Nomad Press Catalog

SPRING - SUMMER 2015

Roses are red.

Violets are blue.

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AND FUN TO READ, TOO!

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Science �� 1–13

Grades 3–4 �� 2–6Grades 4–6 �� 7–11Grades 7–9 �� 12–13

Math �� 14

Language Arts �� 15

Social Studies �� 16–26

Grades 3–4 �� 17–18Grades 4–6 �� 19–25Grades 7–9 �� 26

Content Standards �� 27–30

Reviews & Awards �� 31

Read, Explore, Experiment, Learn, Enjoy.

Nomad Press is passionate about sparking the interest of young readers in the fascinating world around them� Our books take kids far beyond the words on the page into a world of exploration and experiential education� We provide informational text and bring it to life with hands-on projects that balance learning and fun� Isn’t that what learning should be?

As kids use our books to explore the history and science behind a wide variety of topics—from ancient Maya civilization to the world of robotics—they become curious and engaged lifelong learners�

Nomad Press books can be ordered online at nomadpress.net and:

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Nomad Press is distributed by: Legato Publishers Group, legatopublishersgroup�com

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Phone: (800) 343-4499 | Fax: (800) 351-5073 | orderentry@perseusbooks�com

We are happy to send examination copies of books to qualified instructors of appropriate courses� To request copies, email Rachel Benoit (rachel@nomadpress�net)�

If you have any questions or need more help, please contact [email protected].

BOOKS TO INSPIRE LEARNING1

Ever met a kid who isn’t curious? Kids are natural scientists� They want to know about the physical and natural worlds around them� How do planes fly? What keeps a tunnel from collapsing? How do robots work? How do nocturnal animals adapt to the dark? Science education nurtures their curiosity and arms kids with valuable life skills� Our activity-based books engage young scientists in the scientific process as they find themselves thinking critically, making predictions, conducting experiments, documenting observations, and making discoveries about the real world� These fundamental skills provide the building blocks for future learning�

By aligning our books with the Common Core Standards, NSTA benchmarks, and STEM education, we promote a consistent, goal-oriented application of knowledge from a young age� Our books are fun and interactive, and they inspire readers to go outside the informational text and take their learning into the world, where the real science is!

Spring/Summer 2015

SCIENCE

HONEY BEE JOURNAL

Keep track of all you do and learn in a special

Honey Bee Journal. As you add more pages, your

journal will start to look like a flower!

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TIVI

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SUPPLIES

* at least 10 sheets

of thick paper

* ruler

* pencil

* highlighter

marker

* hole punch

* brass paper

fastener

1 Use the ruler and pencil to mark a 1-inch

margin (2½ centimeters) on two edges of each

piece of paper. These two edges need to be next to

each other, so choose either the top and a side or

the bottom and a side.

3 Punch a hole in the corner opposite

the colored corner on each page. Push the

brass paper fastener through the holes to

hold the papers together. To make it look

like a flower, fan the papers out in a circle.

2 Color the margins with the

highlighter. Highlighters have special

ink that can be seen by honey bees.

4 On the top page, draw a picture of a

honey bee. See the activity in Chapter 1

for step-by-step instructions.

5 For each activity or experiment

you do, write your observations

and results on one page in your

journal. Label each page in the

highlighted area.

What does a honey bee look like? You might notice it has

big eyes, wings, a fuzzy striped body, and many other

characteristics! When you look at the characteristics

of an animal’s body, you are studying its anatomy.

Every part of a honey bee’s body helps it survive.

Honey bees measure about a half inch long (13 millimeters).

Honey bees weigh around 0.0035

ounces (one-tenth of a gram). That

means this book weighs the same

as about 2,540 honey bees!

HONEY BEE BASICS

characteristic: a feature of a

person, place, or thing, such

as blue eyes or curly hair.

anatomy: the body parts of

an animal.

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pollinate: to transfer pollen from the male parts of a flower to the female parts so that flowers can make seeds.

WORDS KNOWto

Honey bees collect nectar and pollen from flowers. They use the nectar and pollen to make honey, bee bread, royal jelly, and beeswax. These are the basic things honey bees need to make their homes and feed their young.

Imagine collecting just two things from nature and then turning those two things into almost everything you need to survive. You wouldn’t ever need to go to a store or order anything online!

HONEY BEES AND FLOWERS

Another amazing thing about honey bees is the way they help flowers. Flowers have an important job, to make seeds that grow into new plants. They do this by moving pollen from one area of the flower to another, and by sending their pollen to other flowers. But flowers can’t always get their pollen to the right place on their own. So they rely on help from honey bees!

Honey bees are covered in tiny hairs. When a honey bee lands on a flower, the pollen sticks to its hairs. As the honey bee moves around in the flower it spreads the pollen.

They carry it on them when they visit other flowers and spread it around there, too. With pollen in the right place, the flower can make its seeds.

What is your favorite fruit? Some plants, such as apples, peaches, pears, and watermelons, grow fruit around their seeds. Honey bees pollinate over 100 types of food from plants. They help plants make

food that might be your favorite!

