Best Selling Books by Jennifer Swanson

Jump in the driver''s seat for this entertaining, STEM-filled tour of the history of car production and the science and engineering that makes cars safe. Cars take us to work. To school. To soccer practice. To the grocery store and home again. Can you imagine a world without them? It''s not so easy! One of the reasons we can use cars so much in our everyday lives is because they are safe to drive. But that hasn''t always been the case. If it weren''t for the experiments conducted over decades that involved all kinds of crash test volunteers―dead, alive, animal, or automated―cars as we know them might not be around. And then how would you get to school? Filled with historical photographs, graphics and humorous illustrations, this nonfiction book from science educator and award-winning author Jennifer Swanson will appeal to lovers of all things that go and readers who are interested in getting under the hood and seeing how things work.

Explore real stories and facts with American Girl BeForever character Nanea about that fateful Sunday morning in 1941 when Japanese planes executed a surprise attack on the American base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. Illustrations.

¿Alguna vez has intentado encontrar formas de resolver un problema en tu comunidad? Wangari Maathai trabajó para resolver una crisis ambiental y ayudar a las personas al mismo tiempo. Cuando Maathai era joven, era inusual que las niñas en Kenia fueran a la escuela, pero ella estaba decidida a aprender más sobre la ciencia y la naturaleza. Al crecer, se dio cuenta de que se talaban demasiados árboles. Maathai sabía que la pérdida de bosques era mala para la salud del medioambiente y de las personas. Inició el Movimiento Cinturón Verde, que educaba a las mujeres en las aldeas rurales y les pagaba por cada árbol que plantaban. El programa ayudó a plantar millones de árboles y trajo dinero a las aldeas. Por su trabajo con el medioambiente y los derechos humanos, Maathai se convirtió en la primera mujer africana en recibir el Premio Nobel de la Paz. Have you ever tried to come up with ways to solve a problem in your community? Wangari Maathai worked to solve an environmental crisis and help people at the same time. When Maathai was young, it was unusual for girls in Kenya to go to school, but she was determined to learn more about science and nature. As an adult, she noticed that people were cutting down too many trees. Maathai knew that forest loss was bad for the health of the environment and people. She started the Green Belt Movement, which educated women in rural villages and paid them for every tree they planted. The program helped plant millions of trees and brought money to the villages. For her environmental and human rights work, Maathai became the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize.

A women-led team of scientists save the Amazon rainforest from destruction as readers get a firsthand account of real-life fieldwork in action. A compelling, nonfiction, photo-illustrated STEM read for 8-12-year-olds who aspire to be future scientists, environmentalists, and conservationists! Over 22 years, a team of scientists from the Field Museum in Chicago has helped conserve 28.9 million acres of the Amazon rainforest. Follow the team as they race to gather data over three precious weeks in the field. During rapid inventory, information is gathered in two ways: Biologists trek through mud and rain and count every animal and plant they see, recording everything that flies, swims, crawls, slithers, or walks. They then look at key plant and animal groups to assess the health of the ecosystem. Social scientists visit villages, speaking with local people about their desires and goals for the land, as each community has developed its own way of taking care of its environment. The team then makes a compelling, evidence-based case for conservation. Developed in partnership with the Field Museum, this action-packed book focuses on Rapid Inventory 30, which is conducted in Colombia with the help of local and Indigenous scientists and community members. Photographs from the scientists themselves give readers a glimpse into real-life fieldwork in the Amazon that will captivate STEM readers and the next generation of scientists.

Every footprint--from the physical to the digital and the permanent to the fleeting--leaves a mark on Earth telling a story of the past, the present, or the future.

"A picture book biography of engineer Raye Montague, who revolutionized the way the navy designed ships by developing her own comprehensive computer program"--

Presents information about submarines, including their history, the science behind them, nuclear reactors, navigation systems, life on board, and their scientific uses.

