Everything plants and animals, for kids obsessed with living things, can be found in this collection, from Flowers and Birds to the behemoths of the Earth, Gorillas and Elephants.
Take the sting out of studying bees with this issue, which, among other things, debunks the “killer bee” myth and investigates the busy life cycle of bees. For kids who like honeybees, this issue is super sweet! Learn More
Birds, for kids who want to learn more about our feathered friends, is essential reading. They’ll get up close and personal with birds of all persuasions, plus get the lowdown on their habits, diet, evolution, and more. Learn More
Get the full story on these movie stars of the insect world, including info on metamorphosis, for kids who want to learn more about these appealing – and deceptively delicate-looking – marvels of Nature. Learn More
Cells, for kids, lays out all the basic facts about these microscopic structures out of which our bodies are made, covering everything from their internal “organs” to the way they determine every single human characteristic. Learn More
The Earth, for kids, comes alive with an overview of how our planet was born and how life has flourished on it – and also perished – over the eons. Learn More
This issue explains ecology for kids with charts that show how the food chain works and a discussion of Earth’s 10 “biomes”, and will generate lively discussions with facts about our “ecological footprint”. Learn More
An array of neat facts about nature’s vast legion of flowers, for kids, are featured in this issue, which takes them through flowers’ reproductive processes, the meanings of their many different colors, and the starring roles they play in art, medicine, and the planet’s life cycle. Learn More
Geography, for kids interested in the natural sciences, will take them through how the Earth’s varied landscape is measured and mapped, as well as show them how geography and civilization are intimately connected. Learn More
Go ape over Gorillas! For kids fascinated by primates, this issue -- covering their habits, communication skills, anatomy, and more – will give them all the knowledge they need to understand this peaceful forest dweller. Learn More
The last Ice Age, for kids, is investigated in fine detail here. Find out what caused it, what relics of it have appeared in modern times, and what the world was like for Ice Age mammals – including humans. Learn More
Insects, for kids studying the animal kingdom, will enrapture even the most bug-averse child. They’ll enjoy learning how insects protect themselves and work together, and get a glimpse of their mind-boggling array of colors, shapes, and sizes. Learn More
Sail away with Islands. For kids interested in these remote and often mysterious places, this issue offers a detailed look at how islands form, the people who live on them, and the ways they have shaped science and myth. Learn More
Oceans, for kids who love learning about our world, is a must-read; from the origins of life to future of our seas, the many facets of this essential resource are explored in full. Learn More
Seeking more info on the fascinating world of plants? For kids eager to learn more about these key components in the food chain, Plants provides a comprehensive introduction to the way they grow, reproduce, and are central to all facets of human life. Learn More
Who will save our rain forests? Kids will, that’s who! They will be energized into action by the facts and figures found in this issue, which covers the glorious diversity of our rain forests, as well as sobering statistics about their ongoing destruction. Learn More
Rain forests, for kids, are explored in all their wonder and beauty, along with the valuable products that are produced by them and the amazing variety of people who call them home. Learn More
May is National Pet Month in the U.S., a time to reflect on the value of owning a pet. National Pet Month is a good opportunity for discussion, reading, and class activities that relate to pets. Most kids love animals, so it’s pretty easy to go from the “awww” factor to introducing valuable information about our domestic buddies. Read More
Amazingly, trees cover over 30 percent of the world’s land area. In forests, they’re kings and queens, reigning supreme over all the other plants and animals below. In parks and gardens, and along city streets, trees bring beauty and a. Read More
Everything you eat – from a salad to a slice of pizza – goes through the same basic process once you eat it. That process provides your body with the energy and nourishment that it needs to survive. But how does it work? Find out with this informative, easy-to-understand infographic on the digestive process! Read More
A progression of natural events heralds the transition from winter to spring. If you’re like me, you point these out to the kids with excitement. But, if you’ve got questioners in your house, your observations may be met with “Why?” Why do the bulbs start to come up, even when there is still snow on the ground? How do plants distinguish between a cold, wet day in December and a cold, wet day in March? Read More
