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This classic beginner's guide to the night sky has been upd ... Read more

This classic beginner's guide to the night sky has been updated with planet positions and forthcoming eclipses up to the end of the year 2014, a guide to observing the Moon, comprehensive Moon maps with labeled features, and information on observing the four brightest planets: Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. This eighth edition of Ian Ridpath and Wil Tirion's famous guide will appeal to astronomers of all ages. This book contains a chapter for every month, describing the prominent stars, constellations, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies that are visible. The 50 clear and easy-to-use maps provide a simple introduction to the skies of the northern hemisphere. Most of the sights are visible to the naked eye, and all are within reach of binoculars or a small telescope. Minimize

This classic beginner's guide to the night sky has been upd ... Read more

This classic beginner's guide to the night sky has been updated with planet positions and forthcoming eclipses up to the end of the year 2014, a guide to observing the Moon, comprehensive Moon maps with labeled features, and information on observing the four brightest planets: Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn. This eighth edition of Ian Ridpath and Wil Tirion's famous guide will appeal to astronomers of all ages. This book contains a chapter for every month, describing the prominent stars, constellations, star clusters, nebulae and galaxies that are visible. The 50 clear and easy-to-use maps provide a simple introduction to the skies of the northern hemisphere. Most of the sights are visible to the naked eye, and all are within reach of binoculars or a small telescope. Minimize

Ring the Bell Electronic Goal Tracker Fun sounds and an exc ... Read more

Ring the Bell Electronic Goal Tracker Fun sounds and an exciting carnival theme take the goal chart to a whole new level! Teacher writes the goal and reward at the top and the milestones along the side of this freestanding electronic tracker. Each time a milestone is achieved, the “puck” slides up closer to the goal, activating fun sounds and blinking lights. When the goal is achieved, students are rewarded with a sound and light show.Track anything: Books read Funds raised Perfect attendance Homework completed And more!  Includes:  20" Freestanding goal tracker with write-on/wipe-off chart, milestone markers, and attached milestone puck 5 Colorful lights Amazing carnival sound effects and encouraging phrases Repeat button  Minimize

A teaching, talking globe for younger children Guides young ... Read more

A teaching, talking globe for younger children Guides young cchildren on an exciting interactive learning adventure to introduce geography basics! Two game modes and variable subjects allow children to learn geography with spoken and visual clues, then immediately quiz each lesson...it's an effective teaching globe as well as a fun quiz machine! High-quality texas Instruments digital voiice technology, sound and music add entertain,ent and educational value. Illustrated, 12" globe has just the right amount of detail and color coding to make it fun and easy for young children to read. One to three players. Ages: 6 to 10 Awards: *Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award *Parenting Magazine top 55 Toys *Great American Toy Test Top ten Toys *Learning Magazine Teachers Choice Award *Dr. Toy 10 best Games Minimize

NightScapes - Glow in the Dark Night Sky  Nightscapes is a ... Read more

NightScapes - Glow in the Dark Night Sky  Nightscapes is a unique kit that has everything you need to transform a plain ceiling into an accurate starry night sky. The patented star projector guides you in applying the proper of the summer sky. The 12 page booklet contains complete instructions, including a sky chart showing the names of the major stars and constellations. Additionally there are fascinating facts and anciet legends about 13 of the majors stars and constellations. Batteries are included for the star projector.  Box dimersions: 13 3/4 x 11 1/4 x 2 1/2. Minimize

The ChemActivities found in Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry, Fo ... Read more

The ChemActivities found in Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry, Fourth Edition use the classroom guided inquiry approach and provide an excellent accompaniment to Spencer's Chemistry: Structure and Dynamics, Fourth Edition or any other General Chemistry text. Designed to support Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL), these materials provide a variety of ways to promote a student-focused, active classroom that range from cooperative learning to active student participation in a more traditional setting. They are designed to train students to use and analyze data, figures, and text to deduce chemical concepts. Minimize

If Students Need to Know It, It’s in This BookThis book dev ... Read more

If Students Need to Know It, It’s in This BookThis book develops the Earth science skills of high school students. It builds skills that will help them succeed in school and on the New York Regents Exams.Why The Princeton Review?We have more than twenty years of experience helping students master the skills needed to excel on standardized tests. Each year we help more than 2 million students score higher and earn better grades.We Know the New York Regents ExamsOur experts at The Princeton Review have analyzed the New York Regents Exams, and this book provides the most up-to-date, thoroughly researched practice possible. We break down the test into individual skills to familiarize students with the test’s structure, while increasing their overall skill level.We Get ResultsWe know what it takes to succeed in the classroom and on tests. This book includes strategies that are proven to improve student performance. We provide·content groupings of questions based on New York standards and objectives·detailed lessons, complete with skill-specific activities ·three complete practice New York Regents Exams in Physical Setting/Earth Science Minimize

