STEM & STEAM

Housing astronauts on the moon and Mars is a huge challenge for future space exploration. Learn how biologist Lynn Rothschild plans to use fungi as a construction technology to build bases for astronauts. Mush-rooms, anyone?The books in the Out of This...

Modern space suits are bulky, uncomfortable, and difficult to repair. If human beings are going to explore and colonize the moon and Mars, they will need something better to wear. Learn how engineer and astronaut Bonnie Dunbar is using her experience to...

The reflectors used in the world's largest telescopes are big and heavy. Instead of glass and metal, could they be made of reflective plastic? How big could a space telescope be if you could blow up the main lens like a balloon? Learn how astronomer...

Radio telescopes can help astronomers learn the secrets of the universe's birth. But, such telescopes must be huge, and radio signals from Earth and the sun interfere with their readings. Learn how engineer Saptarshi Bandyopadhyay plans to solve these...

What if we could take a picture of a planet orbiting a distant star light-years away? What would we find there? Learn how Nobel Prize-winning physicist John Mather is planning to pair a giant observatory on Earth with a huge unfolding satellite to take...

Venus's surface is a place of scorching heat and crushing pressure. But, in the clouds, conditions are a little less intense. Learn how engineer Javid Bayandor plans to build a flying probe, inspired by giant manta ray, explore the planet's atmosphere...

Join colorful characters as they introduce readers to the Building Blocks of the Human Body! Students will learn about the core systems that allow us to live, including the respiratory, cells, organ, circulatory, digestive, urinary, endocrine,...

Help young readers learn the fundamentals of physics with Building Blocks of Physical Science! In this series, students will be introduced to such core concepts as electricity, energy, force and motion, heat, light, magnetism, gravity, matter, and sound...

This series moves beyond the mathematics in Building Blocks of Math 1 to introduce more complex math topics. Students will build on their existing math foundation as they learn about units of measurement, fractions, data and statistics, decimals,...

Designed in collaboration with elementary mathematics education experts, this series makes difficult mathematics concepts fun and easy to understand. Alongside colorful characters, students will learn about addition, division, fractions, multiplication,...

The characters in this series will take readers on a colorful journey around the world…and beyond! Readers will join colorful characters as they travel around the globe learning about atmosphere and weather, climate and biomes, Earth's processes,...

Coding and computer basics come alive in this engaging series! Join AI, Stack, Tasky, and other colorful characters in a graphic novel-style adventure as they teach students about the fundamental concepts of computer science. Topics covered include...

Give budding scientists a head start and help accelerate their understanding of chemistry with Building Blocks of Chemistry! Alongside colorful characters, readers will learn about matter, chemical compounds, reactions, experiments, elements, mixtures...

Join colorful characters as they introduce readers to the exciting world of animals and plants! Students will learn about core topics, including plant life cycles, animal behaviors, animal life cycles, adaptations, classification, and traits and heredity...

Join colorful characters as they introduce readers to the basics of finance! Readers will learn about careers in finance, earning money, investing, credit, saving, spending, and donating. Fun characers and colorful graphics guide readers through the...

From infamous despots to famous philosophers, key characters and facets of the ancient world come alive in this hi-lo series for struggling readers. Written with reluctant readers in mind, considerate text, engaging stories, and intriguing sidebars and...

Meet Ellie—an enthusiastic, bumbling teenager who is fascinated with Mars. When a misunderstanding lands her in the astronaut training program for the first human mission to Mars, Ellie is determined to prove her worth. The hilarious Long-Lost...

Explore the fascinating world of chemistry, computer science, and finance through engaging comic book-style narratives that make learning fun and accessible. Delve into a thrilling series developed in collaboration with NASA, unlocking the mysteries of...

Embark on an exhilarating STEM journey tailored for curious 12-year-olds with our captivating series. Delve into the mysteries of the human body with engaging comic book titles, challenge the mind with advanced math concepts, and explore the cosmos with...

