New Releases by Darlene R. Stille

Learn about the journals of Lewis and Clark, fascinating documents kept by the famous U.S. explorers. Find out about the perilous journey they took to explore our fascinating continent!

Begin the journey into the lives of important people in history with Beginner Biographies. These simple, illustrated biographies provide a perfect entry point for learning about history. The childhood, education, and election of President Barack Obama are presented with short, simple text for the elementary school audience. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO.

Shares photographs taken during the Civil War, revealing more about the people, places, and history of the time.

"Discover the science behind heat. You will learn about what makes heat and how to read a thermometer. You will also find out how heat changes things."--Cover.

What does science have to do with the lunch lady? A lot! For starters, you''ll find out how food is created and how it gets to your school''s kitchen. Then you''ll discover how food is cooked, including how the tools that make it were invented. And, in the end, you''ll see how food travels from your plate right through you.

Discusses the biological and physical science involved when the body is engaged in physical activity.

Did you ever wake up one morning not feeling well? The doctor said you most likely had the flu. You stayed home from school. Many of your classmates also stayed home sick. On the television news that night, you heard that flu had been declared a pandemic. A pandemic is an outbreak of a disease that affects whole continents or even the entire world. Controlling pandemics takes the cooperation of everyone, from the government to the individual. Headline Science uses news stories and everyday applications to explain the science behind pandemics.

The idea of custom-made life-forms would once have been pure science fiction. Not any more, however, thanks to genetic engineering. Genetic engineering already allows single-cell bacteria to work as drug-making factories. It has made possible new types of plants that resist diseases. It could lead to cures for cancers and other fatal illnesses. Genetic engineers work with DNA, the molecule that genes are made of. They insert new genes into animals, plants, bacteria, and other organisms. Their work, however, has raised ethical concerns. Should humans tamper with the blueprint of life? Headline Science uses news stories and everyday applications to explain the science behind genetic engineering.

Have you ever gotten sick from something you ate? You might have had a foodborne illness. Careless handling can introduce germs into the food supply germs that can make us sick. Vegetables, eggs, meat, and even water can carry viruses and bacteria that upset our digestive system. Foodborne illnesses are in the news as people are warned of outbreaks and investigators work to find the sources and prevent future contamination. Headline Science uses news stories and everyday applications to explain the science behind foodborne illnesses.

Describes the hazards ultraviolet rays can pose to exposed skin, and explains how to keep skin properly protected from the sun.

"An introduction to unusual objects and phenomena in the universe. Includes diagrams, fun facts, glossary, resource list, and index"--Provided by publisher.

Real-life application of the science topics studied at the middle school level, using headlines from the media to capture interest and provide the answer for "why study this?" Topics reinforce state and national standards for core science through the everyday application of concepts such as genetics, force and motion, plate tectonics, etc. Focus is on science technology and the study of science-related personal and societal challenges. Back matter includes a timeline of major events and discoveries in book''s area of science, glossary, additional resources, and index.

Children are taught to respect the symbols of America from their first day of school. The Capitol Building provides teachers an easy-to-read picture book explaining the creation, history, and meaning of the building that represent our nation''s laws.

A look at what metamorphic rocks are, how they are formed and what they are used for.

A look at what igneous rocks are, how they are formed and what they are used for.

Explains how the study of forensic materials such as hairs and fibers aid in criminal investigations.

A look at what sedimentary rocks are, how they are formed and what they are used for.

Examines the different types of simple organisms, from bacteria to sea sponges.

Explains what minerals are, the elements in minerals, properties of minerals, where minerals are found, and how minerals are used.

Learn about the forces shaping the world''s crust.

From the tiniest butterfly to the largest elephant, all animals are made up of cells. Readers will discover the amazing realities behind these microscopic creatures with vibrant pictures and simple diagrams.

Find out where DNA is located and how it helps determine our individual traits.

Learn about chemical changes and what causes them.

Describes the life of a bottlenose dolphin.

Describes the life of a green sea turtle.

Describes the life of a hammerhead shark.

Describes the life of an elephant seal.

Discusses the properties of soil, how it is formed, and why it is vital to survival on earth.

Describes the life of the clown fish.

Learn how humpback whales live in the ocean, meet their friends, and see their natural habitat.