IT’S OFFICIALEvery type of plant and animal has its own scientific name in Latin. This helps scientists all around the world, no matter what language they speak, to make sure they are talking about the same type of plant or animal. The scientific name for honey bees is Apis mellifera. If you translate that into English, it means honey-carrying bee. Even if they are really carrying nectar and pollen, it’s a great description of a honey bee!

nectar: a sweet fluid made by flowers.

pollen: a powder made by flowers that is needed for the flower to make a seed.

bee bread: a mixture of plant pollen, bee spit, and nectar.

royal jelly: a special food honey bees make to feed to the young bees.

WORDS KNOWto

Many foods need

honey bees or other

insects to carry pollen

from flower to flower.

These include kiwis, cashews,

watermelons, cantaloupes,

cucumbers, lemons, limes, pumpkins,

apples, mangoes, avocados,

apricots, cherries, plums,

almonds, peaches, pears,

raspberries, blackberries,

and blueberries.

DID YOU KNOW

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EXPLORE HONEY BEES! Introduction

Sample Spreads from Expore Honey Bees!

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SCIENCE

Author: Cindy BlobaumISBN softcover: 9781619302907 ISBN hardcover: 9781619302860Pub Date: June 2015

Explore Honey Bees! With 25 Great Projects

Author: Kathleen M� ReillyISBN softcover: 9781619302372ISBN hardcover: 9781619301719GRL: T

Explore Solids and Liquids! With 25 Great Projects

What did you have for breakfast this morning? Toast, cereal, juice, and fruit? You can thank the honey bees! About one out of every three mouthfuls we eat is affected by honey bee pollination� In Explore Honey Bees! With 25 Great Projects, young readers learn about honey bee colonies, why honey bees live in hives, how honey bees communicate with each other, and why they are so important to human lives�

Explore Honey Bees! offers a glimpse into the fascinating and efficient miniature world that children will find familiar from movies such as the 2007 animated Bee Movie� Activities include designing a hive, learning bee dance moves, and making a model of a flower’s reproductive system, which reinforce the math, engineering, and science skills readers gain from the text� Fun facts and colorful illustrations make learning fun and exciting� Links to online primary sources integrate a digital learning experience and offer opportunities to delve deeper into the world of honey bees�

Interest Level: 2–5Specs: 8 x 10, color interior, 96 pagesPrice: $14.95 softcover, $19.95 hardcover, eBook available

GRADES

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LAUGH IT UP!

Why can’t you trust atoms?

They make up everything!

Sidebar from Explore Solids and Liquids!


SCIENCE

Author: Anita Yasuda ISBN: 9781619301764 GRL: Q

Explore Flight! with 25 Great Projects

Author: Cindy Blobaum ISBN: 9781619302075 GRL: W

Explore Gravity! with 25 Great Projects

Author: Carmella Van Vleet ISBN: 9781619301801 GRL: V

Explore Electricity! with 25 Great Projects

Words to Know from Explore Gravity!

Interest Level: 2–5Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 96 pagesPrice: $13.95 softcover, eBook available

GRADES

3–4


SCIENCEInterest Level: 2–5Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 96 pagesPrice: $12.95 softcover, eBook available

GRADES

3–4

Author: Cynthia Light Brown & Nick BrownISBN: 9781934670613GRL: Q

Explore Rocks and Minerals! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments

Author: Cindy Blobaum ISBN: 9781619301566 GRL: Q

Explore Night Science! with 25 Great Projects

Author: Anita YasudaISBN: 9781936313822GRL: P

Explore Simple Machines! with 25 Great Projects

Author: Anita YasudaISBN: 9781934670361GRL: R

Explore the Solar System! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments


SCIENCEInterest Level: 2–5Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 96 pagesPrice: $12.95–$13.95 softcover, eBook available

GRADES

3–4

Author: Carla MooneyISBN: 9781936749805GRL: P

Explore Rivers and Ponds! with 25 Great Projects

Author: Kathleen M� ReillyISBN: 9781936313846GRL: P

Explore Weather and Climate! with 25 Great Projects

Author: Anita Yasuda ISBN: 9781619302235 GRL: S

Explore Natural Resources! with 25 Great Projects

Illustration from Explore Natural Resources!


SCIENCEInterest Level: 2–5Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 96 pagesPrice: $12.95 softcover, eBook available

GRADES

3–4

2007 S i l v e r

Moonbeam Award

Author: Maxine AndersonISBN: 9780978503758

Explore Winter! 25 Great Ways to Learn About Winter

Author: Maxine AndersonISBN: 9780978503741

Explore Spring! 25 Great Ways to Learn About Spring

2007 Reco m mended

Parents’ Choice

Author: Kathleen M� ReillyISBN: 9781934670804GRL: O

Explore Life Cycles! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments

Author: Anita YasudaISBN: 9781936313426GRL: Q

Explore Water! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments


SCIENCEInterest Level: 4–7Specs: 8 x 10, color/black and white interior, 128 pages Price: $15.95–$17.95 softcover, $21.95–$22.95 hardcover, eBook available

