spreads are complemented by fun facts, informative sidebars, and a disaster preparedness checklist, enhancing the reader's understanding. Additionally, a "How It Works" feature provides insight into the mechanisms behind tsunami detection, making it both educational and visually appealing.

Do you love being near the ocean? Do you love ocean animals? Read this book to learn about becoming a marine biologist.

Do you enjoy going to the zoo? Do you love wild animals? Read this book to learn about working as a zookeeper.

Focusing on the study of floods, this book offers an engaging exploration of disaster detection through vibrant spreads filled with fun facts and informative sidebars. It includes a disaster preparedness checklist and a "How It Works" feature, making complex scientific concepts accessible and exciting for readers.

By blending the excitement of baseball with STEM education, this book encourages children to explore science, technology, engineering, and math through their favorite sport. It poses engaging questions about baseball, such as the sweet spot, the history of the pitching machine, and the manufacturing of baseballs, while also highlighting the role of numbers in the game and potential STEM careers in baseball. This accessible introduction fosters curiosity and helps kids make connections across academic subjects, making learning both fun and relevant.

From the Super Bowl to the Daytona 500, all of the greatest sports events are an impressive display of science, technology, engineering, and math. STEM in the Greatest Sports Events uncovers how weather can affect a game. It looks at the cameras and computers, the impressive design of the stadiums, and the statistics of each event. Readers will gain a better understanding of each event while learning more about STEM.