Humans have a complex relationship with the planet Earth. Life depends on the planet's natural resources. Yet human activity has led to many environmental issues. Industry pollutes land, air, and water. Agriculture uses up clean water. In the...

Introducing an exhilarating STEM series tailored for curious 11-year-olds. Join the adventure with our engaging comic book titles exploring geography, the animal and plant kingdoms, and the exciting world of mathematics. Delve into the mysteries of how...

What makes something "smart?" In the Exploring the Internet of Things series, readers discover how inanimate objects, from watches to home speakers to even t-shirts, help people get things done better, faster, and smarter. How can a ring book an Uber?...

For many kids, it’s hard to imagine life before computers and the internet. Travel back in time with this exciting series to find out where people got the news, how they communicated with friends, and what they did for fun. Easy-to-read text and...

Join magical pet vets--Taye, Marta, and Emily--on their wild adventures with some of the magical world's most misunderstood creatures, including: a crocodingo, a phoenix, a sniffler, a sphinx, a unicorn, and a yeti. These creatures have problems, and the...

People are connected to the environment in many important ways. This series examines how humans have affected our planet, along with the actions people are taking to help protect the environment. Each book includes a table of contents, fun facts, a...

Through engaging narratives, young readers embark on a journey into the world of technology, learning essential coding skills and problem-solving strategies. Explore the wonders of the natural world with captivating books that help distinguish between...

Have you ever wondered how web pages are built? Through simple text written to foster creativity and problem solving, students will learn the art of innovation. Large, colorful images show students how to complete activities. Additional tools, including...

You can make a lot of interesting things with old T-shirts and a few craft supplies. Through simple text written to foster creativity and problem solving, students will the art of innovation. Large, colorful images show students how to complete...

With Bloxels, users can use colored blocks to design their own video games, then play the games on a tablet computer. Through simple text written to foster creativity and problem solving, students will learn the art of innovation. Large, colorful images...

Creating animated movies is easier than ever using stop-motion techniques and everyday technology. Through simple text written to foster creativity and problem solving, students will learn the art of innovation. Large, colorful images show students how...

Designing and playing your own board games can be a lot of fun. Through simple text written to foster creativity and problem solving, students will learn the art of innovation. Large, colorful images show students how to complete activities. Additional...

The Coding Onstage book presents early learners with a theater story challenge they can solve using Scratch 3. Simple text and instructional images guide students to deepen their understanding of coding. Readers learn about coordinates, movement, sprite...

The Coding on the Playground book presents early learners with a playground story challenge they can solve using Scratch 3. Simple text and instructional images guide students to deepen their understanding of coding. Readers learn about coordinates,...

The Coding in the Science Lab book presents early learners with a science lab story challenge they can solve using Scratch 3. Simple text and instructional images guide students to deepen their understanding of coding. Readers learn about coordinates,...

The Coding in the City book presents early learners with a city story challenge they can solve using Scratch 3. Simple text and instructional images guide students to deepen their understanding of coding. Readers learn about coordinates, movement, sprite...

The Coding in the Cafeteria book presents early learners with a cafeteria story challenge they can solve using Scratch 3. Simple text and instructional images guide students to deepen their understanding of coding. Readers learn about coordinates,...

The Coding at the Zoo book presents early learners with a zoo story challenge they can solve using Scratch 3. Simple text and instructional images guide students to deepen their understanding of coding. Readers learn about coordinates, movement, sprite...

The Coding at the Water Park book presents early learners with a water park story challenge they can solve using Scratch 3. Simple text and instructional images guide students to deepen their understanding of coding. Readers learn about coordinates,...

The Coding at the Grocery Store book presents early learners with a grocery story challenge they can solve using Scratch 3. Simple text and instructional images guide students to deepen their understanding of coding. Readers learn about coordinates,...

Have you ever wondered what's inside of your favorite electronic toys? Through simple text written to foster creativity and problem solving, students will the art of innovation. Large, colorful images show students how to complete activities. Additional...