Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's New Horizons space probe, and its mission to explore Jupiter, Pluto, and the mysterious objects of the Kuiper Belt. Important details include planning and construction of New Horizons, its launch from Earth, flybys of Jupiter and Pluto, and its continuing mission beyond our solar system. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint...

Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's Hubble Space Telescope, and its mission to photograph the wonders of the universe, far above the atmosphere of Earth. Important details covered include the space observatory's planning and engineering, its launch, its scientific discoveries, and how its images have changed our perception of the cosmos. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D...

Simple text and "out-of-this-world" photography introduce readers to NASA's Curiosity rover, and its mission to search for signs of past life on Mars. Important details include a history of rovers on Mars, planning and construction of Curiosity, its launch from Earth, landing on Mars, and the science experiments it carried out and their results. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing,...

This title examines NASA's effort to send human astronauts to Mars by the 2030s. Using simple text, diagrams, and stunning photography, readers learn about developing technology such as the Orion spacecraft and the Space Launch System rocket. Also covered are astronaut training, future bases on Mars, and various science objectives, including possibly terraforming the planet so that large populations of humans can someday colonize the Red Planet. Aligned...

Readers will explore Mars' hold on humankind's imagination, early astronomical observations, and then trace the cultural history of the Red Planet all the way up to today's popular movies and books. Important details will include examinations of literature such as H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds, as well as recent books and movies such as Andy Weir's The Martian. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is...

Simple text and incredible close-up photographs introduce readers to rescuing raptors. Injuries are discussed, as are the tests, surgeries, and treatment veterinarians and volunteers perform to help these birds recover. Includes important information on the care and history of helping and protecting raptors. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. A&D Xtreme is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Welcome to Louisiana, the Pelican State! Your students will explore Atchafalya Swamp, drive across the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, watch the Sugar Bowl at the Superdome, participate in Mardi Gras festivities in New Orleans, and more as they learn about Louisiana's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Welcome to Alabama, the Yellowhammer State! Students will explore the Sipsey Wilderness, attend a race at the Talladega Superspeedway, tour the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, and more as they learn about Alabama's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun-fact filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Welcome to South Carolina, the Palmetto State! Students will explore Hilton Head Island, tour Fort Sumter, attend a NASCAR race at the Darlington Raceway, and more as they learn about South Carolina's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of ABDO.

Welcome to Nevada, the Silver State! Students will explore Lake Tahoe, tour Hoover Dam, see the bright lights of Las Vegas, and more as they learn about Nevada's history, plants and animals, industries, sports, cities, famous people, and more in this fun, fact-filled title. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.