Today’s teens may travel to the Moon in their lifetimes. This primer on what to know for a future in space combines technology and science with law and policy for a fascinating look at a very timely subject. For teens who are space fans, this book is loaded with fascinating facts, great stories, and new ways of thinking about the challenges of space. It covers topics on the science of space and developments in technology (e.g., satellites behaving like spacecraft), and it also considers the laws that have been drafted for space travel and space etiquette—the agreed upon norms of behavior that allow humans to explore without conflict. The book discusses the problem of space debris, and the growth of space tourism. It provides details about the Artemis missions and plans for the Gateway space station, and so much more. It challenges young readers to think about the decisions that need to be made in the years ahead to ensure that space exploration remains an exhilarating and peaceful activity. And the final chapter provides guidance on careers in the space industry—being an astronaut is only one of many exciting paths to pursue. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

Explains the science behind hybrid car manufacture.

For ages 6-12 A new adventure! The dynamic canine detectives, Penny and Rio, escape from the backyard for the first time in search of a valuable diamond collar lost by Hannah, the beautiful show dog. During their search for the misplaced treasure, they encounter Ted, the loveable and energetic collie, Sarge, the belligerent and forceful German shepherd, and an obstacle of epic proportions. But just when it feels like Penny has reached the end of the adventure, the prize is ripped from her grasp. Solving this new problem will take all the ingenuity and determination these dog detectives can muster. Award-winning books in the Penny and Rio series: Penny and Rio: The Mysterious Backyard Meeting Penny and Rio: The Locked Doghouse Mystery Recipients of the: 2009 Mom''s Choice Award for Juvenile Fiction - Early Reader The Dove Foundation''s Family Approved Seal What people are saying about Penny and Rio books: " If your children love pets then they will love Penny & Rio." --- Kristi Bernard, The National Writing Center for Children "Entertaining, Heartwarming and Educational! Jennifer Swanson brings back the famous dog detectives, Penny & Rio, who are well-known for fighting crime, and mysteries. This delightful chapter book, packed with colorful illustrations will capture the heart of any reader, regardless of age..." --- Geri Ahearn Book Reviews "These cute books are great for kids who are ready for short chapter books...And, it''s nice to have a story that is as wholesome as these are: the books are dove family approved." --- Kathy Davis, Homeschoolbuzz.com "We can''t wait to read more Penny and Rio books" ---Shawn''s Sharing Book Blogs For more fun with Penny and Rio, visit their website at www.pennyandrio.com

We send messages constantly--through our body language, actions, what we carry with us and what we wear. Being aware of the messages you send is the first step in learning how to build an image of professionalism that will assure others that you are capable, competent, and right for the job. An expert in the field of communications and human relations, Jennifer Swanson has written a must-read book for students, new graduates, job seekers or anyone looking to fulfill their professional goals. This book will help you discover how others perceive you when you make a first impression and will show you how to ensure that the world sees you the way you want it to.

Presents information about solar energy, including its history, the science behind solar cells, how they work, and possible future developments.

This book explains what solar energy is and how it is harnessed and used. The text discusses the history of the technology as well as need for solar power and how it could change our world.

Get the dirt on everything rock-related, from fossils to crystals to soil itself. Rocks and Minerals is packed with facts about geology. You''ll learn how different rocks form, what we use them for, and how geologists study them. So Grab your shovel! It''s time to dig deeper into the fascinating world of rocks and minerals. Core Library is the must-have line of nonfiction books for supporting the common Core state Standards for grades 3-6, Core Library features: A wide variety of high-interest topics, Well-researched, clearly written informational text, Primary sources with accompanying questions, Multiple prompts and activities for writing, reading, and critical thinking Charts, graphs, diagrams, timelines, and maps Book jacket.