If Students Need to Know It, It’s in This BookThis book dev ... Read more

If Students Need to Know It, It’s in This BookThis book develops the global history and geography skills of high school students. It builds skills that will help them succeed in school and on the New York Regents Exams.Why The Princeton Review?We have more than twenty years of experience helping students master the skills needed to excel on standardized tests. Each year we help more than 2 million students score higher and earn better grades.We Know the New York Regents ExamsOur experts at The Princeton Review have analyzed the New York Regents Exams, and this book provides the most up-to-date, thoroughly researched practice possible. We break down the test into individual skills to familiarize students with the test’s structure, while increasing their overall skill level.We Get ResultsWe know what it takes to succeed in the classroom and on tests. This book includes strategies that are proven to improve student performance. We provide·content review based on New York standards and objectives·a detailed Hit Parade — a list of important people, places, and events·four complete practice New York Regents Exams in Global History and Geography Minimize

Show Me The MoneyAlvin D. Hall - Author Can you imagine kid ... Read more

Show Me The MoneyAlvin D. Hall - Author Can you imagine kids getting excited about economics? A 3rd grader itching to learn more about credit, or saving up her allowance for that college fund? DK can. In Show Me The Money, young readers are exposed to basic concepts of currency and finance, including the barter system, supply and demand, and how money works differently around the world. Awards and Notable lists:Notable Social Studies Trade Books (2008)Best Children’s Book of the Year by the Bank St. Book Committee (2009)Hardcover | 9.25 x 6.25in | 96 pages | ISBN 9780756637620 | 04 Aug 2008 | Dorling Kindersley | 8 - AND UP years Minimize

Containing star charts, a guide to the constellations, and ... Read more

Containing star charts, a guide to the constellations, and details about seasons and the movement of the objects we see in the sky, this classic book makes H. A. Rey’s passion for astronomy evident on every page.Second edition updates concentrate on the planetary and solar system information in the latter half of the book. Facts and figures for each planet have been revised, and new scientific information has been added, including sections on earth-asteroid collisions, black holes, supernovas, the Kuiper Belt (asteroid belt beyond Neptune), Pluto’s reclassification, and how the moon was formed. Minimize

The ChemActivities found in Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry, Fo ... Read more

The ChemActivities found in Chemistry: A Guided Inquiry, Fourth Edition use the classroom guided inquiry approach and provide an excellent accompaniment to Spencer's Chemistry: Structure and Dynamics, Fourth Edition or any other General Chemistry text. Designed to support Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL), these materials provide a variety of ways to promote a student-focused, active classroom that range from cooperative learning to active student participation in a more traditional setting. They are designed to train students to use and analyze data, figures, and text to deduce chemical concepts. Minimize

For everyone who has looked up at the stars on a clear nigh ... Read more

For everyone who has looked up at the stars on a clear night and longed to know more about them, here is the perfect introduction and guide to discovering the stars.Discover the Stars leads you on a tour of all the stars and constellations visible with the naked eye and introduces you to deep-sky objects that can be seen with binoculars or a simple telescope. The tour is conducted by the editor of Astronomy magazine, Richard Berry, whose two-color, computer-plotted sky maps and clear instructions make stargazing fun and productive from your first night out.The heart of Discover the Stars is two sections of big, beautiful sky maps and charts. The first section features twelve maps that show the entire sky overhead as it appears during each month of the year. These outline all the constellations visible anywhere in the Northern Hemisphere, and the accompanying text reveals the rich ancient mythology that surrounds the star groups.The second section is made up of twenty-three star charts that depict smaller regions of the sky in great detail. These charts give the names of key stars and lead you to fascinating features such as stars with unusual colors, double stars, variable stars, nebulae, and galaxies.Separate chapters cover basics, such as how the stars move through the sky, how to find your way around the moon and the planets, making an astronomer's flashlight, and choosing and using a telescope -- all in terms that are easy to grasp and remember.Discover the Stars is the perfect introduction to the heavens, simple enough to be useful if you're just starting out but packed with enough information to keep you learning and enjoying the stars for years to come. Minimize

