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An engaging look at the global impact of robots and robotics,
discovering how explorer robots move, sense and make decisions in
the service of humans. Exploration is a risky business. Advances in
technology now mean that in many situations we can send machines to
explore, rather than risk human lives. Among other amazing feats,
robot explorers can climb into an active volcano, dive to the
deepest point on Earth and travel to the dwarf planet Pluto. In
this book, aimed at children aged 8+, readers can meet these robot
explorers and many more, then try a quick quiz to find out how much
they have learned. Books in the series: Eco-Robots Robot Explorers
Robot Helpers Super-smart Robots
The technology revolution has made it critical for all children to
understand science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) or
risk being left behind. Promising Practices for Engaging Families
in STEM Learning explores how families, schools, and communities
can join together to promote student success in STEM by building
organized and equitable pathways for family engagement across all
of the settings in which students learn - including, schools, early
childhood programs, homes, libraries and museums -from the earliest
years through adolescence. This thought-provoking monograph
includes three main sections with chapters from leading thinkers in
the field: The first section provides the theoretical and research
base for the importance of family engagement in STEM and draws out
the challenges and opportunities that exist- from the transmission
of adults' anxiety and lack of confidence in their own STEM skills,
to inequalities in out-of-school learning opportunities, to biases
and misconceptions about the kinds of STEM supports offered by
families from low-income and immigrant homes. The second section
builds on this research by presenting success stories, best
practices, and approaches to engaging families in STEM. The final
section focuses on how policies at the local, state, and federal
level can support the promotion of family engagement in STEM. Taken
together, the monograph shows that STEM is a powerful mechanism to
connect, engage, and empower families. STEM provides opportunities
for parents and children to spend time together asking fun and
meaningful questions that link in-and out-of-school learning. STEM
creates new experiences for families to co-construct and support
learning with their children from the earliest years throughout
formal schooling and onto college and career pathways. STEM also
presents possibilities for families to build confidence and agency
in supporting children's interests; especially those families who
might be marginalized because of their economic or language status,
race, or culture.
Contains detailed information by the doctor who first reported that hyperactivity in children is often caused by artificial food coloring and food flavoring. Includes the Feingold diet and how it should be applied.
Written specifically for use in Caribbean schools, this course is
tailored to the requirements of Integrated Science students and the
latest CSEC syllabus by providing course contents in a clear,
concise and accessible way. It now features newly added digital
resources and increased SBA guidance, to help engage students and
provide additional support as they study for their examination.
* Explores how STEM subjects are used in different careers. *
Included profiles of influential figures and resources for classes
to take in high school/college if readers want to pursue a specific
career. * Includes a section on matching readers' interests to
potential jobs.
Perfect for young children studying living things and their
habitats in their science lessons, or for young minibeast fans,
this book explores insect helpers and pests. We need insects to
survive - for pollination - and many are essential for pest
control. But insects can be trouble, spreading disease or eating
crops. Then there are the 'useful' insects - that make silk or
shellac, or for dyes and wax. Insect design is also an inspiration
to inventors and researchers, such as those inspired by the
strength of spider webs to unlock other strong materials, or
investigate how mealworms are able to eat plastic. Alongside the
simple text, fantastic close-up photographs show the insects at
work. The book is part of a series, The Insects that Run Our World,
for children aged 6 plus. The titles are: The Pollinators, The
Decomposers, The Predators and the Prey and The Helpers and the
Pests.The books include information about how insects are
threatened by habitat changes and pollution and how we can help
them.
Perfect for young children studying food chains in their science
lessons, or for young minibeast fans, this book explores the
importance of insects in food chains, from the tiny flies eaten by
fish, birds, bats and amphibians, to the larger insects eaten by
bigger animals, such as anteaters and badgers. Insects are an
indispensible part of countless food chains. Alongside the simple
text, fantastic close-up photographs show the insects at work. The
book is part of a series, The Insects that Run Our World, for
children aged 6 plus. The titles are: The Pollinators, The
Decomposers, The Predators and the Prey and The Helpers and the
Pests.The books include information about how insects are
threatened by habitat changes and pollution and how we can help
them.
