Science For Kids

Twelve-year-old Lark is determined to escape her squalid life at Miss Starvenger’s boarding house, but she needs to find the coin to do it. Her grand scheme? To steal her fortune from the Royal Museum. Unfortunately, her heist goes off the rails, and Lark ends up stealing a magical sword right out from under the nose of Prince Jasper, who’s none too happy to have his plans thwarted. Lark soon discovers that the sword has a mind of its own, and has chosen her to be the next Nightingale, a fabled hero who must vanquish an ancient evil that is waking after centuries of sleep.

The evening begins like many others. Lionel falls asleep while listening to his uncle tell stories. Ryan stays up reading and listening to music. Vicki goes out smoking pot with her friends. And Judd, tired of being told what to do, takes his father’s credit card and heads to the airport in search of freedom. But in one shocking moment, everything changes. All over the world, millions of people suddenly vanish. Driverless cars crash on the highways, and planes fall through the sky without pilots.

The Ultimate History of the '80s Teen Movie goes behind the scenes of a genre where cult hits mingled with studio blockbusters, where giants like Spielberg and Coppola rubbed shoulders with baby-faced first-timers, and where future superstars Sean, Demi, and Tom all got their big break. Music, comedy, and politics all play a part in the surprisingly complex history of the '80s teen movie. And while the films might have been aimed primarily at adolescents, the best tackle universal issues and remain relevant to all ages.

Meet some brave, amazing animals and the caring people who come to their rescue. Filled with engaging, fast facts, and fascinating sidebars, listeners won't want to pause this audiobook. National Geographic Kids Chapter books pick up where the best-selling National Geographic Readers series leaves off, offering young animal lovers who are ready for short chapters lively, exciting, true stories - just right listen to with friends or under the covers at night.

In this evocative, personal piece, Dr. Sanjay Gupta reflects on his life as a parent during this unprecedented time. He shares his fears and questions about raising his three young daughters amid our current public health crisis - and gives listeners a candid glimpse into how he’s navigating the pandemic at home.

Spark Your Child's Love for Science with the Ultimate Rock Collecting Guide for Ages 8-12! Ignite your child's curiosity about the natural world with "A Complete Kid's Guide to Rocks and Minerals" – the perfect educational companion for young explorers ages 8-12! This comprehensive children's geology book transforms ordinary rocks into extraordinary discoveries, making earth science accessible, engaging, and incredibly fun. Your child will uncover the fascinating differences between rocks, minerals, and gemstones through colorful illustrations and easy-to-understand explanations. From ...

Charlie McDougall loves dinosaurs, but he never thought he’d actually meet one! Or did he? When Charlie’s favorite teacher goes missing, it’s up to Charlie and his friend Reese to find him. What begins as a normal school day turns into a wild adventure packed with mysterious clues, daring rescues, and a tiny hypacrosaurus with a big appetite. Here's a fun science fiction adventure story that's part dinosaur vs. alien mystery and part missing persons!

The Ultimate Science Fiction Mega Collection contains 24 of the greatest science-fiction works ever written.

Let your child dive into the vibrant underwater world with Zara the Axolotl and discover the joy of learning about these awesome creatures, even if they've never heard of axolotls before! Is your child a curious explorer constantly asking questions about unique topics? Are you searching for an educational yet engaging book that provides trustworthy information on one of the most mysterious animals underwater? Do you wish to nurture your child's love for reading through captivating stories and fun illustrations? Does your older child need an interesting topic for a book report or a report ...

Genius kids twin team Luke & Luka, Erik & Erika, and George & Georgia are students at Kemet Elementary school. Each twin is born with a unique genius ability. But something strange is going on in their town Mr. Fearwell the CEO of Transhuman Corp., is unleashing an army of genetically and technologically enhanced kids for their rich and famous parents. All these enhanced kids go to A.1 Prep. But something is off with these kids from A.I. Prep. They are just too perfect. Our Genius Kid Heroes will have to find out what it is. The battle for the future of humanity begins as our heroes, led by...