The team behind the bestselling Atlas Obscura presents a kids'' illustrated STEM-oriented exploration of the world''s most interesting technologies, inventions, and scientific discoveries. Following up on the New York Times bestselling Atlas Obscura Explorer''s Guide for the World''s Most Adventurous Kid, with more than 200,000 copies in print, here is a globe-spanning history of invention like no other. This illustrated and STEM-oriented exploration of the planet''s 94 most interesting inventions and scientific discoveries sends middle-grade readers on an unforgettable trip around the planet and across time. Each spread focuses on a world-changing technology and how it led to or influenced the tech or discovery on the next page. Starting with the very first invention, fire, readers will spelunk the Wonderwerk Cave in South Africa for evidence of humankind''s earliest control of flames, then learn how fire is necessary to create another essential tech: glass, including the modern-day glass bridge in Zhangjiajie, China, that offers a crystal-clear (and terrifying!) view of the chasm 1,300 feet below. As you gaze at comets through telescopes, create unbreakable codes, zap space garbage with lasers, and break supersonic records in the world''s fastest car, gorgeously illustrated scenes will transport readers across continents and centuries into a world of wonder and discovery.

Presents information about electricity and how it is generated and transmitted, including its history; the science behind it; how circuits, power plants, and electrical lines work; and related environmental questions.

This book briefly describes the history of the internet, and how it functions.

Seriously teeny tiny and creepy crawly bugs are everywhere! Invisible creatures live in your house and your yard and in your body and your food! It may sound gross but they serve a purpose. Ultra magnified photos and cool facts help you figure out why these creatures are so important.

Jasper the Jerboa Jumps for Joy is the second of a series of nine character traits: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Reaching out to entertain a young audience with jumping jerboas to clumsy giraffes, your child will also grow to admire and understand good examples of behavior. Not only will this series stretch the boundaries of imagination, but will help in the formative years to build a strong foundation for a healthy future.

Leonard the Lion Learns Lessons on Love is the first of a series of nine character traits: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control. Reaching out to entertain a young audience with jumping jerboas to clumsy giraffes, your child will also grow to admire and understand good examples of behavior. Not only will this series stretch theboundaries of imagination, but will help in the formative years to build a strong foundation for a healthy future.Look for these other books in the series:Jasper the Jerboa Jumps For JoyPeppi the Penguin Plans to Pursue PeacePatty the Panda Ponders PatienceKimani the Kangaroo Keeps the Key to KindnessGabby the Goose Gets a Glimpse of GoodnessFranny the Frog Figures Out FaithfulnessGiotto the Giraffe Generally is GentleSandy the Sawfish Seeks Self Control

"QUICK: Name the most powerful and complex supercomputer ever built. Give up? Here''s a hint: It''s housed in your head and it''s the one thing that makes you YOU. Your brain is mission control for the rest of your body and steers you through life. Not bad for something the size of a softball that looks like a wrinkled gray sponge! In this fascinating, interactive book -- a companion to the National Geographic Channel hit show - kids explore the parts of the brain and how it all works, brainy news nuggets from a neuroscientist, plus fun facts and crazy challenges"--

Animals use camouflage to help them stay safe and find food. Can you find the animals hiding in their environment?

Gabby the Goose Gets a Glimpse of Goodnessis the sixth of a series of nine character traits: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Reaching out to entertain a young audience with jumping jerboas to clumsy giraffes, your child will also grow to admire and understand good examples of behavior. Not only will this series stretch the boundaries of imagination, but will help in the formative years to build a strong foundation for a healthy future.

They fix spacecraft, dance, tell jokes, and even clean your carpet! From the tiniest robo-bees to gigantic factory machines, robotics is all around you. This technology isn''t just for science-fiction anymore -- it''s real and more relevant than ever. With stunning visuals and energetic, impactful design, readers won''t stop until they''ve learned everything there is to know about robotics.

Peppi the Penguin Plans to Pursue Peace is the third of a series of nine character traits: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Reaching out to entertain a young audience with jumping jerboas to clumsy giraffes, your child will also grow to admire and understand good examples of behavior. Not only will this series stretch the boundaries of imagination, but will help in the formative years to build a strong foundation for a healthy future.