Tailored to the CCSLC syllabus, this is an activity-based textbook
designed to address the needs of students studying for CCSLC
Integrated Science across the Caribbean by placing it in a real
world and relevant context. It provides ample material to tackle
the teaching and learning philosophy of CCSLC and provides
additional support for examination preparation.
This title has been endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International
Education Encourage reflection and self-assessment with write-in
workbooks, designed to provide learner support for the of the new
Primary Science Framework, complete with space to record results,
create tables and draw diagrams. - Stretch learner's knowledge with
varied activities perfect for extra practice both in the classroom
and at home. - Provide opportunities for composing and recording
both short answers and extended written responses. - Reinforce
understanding of every unit by practicing skills covered in the
Learner's book.
What makes the Platinum Natural sciences course unique? Skills
focus pages cover process skills prescribed by CAPS and give
learners opportunity to practice each new skill; high-quality
artwork and real-life photographs enhance visual literacy and make
the subject matter more accessible; key words boxes throughout the
text and science language practice at the end of each topic makes
scientific language accessible for learners; key concepts at the
end of each unit and topic revisions reinforce new content and
concepts; more resources pages make the subject interesting and
applicable to everyday life. Platinum - simply superior: Superior
CAPS coverage and written by expert authors; superior illustrations
and activities to improve results and motivate learners; superior
teacher support to save time and make teaching easy, including
photocopiable worksheets; superior quality = exam success!
Discover the key words and terms from the world of science. Find
out what they mean and learn about some tricks, tips and games that
will help you remember them forever. The key to success in any
school subject is an understanding of the words used. The Wise
Words series presents key vocabulary for each STEAM subject area.
The words are presented in a clear, brief and uncomplicated fashion
with a visual aid (illustrated or photographic) to help with
memory. Great for readers aged 9+ Other titles in the series: Wise
Words: 100 Technology Words Explained Wise Words: 100 Engineering
Words Explained Wise Words: 100 Art Words Explained Wise Words: 100
Maths Words Explained
The holiday begins at the airport, and in this fun introduction to
air travel for very young children, find out all about what happens
before and after you take to the skies. Packed full of vivid,
eye-catching illustrations by James Gulliver Hancock and
easy-to-read, simple text, this engaging book is a great
introduction to the wonderful world of planes and airports. From
checking in your bags to walking through the body scanner at
security, this book delves into all the goings on at airports, as
well as preparing the plane, what happens during the flight and
landing safely. Readers will take a closer look inside the
aeroplanes themselves, including a peek inside the cockpit! As part
of a series which also includes Cities and Trains, this is an
exciting and inspiring introduction to the world of airports and
air travel for very young children. About Lonely Planet Kids:
Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel
authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over
the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global
community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for
exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and
encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the
world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature,
history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of
global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in
a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
Designed for classroom and independent study, our Revision Guides
include a FREE online edition and complement the Student Books with
a range of features: One-topic-per-page format helps you revise
more quickly, without the hassle Exam-style worked examples match
the new specification and demonstrate good exam technique 'Now try
this' exam-style practice questions let you test your understanding
of a topic Problem solving support throughout including tricky
questions on easy topics and strategies and techniques for
answering harder questions Complete coverage of the new
specification including brand-new topics Visual explanations of key
concepts help you revise quickly and recall key skills in your
exams
Fundamental and FUN first coding concepts for kids, and the great
thing is: it's unplugged! What's a Variable? ... a story-time
adventure! is a fun tale that leads children through the idea of
variables in everyday life, and the super-important concept of
debugging errors in their code. Flex and Type, the super-powered
robots who star in this story, learn these fundamentals of coding
as they write a flexible-and-fun story at the library called All
About Me! In the First Steps in Coding series, children are
encouraged to become super coders with the help of various
colourful and friendly robots, who are all going on awesome
adventures. Children as young as 3-5 years old learn code through
unplugged stories with bright and cheerful illustrations.
Interactive elements throughout each book encourage hands-on
engagement from children, and each story finishes with a creative
activity to cement their coding learning. A parent, carer and
teacher's guide at the back of each book makes this a great
resource for home school and classroom learning. Titles in the
series include: What's an Algorithm? ... a splash park adventure!
What's Branching? ... a birthday adventure! What's Decomposition?
