July 2012

Explore the Wild West! With 25 Great Projects


Explore the Wild West! with 25 projects invites young readers ages 6–9 to experience the spirit of the Wild West. Kids learn about explorers who mapped the American West, Native Americans, gold miners, cowboy culture, cattle drives, Wild West legends, frontier towns, peacekeepers, lawbreakers, and much more. Read More...


August 2012

Explore River and Ponds! With 25 Great Projects


From puddles to lakes, streams to rivers, and bogs to swamps, each body of water contains an amazing treasure chest of life. Explore Rivers and Ponds! with 25 Great Projects, introduces a child to the fascinating world of freshwater habitats and the creatures they contain. Read More...


August 2012

Robotics: Discover the Science and Technology of the Future with 25 Projects


Once, robots were only found in science fiction books and movies. Today, they assemble massive cars and tiny computer chips, help doctors do delicate surgery, and explore the depths of the ocean and other planets. That’s why robotics—the science of designing, building and operating robots—is one of the most exciting fields in engineering, science, and technology today. Read More...


Explore Night Science! with 25 Great Projects


When darkness covers the landscape, the whole world seems to change. Night creates a heightening of senses, and often an inclination to explore. Whether living in the country or in the city, kids will be amazed to learn about what happens in the natural world just outside their door after the sun goes down. Explore Night Science!