All is not right in the forest realm of Trellis. Birds have left their nests, and bears have abandoned their dens, as a mysterious magic threatens the natural order of the deep, dark woods. Together with a band of knights, Prince Lucas and Clara set out on an adventure that pits them against a dreaded sorcerer's shadow. There's only one problem: How can a shadow be defeated?

A pig that does math tricks. A parrot that seems to know what she's saying. A flying pig...um, pug. These animals know what it means to be in the spotlight. Meet Mudslinger the superstar pig, Einstein the parrot genius, and Otis the skydiving dog. Hear the stories of these three amazing animal superstars in Parrot Genius.

After their scary adventure, Bex and Charlie have sworn never to play Monsters Unleashed again. Then Veratrum Games Corp releases a new augmented reality game featuring aliens instead of monsters, and the best friends just can't resist. After all, everyone loves it, even their science teacher, because it includes real star charts. But when they go to an observatory on a class trip, and open the game near a radio telescope, they get more than they bargained for: real aliens.

Meow there, cosmic explorers! 🐱✨ Ready to embark on a paw-some journey through the universe? Buckle up your space harnesses, because "Astrophysics for Cats" is about to take you on a wild ride across the cosmos! 🌟 Ever wondered what happens when you mix quantum physics with catnip? Or how black holes relate to the art of napping? This book has all the answers and more! In "Astrophysics for Cats," you'll discover: The Big Bang theory, explained through the ultimate hairball explosion 💥 Dark matter: the universe's invisible cat toy 🎱 How to navigate wormholes like a pro (hint: ...

📘 The Volcano: Earth’s Fiery Heartbeat A History for Kids 🌋 Journey through fire, ash, and time! From the first lava flows on a brand-new Earth to the exploding peaks we see today, The Volcano takes young readers on an unforgettable trip through the entire history of volcanoes. Perfect for curious kids ages 7–11, this beautifully illustrated, fact-packed book brings volcanoes to life with: 🌍 A fun, time-traveling adventure through Earth's geologic past 🔥 Exciting chapters on supereruptions, exploding islands, and lost cities 🧪 Real science made simple: lava, magma, ash, ...

Like millions of other kids, Jim grew up wanting to be a superhero. Unlike most of his contemporaries, however, Jim actually had the goods: a plethora of super powers that would have been the envy of any meta on the planet. But when his tryout with the Alpha League - the world's premiere group of supers - goes disastrously wrong, Jim basically becomes an outcast. Two years later, Jim is still bitter about what happened to him. However, he soon finds himself the centerpiece in an odd turn of events.

If you feel like you're losing your teen to technology, you're not alone. Screen time is rapidly replacing family time, and for teens especially, it is hardwiring the way they connect with their world. In Screens and Teens, Dr. Kathy helps you make sense of all this and empowers you to respond.

When Lewis Barnavelt and Rose Rita Pottinger explore an abandoned theater, they discover an unpublished opera score entitled "The Day of Doom". Ignoring a strange omen, they show it to their music teacher, who heralds "The Day of Doom" as a masterpiece. Little do they know that the eerie Henry Vanderhelm, the composer's grandson, arrives - with a plan. A plan to awaken the dead and enslave the world!

Beneath the inky black surface of Lake Ness lurks something too monstrous for this world... Gerry Lawson, a washed-up scientist slowly recovering from a life that got out of his control, finds himself saying yes when his cousin Marnie asks him to help her and her partner Jim with an outdoor survival program for disadvantaged kids. Not quite sure what he's let himself in for, he slowly adjusts to the isolated environment of Lake Ness and the challenges of living with a bunch of often erratic and unpredictable teenagers. However, it's not long before their best-laid plans start to unravel. ...

2022 Bronze Winner in The Wishing Shelf Book Awards 2022 Readers' Favorite Award - Children Grade 4th-6th Genre In the first book of the Halley Harper series, despite being named after Halley's comet, 9 year old science-loving Halley Harper overhears someone calling her a square peg in a round hole and almost believes it to be true. Then an adventure to summer camp takes her on a journey to use her quirky love of science to turn the ordinary into extraordinary. Will she save her beloved summer camp, her friends, and even herself using the Laws of Motion? Make sure to grab the second book in...