... a rock-and-roll adventure! What's a Loop? ... a tree house
adventure! What's Sequencing? ... a school-day adventure! What's a
Variable? ... a story-time adventure!
This CGP Study Guide explains everything students need to know for
Key Stage Three Science. It's ideal for students working at
foundation level. Every topic is explained with clear, friendly
notes, diagrams and examples, and there are practice questions on
most pages to test the crucial skills.
'Never mind the kids, I've had an education from reading this book!
... Recommended for any budding scientists, eco-warriors or fans of
weird facts' Rachel Riley, TV presenter and mathematician 'The best
way to get out of being bored is discovering something new. The
great thing about this book is it whizzes you off to a world of
facts you had never heard of. Result: not being bored. Result!'
Michael Rosen, Children's poet and author 'Every page bursting with
fantastic facts you never thought you needed to know.
Indispensable, planet-saving, fact-tastic fun for all the family!'
Dallas Campbell, BBC Science presenter In this new book, TV science
expert Dr Emily Grossman answers incredible and important questions
about our natural world. You'll find out silly things like why some
animals do square-shaped poos and which direction a dog is likely
to face while weeing, but you'll also learn what climate change and
wildlife loss are actually doing to our planet and what YOU can do
to help. Covering a diverse range of key science topics, from human
biology and animals and plants to the weather and space, Dr Emily
shows readers why Earth is so weird and wonderfully great. Did you
know there's a planet in our solar system where it actually rains
diamonds? Imagine that! If you lived there, you'd always be picking
them out of your hair, your pockets and probably your pants! Dr
Emily also tackles Earth's BIGGEST problem: climate change. Through
clear, sensitive explanations, you'll find out what is actually
happening to our Earth and what this means for both humans and
wildlife - and what we can all do to help! Written by TV science
expert, STEM ambassador and advocate for women in science Dr Emily
Grossman, this book will make your eyebrows rise, your jaw drop and
your world WHIZZ! It will also give you hope about our future and
how we can ALL make a difference. 'I love this book! It's funny,
accessible and quirky and has exactly the right balance of
questions and information to light the flame of scientific inquiry
in young minds. A must-read for all budding young scientists' Lucy
Hawking, Children's science author 'Since we got this book, all my
kids want to talk about is diamond rain, tuna fish eyeballs and how
to save the planet ... thank goodness Emily has written down the
answers to their insatiably curious questions in a single handy and
hilarious volume' Helen Arney, Science presenter, comedian and
author Emily Grossman's first book Brain-fizzing Facts: Awesome
Science Questions Answered was shortlisted for the Teach Primary
Book Awards 2020.
This edited volume explores diverse translanguaging practices in
multilingual science classrooms in Hong Kong, Lebanon, Luxembourg,
South Africa, Sweden and the United States. It presents novel
opportunities for using students' home, first or minority languages
as meaning-making tools in science education. It also invites to
explore the use of language resources and other multimodal
resources, such as gestures and body language. In addition, it
discusses and problematizes contingent hindrances and obstacles
that may arise from these practices within various contexts around
the world. This includes reviewing different theoretical starting
points that may be challenged by such an approach. These issues are
explored from different perspectives and methodological focus, as
well as in several educational contexts, including primary, middle,
secondary levels, higher education, as well as in after-school
programs for refugee teenagers. Within these contexts, the book
highlights and shares a range of educational tools and activities
in science education, such as teacher-led classroom-talk,
language-focused teaching, teachers' use of meta-language,
teachers' scaffolding strategies, small-group interactions, and
computer-supported collaborative learning.
Come on a walk to the beach and find out about the world's oceans
and seas, the plants and animals that live there and why they are
so important. You'll find out what causes the tides, where coral
gets it colour from and why mangrove swamps are important. I'm Glad
There Are is series of brightly illustrated non-fiction titles
exploring the things we are grateful for in the natural world
around us. The books encourage children aged six plus to observe
the natural world, and to appreciate and learn about ways to
protect it. Each book includes simple activities to try. Titles in
the series: Bees and Other Bugs Trees and Other Plants Clouds and
Rain Stars and the Moon Oceans and Seas Humans and Other Animals
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