Mystery Rock It's a mystery as students won't know what's b ... Read more

Mystery Rock It's a mystery as students won't know what's buried inside until they 1) excavate it; 2) perform tests on the specimens; and 3)consult the guide to help determine what the various specimens are!  Students learn actual methods used by real archaeologists and paleontologists as they excavate 10 buried trasures hidden within the clay rock, then complete activities to learn even more!  Kit includes Mystery Rock with 3 authentic fossils, 4 genuine gemstones, 3 rock specimens, a Prospector's Log Book, excavation tool and brush, specimen identification chart and display tray.  Ages 6 and up.   Made in America l Made in USA Minimize

The Triceratops Poster Item Size: 38.5 x 26.75 in This post ... Read more

The Triceratops Poster Item Size: 38.5 x 26.75 in This poster has all you need to know about the triceratops! With pictures of the bone structure to all kinds of information about this great dinosaur, it's a perfect learning tool or just as decor for any dinosaur lover! Minimize

Organic Chemistry, A Guided Inquiry is designed for use as ... Read more

Organic Chemistry, A Guided Inquiry is designed for use as a supplement to a traditional text to encourage active and collaborative learning in the classroom. A companion to full-year organic chemistry courses, this student activity book incorporates new methods for teaching chemistry that reflect current research on how students learn. The purpose of the guided inquiry approach is to teach students to think analytically and collaboratively in teams, like scientists do, rather than teaching them to memorize important conclusions arrived at by great scientists of the past. By looking carefully at new problems, constructing logical conclusions based on observations, and discussing the merits of their conclusions with peers, students develop a stronger conceptual understanding of and appreciation for the material. Honing their logical and empirical skills enables students to better pursue not only chemistry, but any other complex sets of ideas. Minimize

4D Vision Anatomy Model Kit – T-RexAt 22 inches long, this ... Read more

4D Vision Anatomy Model Kit – T-RexAt 22 inches long, this 4D Vision T-Rex Anatomy Model Kit is a great learning tool for kids ages 8 and up. Attached to a display stand this toy T-Rex anatomy replica has 39 detachable body parts and organs. Finely detailed sculpting and hand painted parts make the 4D Vision T-Rex Anatomy Model Kit by Tedco a first class replica. An illustrated assembly guide, description of the anatomy, and some fun Q&A to test your knowledge complete the package for this educational anatomy model. Perfect for the classroom, paleontologist’s office, or a child who just loves dinosaurs, the 4D Vision T-Rex Anatomy Model Kit provides a worthwhile learning experience for everyone. Collect the series!Warning: Small Parts Included  Some alternate spelling variations of this product:Anatomy models, anatomy toys, anatomy kits, T-Rex model, T-Rex replica, T-Rex anatomy model, T-Rex toy, dinosaur anatomy. Minimize

Space Exploration Kit Blast off on a mission to explore out ... Read more

Space Exploration Kit Blast off on a mission to explore outer space and the objects in it. Learn about rocket propulsion with balloons and chemically powered rockets. Build a telescope and star map to investigate the stars and constellations. Assemble a model of the solar system and learn about the planets that share it. Find out how Earth’s rotation creates day and night, how Earth’s axis and revolution around the sun causes the seasons, and how the moon’s rotation around Earth gives us the phases of the moon. See for yourself how meteorites formed the craters on the moon. Make a moon flipbook and a moon calendar. Build a sundial and a solar collector to experiment with the sun. Grasp a comet’s tail and learn about how meteoroids become falling stars. A full-color, 32-page experiment book guides your space exploration. With this kit you can launch three types of rockets, build a telescope and star map, model the solar system, investigate the revolution and rotation of the Earth, swing a moon sling, find the man in the moon, recreate lunar and solar eclipses, learn about falling stars, discover how the universe is expanding. Ages 8+ Minimize

Mike Seeds' goal in THE SOLAR SYSTEM, Fourth Edition (adapt ... Read more

Mike Seeds' goal in THE SOLAR SYSTEM, Fourth Edition (adapted from the newly revised FOUNDATIONS OF ASTRONOMY, Eight Edition) is to help students use astronomy to understand science and use science to understand what we are. Fascinating and engaging, this text illustrates the scientific method and guides students to these fundamental questions: "What are we?" and "How do we know?" In discussing the interplay between evidence and hypothesis, Seeds provides not just facts, but a conceptual framework for understanding the logic of science. The book vividly conveys his love of astronomy, and illustrates how students can comprehend their place in the universe by grasping a small set of physical laws. Crafting a story about astronomy, Mike shows students how to ask questions to gradually puzzle out the beautiful secrets of the physical world. Mathematics is incorporated into the text (and in separate sections for easy reference), but the book's arguments do not depend on mathematical reasoning, keeping even math-averse students engaged. The revision addresses new developments in astrophysics and cosmology, plus the latest discoveries, from Mars' buried water to the exploration of the Kuiper Belt. This edition is now fully integrated with a FREE, brand-new student tutorial system. AceAstronomy is Web-based, assessment-driven, and completely flexible, creating a personalized learning plan to help each student focus on key concepts to be mastered. This superior system gives students fun, interactive learning opportunities and a greater chance for success. Minimize

Introductory Chemistry Modules: A Guided Inquiry Approach, ... Read more

Introductory Chemistry Modules: A Guided Inquiry Approach, Preliminary Edition, is designed to encourage active and collaborative learning in the classroom using POGIL (Process-Oriented Guided-Inquiry Learning). The philosophy behind the POGIL approach is based on the processes involved in learning, including the need for collaboration when attempting to learn and understand difficult concepts. POGIL is designed to improve student retention rates and to teach students to think analytically and collaboratively in teams, like scientists do, rather than teaching them to memorize important conclusions arrived at by great scientists of the past. The 52 activities in this preliminary edition workbook, a sampling of those that will appear in the complete First Edition for Introduction to Chemistry courses, guide students through self-directed explorations designed to facilitate both content mastery and learning skills. By looking carefully at new problems, constructing logical conclusions based on observations, and discussing the merits of their conclusions with peers, students develop a stronger conceptual understanding of and appreciation for the material. The activites include some of the following sections. Minimize

This book is for geoscience students taking introductory or ... Read more

This book is for geoscience students taking introductory or intermediate-level courses in igneous petrology, to help develop key skills (and confidence) in identifying igneous minerals, interpreting and allocating appropriate names to unknown rocks presented to them. The book thus serves, uniquely, both as a conventional course text and as a practical laboratory manual.Following an introduction reviewing igneous nomenclature, each chapter addresses a specific compositional category of magmatic rocks, covering definition, mineralogy, eruption/ emplacement processes, textures and crystallization processes, geotectonic distribution, geochemistry, and aspects of magma genesis. One chapter is devoted to phase equilibrium experiments and magma evolution; another introduces pyroclastic volcanology. Each chapter concludes with exercises, with the answers being provided at the end of the book.Appendices provide a summary of techniques and optical data for microscope mineral identification, an introduction to petrographic calculations, a glossary of petrological terms, and a list of symbols and units. The book is richly illustrated with line drawings, monochrome pictures and colour plates.Additional resources for this book can be found at: http://www.wiley.com/go/gill/igneous. Minimize

Xoomy Girls - The Fantastic Portable Illustrating Machine T ... Read more

Xoomy Girls - The Fantastic Portable Illustrating Machine The fabulous portable drawing kit! With the compact Xoomy kit, budding illustrators can copy all kinds of figures and designs onto paper. You can zoom in on each design and mix and match them with pictures from different theme sheets. Xoomy is really easy to use – a dream come true for aspiring young designers! And when you’ve finished, you can pack everything away safely and take it with you wherever you go. Compact Drawing Case with Adjustable Zoom Lamp, Glare Shield, 20 Image Patterns, 10 Sheets of Drawing Paper, 1 Felt-Tip Pen, Easy Instructions Ages 7+ Minimize

The Brachiosaurus Poster Item Size: 26.75 x 38.5 in This po ... Read more

The Brachiosaurus Poster Item Size: 26.75 x 38.5 in This poster shows all you need to know about The Brachiosaurus. From its information, to pictures and maps, this poster is great decor for any dinosaur love out there! Minimize

Core Knowledge History and Geography Level 2 Individua ... Read more

Core Knowledge History and Geography Level 2 Individual books for each unit build important social studies concepts through on-level text and strong visual images. May be purchased as a single copy or in packs of six copies of the same title.The Student Package includes 1 copy of all 11 Student Books The Teacher Package includes 1 copy of all Teacher Guides plus a FREE Teacher Binder This flexible program, edited by Core Knowledge founder E.D. Hirsch, Jr. follows the Core Knowledge Sequence to teach key history and geography topics at each consecutive level. Teachers can purchase the textbooks in their entirety to teach the Core Knowledge curriculum. Select units can be purchased as individual books to meet specific curriculum needs. With this program, students can build a unified, solid base of academic knowledge - the key to overall literacy and future success. Beautifully illustrated pages and a friendly narrative style without distractions, keeps students motivated and focused as they learn essential content and skills. Provides essential American and world history and geography concepts so students acquire a solid foundation of knowledge.Uses an age appropriate, student-friendly narrative style to foster reading comprehension.Engages students with beautifully illustrated, highly visual pages. Pearson Learning Core Knowledge delivers high quality social studies lessons edited by Core Knowledge founder E.D. Hirsch, Jr. and aligned to the Core Knowledge Sequence for history and geography curriculum. In levels K-2 teacher directed lessons control the scope of learning. In levels 3-6 lessons become more student-driven providing the opportunity for independent thinking. Across all levels, content instruction unfolds across beautifully illustrated, highly visual pages that engage and make information easier to understand and manage. Pearson Learning Core Knowledge will: Build a strong foundation of history and geography skills that students need for academic success. Enhance comprehension through read-aloud stories at levels K-2 and a student-friendly narrative text at levels 3-6. Combine American and world history and geography content at each grade level for a robust social studies curriculum. Promote learning by noting and defining key vocabulary. Prepare teachers with thoughtfully planned teacher guides containing the tools for program success: background information, multiple assessment opportunities, point-of-use content references and learning masters, cross-curricular, vocabulary and discussion suggestions. Captivate students with stunning illustrations, fine art, maps and informative graphs. Support the implementation of a Core Knowledge sequence curricula in social studies with student and teacher materials that can be purchased in an array of flexible options. Pearson Learning Core Knowledge is fully endorsed by the Core Knowledge Foundation and was edited by Core Knowledge founder, E.D. Hirsch, Jr., the founder and chairman of the nonprofit Core Knowledge. Hirsch founded the Core Knowledge Foundation in 1986 to promote excellence and fairness in early education. The foundation conducts research on curricula, develops books and other materials for parents and teachers, offers workshops for teachers, and serves as the hub of a growing network of Core Knowledge schools. E.D. Hirsch, Jr. is an elected member of both the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the International Academy of Education. He has served on the Research Advisory Board of the U.S. Department of Education and, in 1997, received the Biennial Quest Award for Outstanding Contribution to Education from the American Federation of Teachers.   Minimize

This book is for geoscience students taking introductory or ... Read more

This book is for geoscience students taking introductory or intermediate-level courses in igneous petrology, to help develop key skills (and confidence) in identifying igneous minerals, interpreting and allocating appropriate names to unknown rocks presented to them. The book thus serves, uniquely, both as a conventional course text and as a practical laboratory manual.Following an introduction reviewing igneous nomenclature, each chapter addresses a specific compositional category of magmatic rocks, covering definition, mineralogy, eruption/ emplacement processes, textures and crystallization processes, geotectonic distribution, geochemistry, and aspects of magma genesis. One chapter is devoted to phase equilibrium experiments and magma evolution; another introduces pyroclastic volcanology. Each chapter concludes with exercises, with the answers being provided at the end of the book.Appendices provide a summary of techniques and optical data for microscope mineral identification, an introduction to petrographic calculations, a glossary of petrological terms, and a list of symbols and units. The book is richly illustrated with line drawings, monochrome pictures and colour plates.Additional resources for this book can be found at: http://www.wiley.com/go/gill/igneous. Minimize

A concise reference by a best-selling astronomy author. ... Read more

A concise reference by a best-selling astronomy author. The Guide to Stars and Planets is a practical guide to the night sky featuring detailed maps of the moon and constellations, plus a host of recommendations on what to look for and when. In a compact format, this book is illustrated with charts, maps, and stunning photographs from the world's finest Earth- and space-based telescopes. A concise introduction offers a practical guide to telescopes, home observatories and astronomical photography for amateur astronomers. Detailed entries describe the following astronomical objects, organized by the closest to the furthest from Earth: The moon The sun The planets Solar system debris The stars The galaxies The constellations Observing eclipses, comets and meteors. The book highlights the most interesting objects that can be observed using the naked eye, binoculars or telescope. Detailed moon maps and charts identify significant features, and practical tips explain how to observe the sun safely. The Guide to Stars and Planets is an ideal introduction to astronomy and a concise reference for hobbyists of all levels of experience. Minimize