GRADES

4–6

Author: Cynthia Light BrownISBN softcover: 9781619301986ISBN hardcover: 9781619301948GRL: V

Mapping and Navigation: Explore the History and Science of Finding Your Way with 25 Projects

Author: Joshua Sneideman and Erin TwamleyISBN softcover: 9781619302730 ISBN hardcover: 9781619302693 Pub date: April 2015

Climate Change: Discover How It Impacts Spaceship Earth with 25 Projects

Author: Carla MooneyISBN softcover: 9781619302365ISBN hardcover: 9781619302327GRL: Z

Rocketry: Investigate the Science and Technology of Rockets and Ballistics with 25 Projects

How do we know the climate is changing? For more than 200 years, scientists have been observing, measuring, and analyzing information about our planet’s climate� In Climate Change: Discover How It Impacts Spaceship Earth, young readers examine real studies concerning planetary science, Arctic ice bubbles, migratory patterns, and more� Kids explore the history of human impact from the Industrial Revolution to our modern-day technology, as well as the science and engineering innovations underway around the world to address global climate change�

The idea of climate change can be scary, but every one of us has the ability to make a difference� Focused on a pro-active approach to environmental education, Climate Change engages readers through hands-on activities, such as building a solar pizza oven, along with deconstructions of myths, hypotheses, and communications� Kids are directed to digital supplemental material that enhances the discussion of climate change and makes complex concepts easier to understand through visual representation� Climate Change offers a way to think of our Spaceship Earth as the singular resource it is�

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SCIENCEInterest Level: 4–7Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 128 pages Price: $15.95–$16.95 softcover, $21.95 hardcover, eBook available

GRADES

4–6

Author: Kathleen M� ReillyISBN softcover: 9781619302174ISBN hardcover: 9781619302136GRL: T

Cities: Discover How They Work with 25 Projects

Author: Donna LathamISBN Softcover: 9781619301658 ISBN Hardcover: 9781619301696 GRL: T

Canals and Dams: Investigate Feats of Engineering with 25 Projects

Author: Donna LathamISBN softcover: 9781619301931ISBN hardcover: 9781619301894GRL: V

Skyscrapers: Investigate Feats of Engineering with 25 Projects

Author: Donna LathamISBN Softcover: 9781936749515ISBN Hardcover: 9781936749522GRL: R

Bridges and Tunnels: Investigate Feats of Engineering with 25 Projects

2012 Go ld

Moonbeam Award


SCIENCEInterest Level: 4–7Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 128 pages Price: $15.95 softcover, $21.95 hardcover, eBook available

GRADES

4–6

Author: Kathy CeceriISBN Softcover: 9781936749751ISBN Hardcover: 9781936749768GRL: W

Robotics: Discover the Science and Technology of the Future with 20 Projects

Author: Linda Formichelli & W� Eric MartinISBN Softcover: 9781619300330 ISBN Hardcover: 9781619301368GRL: S

Timekeeping: Explore the History and Science of Telling Time with 15 Projects

Author: Delano LopezISBN Softcover: 9780979226816ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670002GRL: R

Amazing Solar System Projects You Can Build Yourself

Author: Cynthia Light BrownISBN Softcover: 9780979226823ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670064GRL: X

Amazing Kitchen Chemistry Projects You Can Build Yourself



GRADES

4–6

Author: Donna LathamISBN Softcover: 9781934670590ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670606GRL: Q

Food: 25 Amazing Projects Investigate the History and Science of What We Eat

Author: Kathleen M� ReillyISBN Softcover: 9781934670248ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670255GRL: V

The Human Body: 25 Fantastic Projects Illuminate How the Body Works

Author: Kathleen M� Reilly ISBN Softcover: 9781619301467ISBN Hardcover: 9781619301474GRL: Q

Natural Disasters: Investigate Earth’s Most Destructive Forces with 25 Projects

2009 S i l v e r

Moonbeam Award

Author: Kathleen M� ReillyISBN Softcover: 9781934670347ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670354GRL: S

Energy: 25 Projects Investigate Why We Need Power & How We Get It



GRADES

4–6

Author: Kathleen M� ReillyISBN Softcover: 9781934670040ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670057GRL: Q

Planet Earth: 25 Environmental Projects You Can Build Yourself

2008 B ronze

Moonbeam Award

Author: Donna LathamISBN Softcover: 9781934670392ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670408GRL: R

Amazing Biome Projects You Can Build Yourself

Author: Donna LathamISBN Softcover: 9781936313464ISBN Hardcover: 9781936313471GRL: Q

Garbage: Investigate What Happens When You Throw It Out with 25 Projects

Nature and Ecology2012

Author: Donna LathamISBN Softcover: 9781619301511ISBN Hardcover: 9781619301528GRL: T

Backyard Biology: Investigate Habitats Outside Your Door with 25 Projects


SCIENCE

BRAIN ANATOMYThe average human brain weighs about three pounds (1.4 kilograms). Although it may look like a gelatinous mound, the brain consists of many distinct areas, each of which has its own structure and function.

In general, the brain is organized vertically, with higher mental processes taking place in the upper regions and basic life support occurring in the lower regions. All parts of the brain work together, but each part has its own unique characteristics and function.

The brain can be divided into three main sections: cerebrum, cerebellum,

and brain stem.

The most dominant part of the brain is the cerebrum, a large wrinkled structure that sits at the uppermost part of the brain. It is more than 75 percent of the brain’s total volume. Higher mental processing takes place in the cerebrum. The cerebrum also controls your voluntary muscles—the ones that move when you want them to move.

When you plan a vacation, read books, or learn a new language, you are using sections of the cerebrum are involved. Your memory is stored in the cerebrum. Without it you wouldn’t be able to remember what you ate for dinner last night or where you went on vacation three years ago. The cerebrum also aids in reason, helping you decide whether it is better to do your homework now or later.

Have you ever wanted to peek inside a skull? What does a brain look like? And how does it work? It turns out that the brain is much more than a lump of tissue at the top of your spine. The human brain is the center of a complex communications system. It receives information from all parts of the body and the outside world. The brain processes and interprets this information, creating the sights, sounds, emotions, thoughts, and behavior you experience. In addition to all this work, the brain is responsible for keeping the body alive by regulating heart rate, breathing, and other essential functions.

Are you curious about the brain? To develop an understanding of how this amazing organ functions, you’ll � rst have to learn about its structure and how the basic parts of the brain work.

� e brain consists of

many di� erent regions, each of which

has its own structure and function.

The frontal lobes are often called the neocortex. They are the most recent parts of the brain to evolve and separate the human brain from other animal brains.

BRAIN STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION 98 THE BRAIN | CHAPTER ONE

Author: Carla MooneyISBN softcover: 9781619302785 ISBN hardcover: 9781619302747 Pub date: July 2015

The Brain: Journey Through the Universe Inside Your Head

Why do we do and say the things we do and say? The Brain: Journey Through the Universe Inside Your Head introduces students to the fascinating world of the human brain and its effect on behavior� Readers learn about the main anatomy and functions of the brain while discovering the brain’s role in learning, memory, communication, and emotions� Kids are also introduced to the effects of sleep, alcohol, and exercise on our most complex organ�

Combining hands-on activities with neuroscience, anatomy, biology, and psychology, The Brain offers entertaining illustrations and fascinating sidebars to illuminate the topic and engage readers further� The Brain integrates a digital learning component by providing links to primary sources, videos, and other relevant websites�

Projects include building a 3-D brain model, creating a false memory, and evaluating the benefits and risks of designing computers with artificial intelligence� The Brain is a unique opportunity to connect behavior, physiology, and the outside world in one amazing place—your head!

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Sample Spreads from The Brain

Interest Level: 6–9Specs: 8 x 10, color interior, 128 pages Price: $17.95 softcover, $22.95 hardcover, eBook available

GRADES

7–9



GRADES

7–9

Author: Carla MooneyISBN Softcover: 9781619301849 ISBN Hardcover: 9781619301887 GRL: X

Forensics: Uncover the Science and Technology of Crime Scene Investigation

Author: Jane Gardner ISBN Softcover: 9781619302310 ISBN Hardcover: 9781619302273 GRL: X

Physics: Investigate the Forces of Nature

Author: Carla MooneyISBN softcover: 9781619302129ISBN hardcover: 9781619302082GRL: Z

Genetics: Breaking the Code of Your DNA

“ Like other titles in the Inquire and Investigate series, this book focuses on a high-interest topic in a cutting-edge field to reinforce young people’s understanding of the scientific method � � � an appealing and age-appropriate STEM resource�”

—Booklist

2013 S i l v e r

Moonbeam Award


MATHHow tall are you? How many years have you been in school? Is it better to receive a penny a day for a month or a lump sum of $1,000? The world is built on numbers, and the sooner children gain a fundamental understanding of them, the better! Our books provide an accessible, fun path to math with activities, clear explanations, real-life examples, and lively pictures and graphs to illustrate complex concepts�

Common Core State Standards require that students not only be able to answer questions through memorization of math facts, but also have a solid comprehension of why equations work� Through research and evidence-based inquiry, young readers examine the study of math through the lens of compelling subject matter, such as entrepreneurship and money� Their subsequent comprehension serves as the basis for a solid relationship with one of the most important tools of our world—math�

Author: Cindy BlobaumISBN softcover: 9781619302594ISBN hardcover: 9781619302853Price: $14�95 softcover, $19�95 hardcover, eBook availableGRADES: 3–4 GRL: U

Explore Money! With 25 Great Projects

Author: Laszlo C� BardosISBN Softcover: 9781934670576ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670583Price: $15�95 softcover, $21�95 hardcover, eBook availableGRADES: 4–6GRL: W

Amazing Math Projects You Can Build Yourself

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LANGUAGE ARTSChildren, by nature, love language� They make up songs and stories, delight in riddles and jokes, and ask endless questions—“What’s this?”—in their efforts to define the world� Language is the foundational lesson that begins even before we are born and lasts all our lives, whether we are scientists, historians, accountants, lawyers—any role we adopt requires the ability to use language in a critical and creative way�

Nomad books model detailed examinations of different types of texts to teach young readers to explore both the how and why of language arts� Not only do readers learn new vocabulary words and literary techniques, they also discover how to organize information and deduce meaning from context—crucial skills for academic success and beyond� By aligning our language arts books with Common Core State Standards, we provide a framework for kids to learn to communicate in a world that is engaged in constant conversation�

Author: Andi DiehnISBN softcover: 9781619302839ISBN hardcover: 9781619302792Price: $14�95 softcover, $19�95 hardcover, eBook availablePub date: April 2015

Explore Poetry! With 25 Great ProjectsPoems can be silly, serious, or fun, just like kids! Whether it’s the sing-song rhythm of a limerick, the serendipitous magic of a found poem, the deceptive simplicity of a haiku, or the easy familiarity of an acrostic poem, children are charmed by poetry� In Explore Poetry! With 25 Great Projects children have fun learning about many different forms of poetry while delving into different literary techniques such as personification, metaphor, and alliteration�

Activities include many creative writing exercises designed to reinforce language arts skills, plus art projects that encourage children to visualize concepts and definitions� For those children who learn best while in motion, Explore Poetry! includes activities that involve construction, such as creating a magnetic poetry kit�

Informational and inspiring, Explore Poetry! fits seamlessly into the poetry curriculum of grades 2 to 4 and serves as an enrichment resource all during the school year, especially April, Poetry Month�

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SOCIAL STUDIES

From Ben Franklin to Leonardo da Vinci, ancient Greece to the Wild West, our social studies books integrate history, geography, science, technology, and language arts to teach readers that the people, places, technologies, and events of the past continue to shape the present, and will continue to shape our future� Our books encourage readers to understand that their local and global communities are connected, and that learning about ancient Greece will promote a better understanding of modern America�

The activities and projects in our books develop many of the skills that are central to the Common Core Standards for education� As informational texts, for example, our books provide key ideas and details from which readers can work out their own inferences� With a focus on language arts, our social studies books aim to encourage skill development such as critical thinking alongside acquisition of factual knowledge� And most importantly, we strive to motivate children to be curious, lifelong learners�


SOCIAL STUDIES

Author: Anita YasudaISBN: 9781619301603GRL: R

Explore Native American Cultures! with 25 Great Projects

Author: Anita YasudaISBN: 9781936749713GRL: Q

Explore the Wild West! with 25 Great Projects

Author: Verna FisherISBN: 9781934670378

Explore Colonial America! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments

Interest Level: 2–5Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 96 pagesPrice: $12.95 softcover, eBook available

GRADES

3–4

Sidebar from Explore the Wild West!

2012 Go ld

Moonbeam Award


SOCIAL STUDIESInterest Level: 2–5Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 96 pagesPrice: $12.95 softcover, eBook available

GRADES

3–4

Author: Carmella Van VleetISBN: 9780979226830

Explore Ancient Egypt! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments


Explore Ancient Greece! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments


Explore Ancient Rome! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments

Project from Explore Ancient Rome!


SOCIAL STUDIES

Author: Sam CarbaughISBN softcover: 9781619302549ISBN hardcover: 9781619302501GRL: Z

Comics: Investigate the History and Technology of American Cartooning with 25 Projects

Author: Alex KahanISBN softcover: 9781619302655ISBN hardcover: 9781619302846GRL: U

Entrepreneurship: Create Your Own Business with 25 Projects

Interest Level: 4–7Specs: 8 x 10, color interior, 128 pages Price: $17.95 softcover, $22.95 hardcover, eBook available

GRADES

4–6

Author: Judy Dodge CummingsISBN Softcover: 9781619302464ISBN Hardcover: 9781619302556Pub Date: March 2015

The American Revolution: Experience the Battle for Independence with 25 Projects

How—and why—did a passionate collection of under-equipped American rebels go to war and win against the powerful British army? Desperate to be considered an independent country free from the unfair tax laws of the monarchy across the ocean, the rebel colonists relied on their cunning wit, their enthusiastic volunteerism, and their visionary leadership to win an impossible war�

The American Revolution: Experience the Battle for Independence shows readers how rebel soldiers fought in horrific conditions while their families back home faced their own hardships for the sake of freedom� Students examine primary sources to discover the truth about events leading up to the war and engage in vibrant debate, strategic planning, and literary deconstruction to understand the official documents upon which America is founded� Hands-on projects engage readers’ design skills while essential questions require readers to activate their critical thinking skills to discover the truth about the most important moment in American history�

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SOCIAL STUDIES

Author: Carla MooneyISBN Softcover: 9781936313433ISBN Hardcover: 9781936313440GRL: S

Explorers of the New World: Discover the Golden Age of Exploration with 22 Projects

Interest Level: 4–7Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 128 pages Price: $15.95–$16.95 softcover, $21.95 hardcover, eBook available

GRADES

4–6

Author: Kathy CeceriISBN Softcover: 9781619302228 ISBN Hardcover: 9781619302181 GRL: T

Micronations: Invent Your Own Country and Culture with 25 Projects

Author: Lawrence KovacsISBN Softcover: 9781619301405ISBN Hardcover: 9781619301412GRL: W

Inca: Discover the Culture and Geography of a Lost Civilization with 25 Projects

Author: Sheri Bell-RehwoldtISBN Softcover: 9781936749607ISBN Hardcover: 9781936749614ISBN Spanish Softcover: 9781936749621GRL: U

Maya: Amazing Inventions You Can Build Yourself with 25 Projects

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SOCIAL STUDIESInterest Level: 4–7Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 128 pages Price: $15.95 softcover, $21.95 hardcover, eBook available

GRADES

4–6

Author: Kris BordessaISBN Softcover: 9780977129409GRL: S

Great Colonial America Projects You Can Build Yourself

Author: Carla MooneyISBN Softcover: 9781934670637ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670644GRL: T

George Washington: 25 Great Projects You Can Build Yourself

Author: Carmella Van VleetISBN Softcover: 9780977129478ISBN Hardcover: 9780979226885GRL: S

Amazing Ben Franklin Inventions You Can Build Yourself

Author: Kim KavinISBN Softcover: 9781619301702 ISBN Hardcover: 9781619301757 GRL: T

Native Americans: Discover the History and Cultures of the First Americans with 15 Projects


SOCIAL STUDIES

Author: Maxine AndersonISBN Softcover: 9781936749454ISBN Hardcover: 9781936749461GRL: S

Great Civil War Projects You Can Build Yourself

Author: Carla MooneyISBN Softcover: 9781936313808ISBN Hardcover: 9781936313815GRL: Q

The Industrial Revolution: Investigate How Science and Technology Changed the World with 25 Projects

Interest Level: 4–7Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 128 pages Price: $15.95 softcover, $21.95 hardcover, eBook available

GRADES

4–6

Author: Sheri Bell-RehwoldtISBN Softcover: 9780977129416GRL: X

Great World War II Projects You Can Build Yourself

Author: Rachel DickinsonISBN Softcover: 9780978503765Interior: 2-color

Great Pioneer Projects You Can Build Yourself


SOCIAL STUDIES

Author: Kathy CeceriISBN Softcover: 9781934670620ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670651GRL: U

The Silk Road: Explore the World’s Most Famous Trade Route with 20 Projects

Author: Kathy CeceriISBN Softcover: 9781934670439ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670446GRL: V

World Myths and Legends: 25 Fascinating Projects You Can Build Yourself

Author: Kris BordessaISBN Softcover: 9780979226809ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670262GRL: W

Great Medieval Projects You Can Build Yourself

Author: Carmella Van VleetISBN Softcover: 9781936313730ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670828GRL: Q

Seven Wonders of the World: Discover Amazing Monuments to Civilization with 20 Projects


GRADES

4–6


SOCIAL STUDIES

Author: Carla MooneyISBN Softcover: 9781934670415ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670422

Amazing Africa Projects You Can Build Yourself

Author: Lance KramerISBN Softcover: 9781934670026ISBN Hardcover: 9781934670033GRL: U

Great Ancient China Projects You Can Build Yourself


GRADES

4–6

2010 S i l v e r

Moonbeam Award

Author: Carmella Van VleetISBN Softcover: 9780977129454GRL: U

Great Ancient Egypt Projects You Can Build Yourself

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SOCIAL STUDIES

Author: Maxine AndersonISBN Softcover: 9780974934426Interior: 2-colorGRL: W

Amazing Leonardo da Vinci Inventions You Can Build Yourself

Author: Kris BordessaISBN Softcover: 9780974934464GRL: X

Tools of the Ancient Greeks: A Kid’s Guide to the History & Science of Life in Ancient Greece

Author: Rachel DickinsonISBN Softcover: 9780974934457GRL: X

Tools of the Ancient Romans: A Kid’s Guide to the History & Science of Life in Ancient Rome

Interest Level: 4–7Specs: 8 x 10, black and white interior, 128 pages Price: $15.95–$16.95 softcover, eBook available

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4–6

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SOCIAL STUDIESInterest Level: 6–9Specs: 8 x 10, color/black and white interior, 128 pages Price: $16.95–$17.95 softcover, $21.95–$22.95 hardcover, eBook available

GRADES

7–9

Author: Donna LathamISBN softcover: 9781619302037ISBN hardcover: 9781619301993GRL: W

Music: Investigate the Evolution of American Sound

Author: Marcia Amidon LustedISBN softcover: 9781619302648ISBN hardcover: 9781619302600GRL: X

The Roaring Twenties: Discover the Era of Prohibition, Flappers, and Jazz

Author: Marcia Amidon Lusted ISBN Softcover: 9781619302457 ISBN Hardcover: 9781619302419 Pub Date: May 2015

Civic Unrest: Investigate the Struggle for Social Change

From the American Revolution to the French Revolution, from the civil rights era in the United States to Arab Spring in the Middle East, the ongoing battle for freedom and democracy is a profound and fascinating study of the power of human will to change the world� And the story of civic unrest doesn’t end with a promise; the revolution doesn’t simply stop when protesters go home� Rebuilding, reorganizing, writing a constitution, and establishing new governments are all major milestones on the pathway to democracy�

Civic Unrest: Investigate the Struggle for Social Change examines both the history behind civic unrest and the methods people use to fight for basic human rights, such as freedom of speech and the right to vote� Civic Unrest also offers young readers the opportunity to learn about the structure of the U�S� government, the text and meaning of the U�S� Constitution, and how these elements were decided upon by the Founding Fathers� Student-driven activities, including interpreting data and debating issues, enrich learning and encourage immersion in the complex yet hopeful subject of civic unrest�

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Forensics: Uncover the Science and Technology of Crime Scene Investigation S • • • X •

Genetics: Breaking the Code of Your DNA S • • • Z •

Music: Investigate the Evolution of American Sound SS, S • • • • W •

Physics: Investigate the Forces of Nature S • • • • X •

The Brain: Journey Through the Universe Inside Your Head S • • • TBD •

The Roaring Twenties: Discover the Era of Prohibition, Flappers, and Jazz SS, S • • • • X •

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INQUIRE & INVESTIGATE SERIES (Grades 7–9, Interest Level 6–9)

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Common Core State Standards (Reading for Grades 2–5) GRL STEM or

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Nomad Press titles offer teachers some of the best resources on the market today to enhance classroom curriculum� All of our titles comply with national standards for social studies or science, as well as with Common Core State Standards�

Research has shown that older students struggle to comprehend informational, or nonfiction, texts due to a lack of exposure from an early age� Therefore, the Common Core State Standards have increased the amount of informational texts that students will read, write, and consider, starting at a younger age� So what exactly is informational text?

Informational text is defined as text with the purpose of expressing information about the arts, sciences, or social studies� Informational texts include newspaper and magazine articles, online information, nonfiction books, textbooks, and reference materials� All Nomad Press books fall under one of the following categories of informational texts: literary nonfiction, expository, persuasive, or procedural�

• Literary Nonfiction texts are typically written much more like a story—like a fictional story—with a beginning, middle and end� Texts in this category include letters, speeches, essays, and biographies�

• Expository texts explain a specific topic� They often contain a table of contents, an index, or other navigational sections so that readers may read only the portions of the books that interest them�

• Persuasive texts provide evidence with the intent of influencing the beliefs or actions of the reader� They often include claims and evidence to support those claims� A persuasive text will attempt to change the reader’s mind or opinion�

• Procedural texts offer step-by-step guidelines that describe how to complete a task� They usually include drawings and diagrams to illustrate the process�

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Amazing Arctic and Antarctic Projects You Can Build Yourself S • • • --

Amazing Africa Projects You Can Build Yourself SS • • • • --

Amazing Ben Franklin Inventions You Can Build Yourself SS, S • • • • • S •

Amazing Biome Projects You Can Build Yourself S • • • • R

Amazing Kitchen Chemistry Projects You Can Build Yourself S • • • • X •

Amazing Leonardo da Vinci Inventions You Can Build Yourself SS, S • • • • • W •

Amazing Math Projects You Can Build Yourself M, S • • • W •

Amazing Solar System Projects You Can Build Yourself S • • • R •

Backyard Biology: Investigate Habitats Outside Your Door with 25 Projects S • • • T •

Bridges and Tunnels: Investigate Feats of Engineering with 25 Projects S • • • R •

Canals and Dams: Investigate Feats of Engineering with 25 Projects S • • • T •

Cities: Discover How They Work with 25 Projects SS, S • • • • T •

Climate Change: Discover How It Impacts Spaceship Earth with 25 Projects

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Comics: Investigate the History and Technology of American Cartooning with 25 Projects

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Energy: 25 Projects Investigate Why We Need Power and How We Get It S • • • • S •

Entrepreneurship: Create Your Own Business with 25 Projects SS, S • • • U •

Discover National Monuments, National Parks: Natural Wonders S • • --

Discover the Amazon: The World’s Largest Rainforest S • • --

Discover the Desert: The Driest Place On Earth S • • --

Discover the Oceans: The World’s Largest Ecosystem S • • --

Explorers of the New World: Discover the Golden Age of Exploration with 22 Projects

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Food: 25 Amazing Projects Investigate the History and Science of What We Eat S • • • • Q •

Garbage: Investigate What Happens When You Throw It Out with 25 Projects S • • • • Q •

Geology of the Desert Southwest: Investigate How the Earth Was Formed with 15 Projects

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Geology of the Eastern Coast: Investigate How the Earth Was Formed with 15 Projects

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Geology of the Great Plains and Mountain West: Investigate How the Earth Was Formed with 15 Projects

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Geology of the Pacific Northwest: Investigate How the Earth Was Formed with 15 Projects

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BUILD IT YOURSELF SERIES (Grades 4–6, Interest Level 4–7)

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George Washington: 25 Great Projects You Can Build Yourself SS • • • • T

Great Ancient China Projects You Can Build Yourself SS • • • • U

Great Ancient Egypt Projects You Can Build Yourself SS • • • • U

Great Civil War Projects You Can Build Yourself SS • • • • S

Great Colonial America Projects You Can Build Yourself SS • • • • S

Great Medieval Projects You Can Build Yourself SS • • • • W

Great Pioneer Projects You Can Build Yourself SS • • • --

Great World War II Projects You Can Build Yourself SS • • • • X

Inca: Discover the Culture and Geography of a Lost Civilization with 25 Projects

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Mapping and Navigation: Explore the History and Science of Finding Your Way with 25 Projects

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Maya: Amazing Inventions You Can Build Yourself with 25 Projects SS • • • • U •

Micronations: Invent Your Own Country and Culture with 25 Projects SS • • • • • T

Native Americans: Discover the History & Cultures of the First Americans with 15 Projects

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Natural Disasters: Investigate Earth’s Most Destructive Forces with 25 Projects S • • • Q •

Planet Earth: 25 Environmental Projects You Can Build Yourself S • • • • Q

Robotics: Discover the Science and Technology of the Future with 20 Projects S • • • • W •

Rocketry: Investigate the Science and Technolgy of Rockets and Ballistics with 25 Projects

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Seven Wonders of the World: Discover Amazing Monuments to Civilization with 20 Projects

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Skyscrapers: Investigate Feats of Engineering with 25 Projects S • • • V •

The American Revolution: Experience the Battle for Independence with 25 Projects

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The Human Body: 25 Fantastic Projects Illuminate How the Body Works S • • • V •

The Industrial Revolution: Investigate How Science and Technology Changed the World with 25 Projects

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The Silk Road: Explore the World’s Most Famous Trade Route with 20 Projects SS • • • • U •

Timekeeping: Explore the History and Science of Telling Time with 15 Projects SS, S • • • • S •

Tools of the Ancient Greeks: A Kid’s Guide to the History & Science of Life in Ancient Greece

SS • • • • X

Tools of the Ancient Romans: A Kid’s Guide to the History & Science of Life in Ancient Rome

SS • • • • X

World Myths and Legends: 25 Fascinating Projects You Can Build Yourself SS, S • • • • • V

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BUILD IT YOURSELF SERIES (Grades 4–6, Interest Level 4–7)

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Explore Ancient Egypt! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments SS • • • • --

Explore Ancient Greece! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments SS • • • • --

Explore Ancient Rome! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments SS • • • • --

Explore Colonial America! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments SS • • • • --

Explore Electricity! With 25 Great Projects S • • • V •

Explore Flight! With 25 Great Projects S • • • Q •

Explore Honey Bees! With 25 Great Projects S • • • TBD •

Explore Gravity! With 25 Great Projects S • • • W •

Explore Life Cycles! 25 Projects, Activities, Experiments S • • • • O

Explore Money! With 25 Great Projects M • • • U •

Explore Native American Cultures! With 25 Great Projects SS • • • • R

Explore Natural Resources! With 25 Great Projects S • • • • S

Explore Night Science! With 25 Great Projects S • • • • Q •

Explore Poetry! With 25 Great Projects LA • • • TBD

Explore Rivers and Ponds! With 25 Great Projects S • • • • P •

Explore Rocks and Minerals! 25 Projects, Activities, Experiments S • • • • Q

Explore Simple Machines! With 25 Great Projects S • • • P •

Explore Solids and Liquids! With 25 Great Projects S • • • T •

Explore Spring! 25 Great Ways to Learn About Spring S • • • • --

Explore the Solar System! 25 Projects, Activities, Experiments S • • • R •

Explore the Wild West! With 25 Great Projects SS • • • • Q

Explore Water! 25 Great Projects, Activities, Experiments S • • • • Q •

Explore Weather and Climate! With 25 Great Projects S • • • • P •

Explore Winter! 25 Great Ways to Learn About Winter S • • • • --

CLASSROOM COLLECTION (Grades 4–6, Interest Level 4–7)

Endangered Biomes Series S • • • • • O-P

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Bill McKibben, environmentalist, author “A colorful introduction to the fact that water doesn’t come from a faucet, nor electricity from a socket!”

National Science Teachers Association “This well–written resource is very accessible for students�”

M. Hess “This book provides a good overview of America’s Westward expansion, warts and all� It does not shy away from uncomfortable episodes in American history but it offers interesting information for kids�”

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“Anderson regales us with tales of Leonardo’s brilliant, often mischievous nature, and the nearly unfathomable range of his inventions�”

Booklist “� � � Like other titles in the Inquire and Investigate series, this book focuses on a high-interest topic in a cutting-edge field to reinforce young people’s understanding of the scientific method � � � an appealing and age-appropriate STEM resource�”

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