Robin Johnson

"This informative book shows young readers how and why long periods of hot weather occur, where and when heat waves happen most often, and how extreme heat can be dangerous to people and animals. Readers will also learn about water shortages, droughts, and fire hazards, the equipment that meteorologists use to forecast heat waves, and techniques to stay safe during times of extreme heat"--Provided by publisher.

Environmental scientists look at their natural surroundings and think about future generations. They want to understand how the human activities of today are affecting the health of the environment, what that means for the future, and what can be done about it. This title aims to create meaningful connections between the scientific concepts readers learn in the classroom and how they are applied in the real world by environmental scientists searching...

"This engaging book describes the properties of sound waves, how they move, and the way our ears catch them. Readers will learn how sound waves travel through different mediums and be amazed by the different ways sound waves are used in real life, such as for communication with animals and deep-sea exploration. A link to interactive activities online plus an activity in the book allow readers to experiment with sound waves to achieve different sounds."--...

Paint pictures with your words! From nursery rhymes and song lyrics to formal speeches and historical documents, figurative language makes any kind of writing come alive. The Figuratively Speaking series shows how metaphors, personification, sayings, and similes help tell a story in clever and imaginative ways.

Izzy is hesitant about reconnecting with a formerly close friend and in her dreams she explores their relationship to find and answer.