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    An Intuitive Introduction to Einstein's Ideas, and Why They Matter

    A renowned astrophysicist's approachable introduction to Albert Einstein's theory of relativity and its application in our daily lives.It is commonly assumed that if the Sun suddenly turned into a black hole, it would suck Earth and the rest of the planets into oblivion. Yet, as prominent author and astrophysicist Jeffrey Bennett points out, black holes don't suck. With that simple idea in mind, ... Read more

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  • Max Goes to Jupiter

    A Science Adventure with Max the Dog

    Series series Science Adventures with Max the Dog series
    Scientifically-accurate illustrations and information-packed sidebars enrich this fascinating tale, the third in this acclaimed series about diversity and space exploration. Set in the future, Max the Dog's friend Tori is all grown up and is the chief scientist of the Jupiter Mission. In order to reach their spacecraft, Max and his crew must take an amazing ride on a new device called the Space ... Read more

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  • A Global Warming Primer

    Answering Your Questions About The Science, The Consequences, and The Solutions

    Understand the science, consequences, and solutions to global warming. Is human-induced global warming a real threat? This primer answers your questions with solid evidence. Learn the basic science in an accessible Q&A format, and understand the arguments from skeptics. Discover why the solutions will protect the world and lead to a stronger economy with cheaper, cleaner energy.This primer makes ... Read more

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  • Totality!

    An Eclipse Guide in Rhyme and Science

    Tens of millions of people live in places that experience(d) the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 – and hundreds of millions more will see other future eclipses around the world. There' s no better way to get ready for an eclipse and to learn about the underlying science than through this book and the related free app "Totality by Big Kid Science." Written by the astrophysicist/educator who ... Read more

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  • On Teaching Science

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    Focusing on solutions specific to science and math education both for K–12 and college, this book explores how students learn in general and helps teachers develop successful techniques for the classroomOn Teaching Science is a short, practical guide to key principles and strategies that will help students learn in any subject at any level but with special focus on the STEM (science, technology, ... Read more

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  • Math for Life

    Crucial Ideas You Didn't Learn in School

    How can we solve the national debt crisis? Should you or your child take on a student loan? Is it safe to talk on a cell phone while driving? Are there viable energy alternatives to fossil fuels? What could you do with a billion dollars? Could simple policy changes reduce political polarization? These questions may all seem very different, but they share two things in common. First, they are all ... Read more

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  • Max Goes to the Space Station

    A Science Adventure with Max the Dog

    Illustrated by Michael Carroll ...
    Series series Science Adventures with Max the Dog series
    The long-awaited prequel to the other books in the Science Adventures with Max the Dog series, this installment follows Max on his trip to the International Space Station where he shares in the adventures of astronaut life and helps save everyone from a potential disaster along the way. The book teaches children to see themselves and the planet in a new light and encourages readers to discover how ... Read more

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  • The Black Belt of Virginia

    Untold Stories of African American History

    Series series American Heritage
    Jeffrey Bennett is a writer specializing in Black history, race relations, and African diaspora studies. Jeff received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Virginia Military Institute and a master of business administration from Texas A&M University–Commerce. His articles have appeared in Cardinal News, Danville Register & Bee, and Medium. ... Read more

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  • The Scale of the Universe

    Series series Big Kid Science Knowledge Series
    Have you ever wondered how big the universe really is, or how we fit into it? These questions have been asked throughout history by people of virtually every race, religion, culture, and nationality. Indeed, they seem integral to the human experience, which probably explains why children everywhere love to learn about our planet and space. This book is designed to help you understand the evidence ... Read more

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  • Max's Ice Age Adventure

    Series series Science Adventures with Max the Dog series
    Max the dog and his young friend Tori travel in back in time to the last Ice Age where they encounter ice age mammals and endure a chase by a saber-toothed tiger. The simple story and artwork is accompanied by question and answer balloons that focus on the most common types of questions that children ask about time travel, ice ages, saber-toothed cats, global warming, and more. ... Read more

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  • Totality!

    An Eclipse Guide in Rhyme and Science

    Tens of millions of people live in places that experience(d) the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024 – and hundreds of millions more will see other future eclipses around the world. There' s no better way to get ready for an eclipse and to learn about the underlying science than through this book and the related free app "Totality by Big Kid Science." Written by the astrophysicist/educator who ... Read more

    $11.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Max Goes to Mars

    A Science Adventure with Max the Dog

    Illustrated by Alan Okamoto ...
    Series series Science Adventures with Max the Dog series
    Winner: 2016 ILA CBC Children's Choice List This is the updated "Perseverance Edition" (named for the latest rover on Mars) of the first children's book ever launched into space and read aloud by astronauts from the International Space Station Come with Max as he takes off on his next exciting science adventure, this time joining astronauts on the first human mission to Mars. Equipped with a ... Read more

    $12.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus