Science Books for 1st Graders
Little Book of Big Facts: Javan Leopard
Have you ever seen a cat with spots? Meet the Javan leopard - a big, beautiful wild cat that roams the forests! But why does it have those amazing spots all over its fur? And what does this powerful hunter like to eat for dinner? Discover the secrets of one of the world’s most incredible big cats and find out why these spotted creatures need our help!
Little Book of Big Facts: Orangutan
Did you know orangutans aren’t monkeys? These amazing creatures swing through the trees of Indonesia with their long, powerful arms! Discover what makes orangutans so special—from their favorite foods to their incredible climbing skills. Learn fascinating facts about these smart and adorable forest dwellers.
Little Book of Big Facts: Sumatran Elephant
Meet the amazing Sumatran elephant! These gentle giants have ears so big they might look like wings. But can elephants really fly? And what do these huge creatures like to eat - could it be YOU? Journey to the island of Sumatra to discover how these incredible animals live together and learn some surprising facts about one of the world’s most fascinating creatures. What secrets will you uncover about these big, beautiful elephants?
Little Book of Big Facts: Sun Bear
Did you know there’s a bear that doesn’t live on the sun? Meet the amazing sun bear! These small but mighty creatures have some surprising secrets. What do you think they eat? Where do they make their homes? Join us as we discover the incredible world of sun bears and learn what makes them so special!
Magnet Magic!
Rin discovers a mysterious block that sticks to some things but not others. She’s curious about what this strange object can do! Will it stick to her cat? Her ruler? Join Rin as she explores the magical powers of her mysterious discovery and learns surprising secrets about the world around her.
Microbes
Zara loved doing science experiments with microbes when she was young. Now she works in a real lab! One day, something in the work fridge smells really bad. Zara decides to investigate. She sniffs, she tests, she takes notes, and she rules out microbe after microbe. But what if this smelly mystery leads to something nobody has ever discovered before? Can Zara solve the stinky puzzle?
Not the Same
Meet two tiny creatures who seem so different but share surprising secrets! One is fuzzy, one is not. One is short, one is tall. They munch on the same snacks and both need their rest. But here’s where it gets really interesting - they each build very different homes and come out completely transformed! Can you guess what these two amazing animals are? Read along to discover the wonderful ways they’re alike and different!
Off!
We flip switches and lights come on. We see them twinkling in windows at night and glowing along busy roads. But have you ever stopped to think about how much we really need lights? What would happen if all the lights suddenly blinked out one day? Could we still play games, read books, or even stay safe? Discover why lights are more important than you might think!
Ren Can Zoom!
Ren is blasting off on an amazing adventure to Mars! He’ll drive across the red planet, climb towering sand dunes, and discover mysterious Martian sand. But what makes this sand so special? And what surprises await Ren on this incredible space journey? Join Ren as he explores a world unlike anything on Earth!
Roar Roar Dinosaurs
Roar! Did you know that dinosaurs had feathers and that some hunted together in packs? Discover how scientists use fossils and clever detective work to unlock the secrets of these amazing creatures. What incredible dinosaur facts will you learn?