Teaching Kids Science

Phonics instruction shouldn't end when students can decode short words. From an early age, they also need to be able to decode "big words" -- words with multiple syllables (sound units) and morphemes (meaning units) -- to read proficiently. The key is to teach them systematically and explicitly, in developmentally appropriate ways. That's where this audiobook comes in. Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer shares essential background on how language "works," provides a K-5 scope and sequence to guide practice, and offers abundant research-backed strategies that teachers can put into action immediately.

At a time when almost a third of US States have restricted or limited the teaching of Black History and African American Studies, this book provides a crucial guide for parents and educators alike. A sustainable curiosity and enthusiasm for lifelong learning can be easily inspired through simple, practical exercises which connect math and science to real-world issues your children confront in their everyday lives. By integrating these lessons with interdisciplinary learning from fictional literature, non-fictional biographies, even movies and games, children are guided toward a deeper ...

NEW RELEASE ~ WITH PHOTOGRAPHS THROUGHOUT Is it true that an AI can copy your voice from under a minute of audio, convincingly enough to fool people who know you? Every fact is drawn from academic research and documented institutional data. This True Verified Facts book hands you 300+ researched answers about artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the race toward AGI, written to educate, entertain, and arm you with knowledge worth sharing at any table. Inside This Book: Why the very first neural network ran on motors and wires instead of a single line of code. The autonomous ...

NEW RELEASE ~ WITH PHOTOGRAPHS THROUGHOUT The claim that sugar is as addictive as cocaine traces back to a single study on rats. What did it actually find? Every fact is backed by peer-reviewed scientific journals and official records. This True Verified Facts book delivers 250+ facts on sugar and sweeteners, separating what the research actually supports from what advertising invented. It is built to educate, entertain, and arm you with answers worth repeating at the table. Inside This Book: Why a product loaded with sugar can list no sugar near the top of its ingredients What happened ...

EXPANDED EDITION ~ WITH PHOTOGRAPHS THROUGHOUT Could a single eruption drop Earth's temperature for years and reshape entire civilizations before scientists could even agree on what happened? Every fact is sourced from peer-reviewed academic research and official scientific records. This True Verified Facts book delivers 300+ real, researched answers spanning the science of magma, deep planetary history, and the geology quietly shaping life today — knowledge that educates, entertains, and gives you stories worth sharing at any dinner table. Inside This Book: The invisible river that has ...

The Art of Pooping: A Bristol Stool Chart Adventure Digestion has never been this fun! The Art of Pooping takes kids (and curious parents) on a laugh-out-loud journey through the body’s digestive theme park—from the very first chew all the way to the grand bathroom exit. Along the way, children will discover how food travels, how poop is made, and what their bathroom habits can tell them about their health. With playful rhymes, funny illustrations, and the world-famous Bristol Stool Chart made kid-friendly, this book turns an awkward subject into an engaging adventure. Inside you’ll ...

Unlock the secrets of childhood and create a lasting bond between you and the children in your life with this groundbreaking book! With the help of neuroscience, this book will guide you on your journey to understanding the unique brain-processing abilities of young children and provide you with the tools to create a meaningful and fulfilling relationship with them. Benefits of reading this book: - Discover how to create a lasting bond with the children in your life - Enjoy the gift of childhood with actionable tips and tricks - Transform your relationship with children and change your life...

NEW RELEASE ~ FULLY ILLUSTRATED Why did physicians spend a century prescribing this diet for epilepsy long before anyone used it to lose weight? Every fact is sourced from peer-reviewed academic research and official scientific records. This True Verified Facts book delivers 350+ documented facts about ketosis, metabolism, and the biology of fat-fueled living, built to educate, entertain, and arm you with knowledge worth sharing at any table. Inside This Book: The desperate Hollywood father whose frantic search for his dying son's cure revived a forgotten medical therapy worldwide Why the ...

NEW RELEASE ~ WITH PHOTOGRAPHS THROUGHOUT Why did a thirty-foot tyrannosaur turn out to be covered head to tail in feathers, overturning everything we pictured about dinosaurs? Every fact sourced from peer-reviewed academic research and official scientific records. This True Verified Facts book delivers 300+ astonishing facts spanning four and a half billion years of life on Earth, written to educate, entertain, and arm you with knowledge worth sharing at any table. Inside This Book: Why Earth's earliest super-predator scanned the seas through more than sixteen thousand separate lenses How ...

A complete introductory course on Artificial Intelligence for middle and high school students. In today’s rapidly advancing technological world, understanding Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just for experts—it’s essential for every student. "Teaching Artificial Intelligence: A Comprehensive Course for Middle and High School Students” is the perfect guide for educators who want to bring AI into the classroom, offering engaging lessons, real-world applications, and hands-on projects designed specifically for secondary students. Why this course is essential for your ...

