Solving science mysteries | Manchester City Library

1) Why do airplanes fly?: all about flight

Author

Moore, Rob

Series

Solving science mysteries

Publisher

PowerKids Press

Pub. Date

2010

2) Why do balls bounce?: all about gravity

Author

Moore, Rob

3) Why do diamonds sparkle?: all about Earth's resources

Author

Bethune, Helen

4) Why do glaciers grind?: all about extreme environments

Author

Bethune, Helen

5) Why Do Monkeys Chatter?

Author

Bethune, Helen

Series

Solving science mysteries

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This charming book presents the fascinating world of animal behaviors. Fun fact boxes and activities impart a lasting understanding of relationships and behaviors in the animal kingdom. Readers will delight over details about the venomous snake and the amusing lemur.

6) Why do shadows lengthen?: all about light

Author

Brasch, Nicolas

7) Why do spiders live in webs?: all about animal habitats

Author

Brasch, Nicolas

8) Why Do Stars Twinkle?

Author

McMahon, Michael

Series

Solving science mysteries

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Where does space start? What are the hottest planets? What is a nebula? Answers to these and other questions about Earth and space are found in this dramatic and colorful book.

9) Why Do Volcanoes Erupt?

Author

Brasch, Nicholas

Series

Solving science mysteries

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How are mountains formed? Where do fossils come from? Why do rocks change shape? Readers will learn the answers to these and other questions about earth science in this exciting and informative book.

10) Why Does Electricity Flow?

Author

Moore, Rob

Series

Solving science mysteries

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Science has some interesting mysteries. Children are curious about these mysteries, including what electricity is and how it works. This colorful book shows curious minds why circuit breakers trip, and explains why batteries go flat. Engaging photographs, both in color and black-and-white, and fun activities will make this book a favorite.