New Releases by Nikole Brooks Bethea

Earth''s plants, animals, and other organisms live in a diverse array of ecosystems. The conditions in these places vary dramatically, ranging from steamy rain forests to arid deserts to the cold depths of the ocean. Ecosystems of the World explores these locations and the life within them. Learn how adaptation has made it possible for living things to thrive across the globe. Discover the connections between organisms that keep Earth''s complex ecosystems healthy. Core Library is the must-have line of nonfiction books for supporting the Common Core State Standards for grades 3-6. Core Library features: A wide variety of high-interest topics, Well-researched, clearly written informational text, Primary sources with accompanying questions, Multiple prompts and activities for writing, reading, and critical thinking, Charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps Book jacket.

This book discusses the science behind bridge collapses and their effects. The chapters examine historical bridge collapses, explain how bridges are designed and built, and show how scientists and engineers are working to prevent future collapses. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.

Max Axiom has a mission. The National Space Agency wants to build a lunar colony, but it needs a team of top-notch engineers to get the job done. Join Max as he scours the globe to learn about incredible engineers and the amazing things they do.

"In graphic novel format, follows Max Axiom as he uses the engineering process to design and build a recycling center"--

The reader follows a student''s journal as the student learns about oil and coal as an energy source, including how we used oil and coal in the past, how we use it today, and how we may use oil and coal in the future.

From alligators to winding country lanes and fried zucchini, this picture book is an alphabetized list of Southern delights. Breezy rhymes recall an appreciation for good food, laid-back evenings, and the gentle dispositions the region is known for.