Best Selling Books by Emily Sohn

A new disease has reared its ugly head. People are getting very sick with high fevers and an itchy rash. Even worse, it seems to be spreading quickly to several major cities around the world. What is this new disease, and why is it spreading so fast? It''s up to Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists to find out! In this nonfiction graphic novel, young readers can follow the team as they go on an exciting, fact-filled adventure to learn how diseases work, why pandemics and superbugs are so dangerous, and things they can do to help stop the spread of deadly disease.

Some dogs are black. Other dogs are brown. Some plants have purple flowers and others have white flowers. Living things have different traits that they pass onto their offspring. Let''s investigate traits to learn more!

In graphic novel format, follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind sound.

"A seed falls from a plant. A mouse eats the seed. An owl eats the mouse. Each animal gets energy from its food. How does energy flow from one living thing to another? Let''s investigate food chains and food webs!"--

The world is full of things that need energy! Do you know what gives you the energy to run, jump, or swim? Learn about the many forms of energy and how they are related to matter through science in the real world. Use what you learn to solve a puzzle and save the school''s lunch! Includes a note to caregivers, a glossary, a discover activity, and career connections, as well as connections to science history.

Astro the Alien and his friends Ben and Eva visit and learn about ocean animals, including animals that live near coral reefs, in the deep ocean, and in tide pools. Includes a note to caregivers, reading activities, and a word list.

"Step-by-step instructions for experiments pertaining to earth science and weather."--

Join Max Axiom as he explores the science behind light. Max helps young readers understand the critical role light plays in everything we do. These newly revised editions feature Capstone 4D augmented reading experience, with videos, writing prompts, discussion questions, and a hands-on activity. Fans of augmented reality will love learning beyond the book

Engaging experiments using simple toys and everyday stuff teach curious young minds all about forces and motion. Readers can take an up-close look at how gravity works, what centripetal force is, how mass and motion are related, and so much more. With low-level text and step-by-step photos, connecting young readers with science concepts has never been simpler!

Machines make everyday life easier! Do you know that building your own machine is simpler than you think? Learn about two simple machines, the lever and pulley. See science at work in the real world and use what you learn to figure out how to get a 700-pound piano to the second story of a building! Includes a note to caregivers, a glossary, a discover activity, and career connections, as well as connections to science history.

Astro the Alien is at the museum with his friends Ben and Eva admiring a T-Rex skeleton. The friends go outside to an exhibit where they learn how to dig up fossils and learn more about the extinct dinosaur. This introduction to extinct animals includes a note to caregivers with additional resources, reading activities, and a word list.

"On the morning of January 10, 1917, thirteen determined women stood at the gates of the White House and held banners reading "HOW LONG MUST WOMEN WAIT FOR LIBERTY?" They were there to force President Woodrow Wilson to take notice of their demand for the right to vote. It was the first day of weeks of picketing, which would stop only when the women were arrested and jailed. Despite criticism from the public and mistreatment by public officials, the suffragists were determined to gain the right to vote. Their resilience and dedication fueled a movement that brought progress to the lives of women"--

Max Axiom, a scientist who acquired super powers in a freak accident, explains the science of forces and motion.

Astro the Alien is going canoeing and camping with his friends Ben and Eva. Astro doesn’t realize he needs to help paddle and set up the tent until they teach him about teamwork. This introduction to social emotional concepts includes a note to caregivers with additional resources, reading activities, and a word list.

Astro the Alien is baking chocolate chip cookies, but he wasn’t planning to share with his friends Ben and Eva. They teach him about sharing and taking turns so everyone gets a cookie and a turn playing. This introduction to social emotional concepts includes a note to caregivers with additional resources, reading activities, and a word list.

Gardens are their own small environments! Do you know what is needed to keep balance and stability in ecosystems? Learn about the different types of environments, biomes, and the roles of plants and animals. See science at work in the real world and use what you learn to help evaluate options for dealing with an invasive species in your garden. Includes a note to caregivers, a glossary, a discover activity, and career connections, as well as connections to science history.

Mixing things together can sometimes make something even better! Do you know that mixtures are often chemical reactions? Learn about elements, mixtures, and solutions through real world science. Use what you learn to solve the puzzle of how much sugar is in the tea! Includes a note to caregivers, a glossary, a discover activity, and career connections, as well as connections to science history.