"What Shall We Do Today? The Amazing Connected Adventure" Discover the magic of connections in this delightful children's story! Perfect for ages 6-9: A charming educational adventure that combines science, teamwork, and fun! Join curious seven-year-old Imani, enthusiastic eight-year-old Tommy, and knowledgeable eight-year-old Maya on their most exciting adventure yet! When the friends discover that the science museum is celebrating four special days at once—National DNA Day, World Penguin Day, National Hug a Plumber Day, and National Zucchini Bread Day—they embark on a scavenger hunt ...

Build emotional intelligence and calm daily anxiety with this uplifting psychology guide for kids facing big feelings. Perfect for the school commute or a calming bedtime wind-down, this supportive listen speaks directly to children ages seven to eleven. It translates complex neuroscience into...

NEW RELEASE ~ WITH FULL COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS! North America invented the horse and then lost it. What brought it back after ten thousand years? Every fact is sourced from peer-reviewed academic research and official scientific records. This True Verified Facts book delivers 250+ documented facts about the giants that once made North America richer in big animals than the Serengeti is today, written to educate, entertain, and arm you with knowledge worth repeating. Inside This Book: Why the saber-toothed cat's bite was only about a third as strong as a lion's The bird that soared over Ice Age ...

NEW RELEASE ~ WITH FULL COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS! A Komodo dragon that had never met a male laid twenty-five eggs, and eleven of them were fertile. How is that possible? Peer-reviewed scientific journals and official records back up every fact. This True Verified Facts book delivers 300+ documented facts about snakes, lizards, crocodiles, turtles and the strangest reptile alive, written to educate, entertain, and arm you with knowledge worth repeating at any table. Inside This Book: The lizard whose venom led scientists to a modern diabetes medicine Why the sex of a hatchling is not decided when ...

NEW RELEASE ~ WITH FULL COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS! Your cat cannot taste sugar, not a single grain. Why would evolution switch off a sense like that? Every fact is drawn from academic research and documented institutional data. This True Verified Facts book delivers 300+ sourced facts about the animal that walked into our homes 10,000 years ago, built to educate, entertain, and arm you with knowledge worth sharing at any table. Inside This Book: The reason a cat's eyes light up in a dark hallway Why tortoiseshell and calico cats are almost always female, and what happens when one is not The second ...

NEW RELEASE ~ WITH FULL COLOR PHOTOGRAPHS! The world's most venomous land snake has never killed a single person. The animals that do are not the ones you fear. Every fact is sourced from peer-reviewed academic research and official scientific records. This True Verified Facts book delivers 300+ documented facts about the creatures that harm people and the ones that never do, written to educate, entertain, and arm you with knowledge worth repeating. Inside This Book: Why the deadliest animal alive is one you could crush with a fingertip The reptile that kills more people each year than ...

Would you like to pass biology without spending hours reading textbooks and watching boring videos? ‘Biology Help for the Virtual Weary Student’ is your answer! With this book, you can learn key biology concepts in no time by reading stories that will provide an easy understanding of the defining topics that make up the incredible world of biology. You’re not memorizing- you’re learning! Pass the class! Excel on standardized tests! Advance to higher level courses with a solid foundation of knowledge! This book contains 17 stories to ace the tests, pass the class, and finally ...

Are you fed up with parents nagging you about the mess in your bedroom? Are you sick and tired of being reminded that your feet smell and your armpits pong? Does it bug you when they keep telling you to have a shower or get off your phone? If you are going through those frustrating teenage years, this audiobook is all you need. Having to deal with so much pressure, anxiety, and stress can often feel overwhelming and no one seems to have the answers that you are looking for.

Ready for an AI adventure? The Ultimate Guide to Understanding AI for Kids is the perfect interactive book to blast young minds into the AI-powered future! It’s your child’s trusty tech companion. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming our world at lightning speed, reshaping games, gadgets, and beyond. Kids today will lead an AI-driven tomorrow, and this guide prepares them with quick, exciting skills—written by a coder and cybersecurity expert who’s wrangled tech for years.

The April Fools' Clean Energy Challenge: A "What Shall We Do Today?" Adventure An Engaging Environmental Education Short Story for Children Ages 5-9 Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya as they embark on an exciting April Fools' Day adventure that combines playful fun with important environmental lessons about fossil fuels and clean energy alternatives. This delightful children's chapter book transforms complex climate concepts into accessible, entertaining learning experiences perfect for young readers. April 1st is not only April Fools Day, it is also Fossil Fuels Day: A day dedicated to raising ...