Virtual Kids Club: STEM Challenges

Briefly examines the life and work of the twentieth-century American sculptor, describing and giving examples of his art.

"Valorie Fisher takes infographics to a new level with bright, colorful visuals that are perfect for young, inquisitive minds. Her eye-catching mix of photographs and illustrations compels readers to dive in and explore how things work -- from paper airplanes to straws, crayons to kites, pencils to boats, this book will answer questions kids have long wanted answers to, and go on to answer questions they didn't even know they had! Do you know why...

When Geronimo Stilton and his family retrace the journey of explorer Vasco da Gama, Geronimo investigates who is sabotaging the voyage.

Discusses the Titanic, including its design, how the ship sank, the passengers onboard, and why the ship's legacy lives on.

An apple floats, but a ball of aluminum foil does not. But if that same ball of foil is shaped into a boat, it floats. Why? Adler answers questions about density and flotation with clear, concise text, paired with Raff's illustrations. Activities demonstrating the properties of flotation are included.

An introduction to the difference between floating and sinking.

To relieve the boredom of a long, hot summer, Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby join their fun-loving neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, and her mischievous dog Zeke on an adventurous sightseeing boat cruise.

"When Talise discovers a mysterious message in a bottle, she is convinced the message is meant for her--and it's telling her to build a boat"--

"During World War I, British and American ships were painted with bold colors and crazy patterns from bow to stern. Why would anyone put such eye-catching designs on ships? Desperate to protect ships from German torpedo attacks, British lieutenant-commander Norman Wilkinson proposed what became known as dazzle. These stunning patterns and colors were meant to confuse the enemy about a ship's speed and direction. By the end of the war, more than four...

Simple language and humorous illustrations show how forces make things move, prevent them from starting to move, and stop them from moving.