Building Boats that Float 

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

Simple, kid-friendly inquiry approach introduces basic engineering concepts to build confidence; Supports project-based learning and design thinking skills in early elementary; Perfect K-2 elementary support for Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for physical science and engineering and design practices.

3D Printing in Health Care

3D Printing in Health Care is one of the titles in the Hi-Tech Health Care series. The series examines the latest advances in several areas of health care. Readers will learn the history of these developments, how doctors are helping patients today, and what the future of research might hold. Each book includes a graphic that presents key information visually, source notes, and resources to aid in further research.

Engineering for Earthquakes

Engineering for Disaster Series

Disasters can strike at any time, and engineers have often led the effort to prepare for these events. This compelling series explores what engineers have learned from past disasters and what they are doing to keep people safe in the future.

This book describes the effects of earthquakes and engineering strategies to counter them. Includes a "Case Study" special feature.

Engineering for Space Disasters

Engineering for Disaster Series

Disasters can strike at any time, and engineers have often led the effort to prepare for these events. This compelling series explores what engineers have learned from past disasters and what they are doing to keep people safe in the future.

Describes engineering disasters in space and how engineers work to anticipate them or prevent them from happening again. Includes a "Case Study" special feature.

Engineering for Tornadoes

Engineering for Disaster Series

Disasters can strike at any time, and engineers have often led the effort to prepare for these events. This compelling series explores what engineers have learned from past disasters and what they are doing to keep people safe in the future.

Describes the damage tornadoes can cause and efforts taken to minimize the damage. Includes a "Case Study" special feature.

Learning STEM from Basketball

Why Does a Basketball Bounce? And Other Amazing Answers for Kids! (STEM Sports)

By integrating the thrill of learning into the context of basketball, Learning STEM from Basketball presents an educational slam dunk. Unleash the inner scientist, engineer, and mathematician in your child as they learn that sports and STEM aren't so separate after all. You'll both love finding out the answers to questions such as: 

• Why does a basketball bounce?
• What's a shot clock?
• Why does a basketball rim have a net?
• What's the math behind a free throw?
• And so much more!

Learning STEM from Baseball

Get Your Sports-Loving Kid Excited about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math

By integrating the thrill of learning into the context of baseball, Learning STEM from Baseball presents a whole new ball game. Unleash the inner scientist, engineer, and mathematician in your child as they learn that sports and STEM aren't so separate after all. You'll both love finding out the answers to questions such as: 
 

• What's a sweet spot?
• When was the pitching machine invented?
• How are baseballs made?
• How do numbers help baseball players? 
• What are some STEM careers in baseball?

And so much more!

This easy-to-follow introduction to STEM topics sets kids up to make connections across subjects, discover new facts about baseball, and grow curious about academic fields! 

STEM in the World Series

This title introduces fans to the STEM concepts in the World Series, exploring how science, technology, engineering, and math are all at play in this exciting event. The title features informative sidebars and infographics, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

STEM in the Daytona 500 

This title introduces fans to the STEM concepts in the Daytona 500, exploring how science, technology, engineering, and math are all at play in this exciting event. The title features informative sidebars and infographics, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. SportsZone is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Building Skyscrapers

(Focus Readers: Engineering Challenges: Navigator Level) 

Building Fighter Jets

(Focus Readers: Engineering Challenges: Navigator Level) 

Explores the engineering challenges behind building fighter jets, as well as the creative solutions found to overcome those challenges. Accessible text, vibrant photos, and an engineering activity for readers provide a well-rounded introduction to the engineering process.

Recommended by the National Science Teachers Association.

Motion Projects to Build On

4D An Augmented Reading Experience (Take Making to the Next Level 4D

Rev it up with projects that teach locomotion science basics--and then build on them. Learn about movement, speed up, and then think creatively to take the projects to the next level. Bonus video tutorials and other content available on the free Capstone 4D app gives students an augmented reality experience that goes beyond the printed page.

Chemistry Projects to Build On

4D An Augmented Reading Experience (Take Making to the Next Level 4D)

Bubble, pop, fizz! These chemical reaction projects will take your makerspace to the next level. Teach kids science basics and then build on them. Learn why chemical reactions happen, and how to make and take them to the next level. Bonus video tutorials and other content available on the free Capstone 4D app gives students an augmented reality experience that goes beyond the printed page.

Hearing Devices
(Engineering the Human Body)

Introduces readers to the science behind hearing devices, including how and why the technology was created, current examples of the technology in action, and cutting-edge research advancing the technology. Eye-catching infographics, clear text, informative sidebars, and a How It Works special feature make this book an engaging introduction to this exciting technology.

Artificial Joints
(Engineering the Human Body) 

Introduces readers to the science behind artificial joints, including how and why the technology was created, current examples of the technology in action, and cutting-edge research advancing the technology. Eye-catching infographics, clear text, informative sidebars, and a How It Works special feature make this book an engaging introduction to this exciting technology.

STEM in Baseball

This title examines the STEM concepts that make baseball so engaging. From the physics of pitching and batting to the technology of Doppler radar, chapters bring STEM concepts to life. The title also features sidebars on STEM in action, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.

STEM in Figure Skating

This title examines the STEM concepts that make figure skating so engaging. From the physics of angular momentum to the engineering of blades, chapters bring STEM concepts to life. The title also features sidebars on STEM in action, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.

Why Does Earth Have Seasons? (Everyday Earth Science)

Find out what causes spring, summer, fall, and winter and howdifferent parts of Earth experience the seasons.Additional features to aid comprehension include colorful images, informational diagrams, hands-on activities, detailed captions and callouts, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.

Detecting Floods

Examines how scientists study floods. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, a disaster preparedness checklist, and a "How It Works" feature, this book provides an exciting look at the science of disaster detection.

Detecting Tsunamis

Examines how scientists study tsunamis. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, a disaster preparedness checklist, and a "How It Works" feature, this book provides an exciting look at the science of disaster detection.

Detecting Tornadoes

Examines how scientists study tornadoes. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, a disaster preparedness checklist, and a "How It Works" feature, this book provides an exciting look at the science of disaster detection.

Detecting Earthquakes

Examines how scientists study earthquakes. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, a disaster preparedness checklist, and a "How It Works" feature, this book provides an exciting look at the science of disaster detection.

Gross Brain Teasers

So you think you’re a pro at brain teasers? Try this one out: What two things do bacteria, poop, and mites have in common? They're all inside or on your body, and they're also all inside this book! Turn the pages to find more tricky puzzles and fun word problems involving all things gross.