New Releases by Dana Meachen Rau

Learn how the International Space Station has helped scientists from all over the world research outer space, natural disasters, the human body, and more since its construction in 1998—featuring a full-color foldout map! From the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series comes Where Is?, a series that tells the stories of world-famous landmarks and natural wonders. In 1998, the United States, Canada, Japan, Russia, and ten other European countries collaborated to create the International Space Station. Modules were created by experts from all over the world and then launched into space, where they were assembled into a functioning research laboratory and living space for astronauts. Thanks to the station, humans have been able to conduct experiments and collect data in a way that they had never done before. Today, over 280 astronauts from over twenty countries have visited the International Space Station. The contributions to STEM and space exploration aboard the ISS are far-reaching and ongoing for space programs around the world.

Joy and Chip, who is blind, are siblings who enjoy a day full of play and imagination, sharing food and toys, and creating new games to play.

This book includes ideas for turning common household items into a variety of interesting and creative crafts. Crafters practice comprehension skills as they use text and diagrams to follow the steps for each project. The activities push students to learn and apply domain-specific vocabulary, practice new techniques, and build on concepts that may already be familiar. Other tools, including an index and additional resources, encourage readers to locate information and explore further independently.

Vegan food is good for you and for the planet. But if you''re thinking of revolutionizing your diet, you need to get the facts first. Learn about the benefits and challenges of a diet that does not include meat or animal products such as eggs and dairy. Helpful tips, delicious vegan recipes, and how tos will make the switch so much easier. Want to change the world? Now you can, one plate at a time.

Recipes from Mexico includes a variety of recipes for each meal of the day. Information on how to read a recipe, safety in the kitchen, and daily nutritional requirements are also included. Quick tips and variations as well as considerations for dietary restrictions round out each recipe.

Whether you''re looking for something to do on a rainy day or making a personalized gift for a friend, crafts are a great way to pass the time. They also provide an opportunity to learn how to draw meaning from technical texts. The activities in this book push readers to read for comprehension, use information gained from the text and illustrations to follow step-by-step directions, determine relationships among steps in a technical process, and build the skills they need to make the perfect crafts for the winter season.

This guidebook describes the function of the heart and blood. Readers are treated to vibrant photographs, illustrations, and other visual content that supports this fascinating text.

Whether you''re looking for something to do on a rainy day or making a personalized gift for a friend, crafts are a great way to pass the time. They also provide an opportunity to learn how to draw meaning from technical texts. The activities in this book push readers to read for comprehension, use information gained from the text and illustrations to follow step-by-step directions, determine relationships among steps in a technical process, and build the skills they need to make amazing crafts with duct tape.

The sun provides us with the light and energy we need to survive. It also serves as the center of our solar system, with its gravitational pull keeping the planets in orbit. But what exactly is the sun? This title explores how the sun was formed, wha

"Step-by-step instructions teach readers how to create food art with cookies"--

Learn how to carve pumpkins with these fun activities.

Learn how to paint rocks in interesting designs with these fun activities.

Learn how to create beautiful fairy retreats with these fun activities.

Learn how to make butterfly gardens with these fun activities.

Learn how to build sandcastles with these fun activities.

Learn how to decorate eggs with these fun activities.

"Step-by-step instructions teach readers how to create food art with cupcakes"--Provided by publisher.

This book describes the benefits, challenges, and steps to switching to an organic diet.

"Describes the benefits, challenges, and steps to switching to a vegetarian diet"--

Following the scientific process, this title provides instruction on how to conduct experiments that help students gain a better understanding of light.

The Hands on Science series provides students with background on key concepts in Science. Each title includes engaging hands on exercises that bring the concepts to life for kids. Real World Science: Rocks and Minerals, provide background on rocks and minerals, what they are and how they form, how rocks change, and the uses of rocks and minerals.

Following a guessing game format, this book provides young readers with clues about a honeybee''s physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats, challenging readers to identify it.

"Find out where writers get their ideas, your story''s characters and setting, writing, revising, and presenting your writing"--Provided by publisher.

These series are designed specifically for children who are just learning to read. Each title provides and supports a winning approach to the efforts of early literacy. the books in What''s Cooking? explore the different kinds of food we eat.

"Learn how to make your writing better and more interesting."--Provided by publisher.

A child jumps high, as a bird, a kite, and more pass by.

"Introduces the tools librarians use in their work"--Provided by publisher.

Provides a basic introduction to rainbows, including how and when they are formed.

Simple text with rebuses introduces games and activities to enjoy in a park.

As the seasons change, a family shares both fun and chores in their yard.