author results for Simon, Seymour

Butterflies

Simon, Seymour — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon invites readers to explore the world of butterflies and moths with fascinating facts and stunning full-color photographs. Learn where to find butterflies and moths, how to observe them in nature, and how to plant your very own butterfly garden!

Elephants

Simon, Seymour — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

From their ancient relatives, woolly mammoths and mastodons, to their amazingly versatile trunks and strong ivory tusks, elephants are some of the most fascinating animals on Earth. Join award-winning science writer Seymour Simon as he investigates the many characteristics and behaviors of elephants and, with stunning full-color photographs, learn all about the largest land animals in the world!

Horses

Simon, Seymour — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

From stallions and mares, to Clydesdale's and Palominos, this is sure to be a hit with horse-lovers and animal-lovers everywhere!

Frogs

Simon, Seymour — Sat, 31 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Details the life cycles of frogs and toads while introducing different species that can be found around the world.

Wildfires

Simon, Seymour — Sun, 31 Jan 2016 00:00:00 GMT

A raging wildfire can be a major disaster, costing lives and destroying homes. But fires in nature can help as well as harm, clearing forests of dead trees and allowing young plants to grow. Breathtaking photos highlight this surprising look at fire's part in maintaining the balance of nature. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice for homeschooling and classroom units on natural disasters, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.
This updated edition includes:
• Author's note
• Stunning full-color photographs
• Glossary
• Index
• Websites and additional reading sources
• Series thumbnails on back cover

Supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards

Coral Reefs

Simon, Seymour — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

An introduction to the ecology and wildlife of coral reefs and islands.

Tropical Rainforests

Simon, Seymour — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Discusses some of the myriad animals and insects that inhabit tropical rainforests.

Seymour Simon's Book of Trains

Simon, Seymour — Thu, 31 Jan 2002 00:00:00 GMT

Simon Seymour's exploration of different trains and their uses.

Now You See It, Now You Don't

Simon, Seymour — Sat, 31 Jan 1998 00:00:00 GMT

Bones

Simon, Seymour — Sat, 31 Jan 1998 00:00:00 GMT

Describes the skeletal system and outlines the many important roles that bones play in the healthy functioning of the human body.

Tornadoes

Simon, Seymour — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

With winds that can reach speeds of three hundred miles an hour and funnel clouds that can measure a mile in diameter, tornadoes leave enormous damage in their wake. Now Seymour Simon examines these twisting columns of air and destruction. Simon explains how tornadoes are formed, why and when they are most likely to occur, how scientists classify and track them -- and what to do if one touches down. Full-color photographs show this powerful phenomenon in action.

The Sun

Simon, Seymour — Sat, 31 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Seymour Simon presents a fascinating introduction to the star that is the center of our Solar System. Young readers will love exploring the wonders of the sun, from the constant nuclear explosions at its core to the sea of boiling gases that forms its surface.

Muscles

Simon, Seymour — Mon, 31 Jan 2000 00:00:00 GMT

Describes the nature, work, and kinds of muscles, and explains the effects of exercise and other activities on them.

Elephants

Simon, Seymour — Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Join award-winning science writer Seymour Simon as he investigates the many characteristics and behaviors of one of the world's most beloved animals: the elephant! This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to
share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It's a fun
way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.

From their ancient relatives, woolly mammoths and mastodons, to their amazingly versatile trunks and strong ivory tusks, elephants are some of the most fascinating animals on Earth. They are remarkably intelligent, demonstrate self-awareness, and feel familiar emotions like compassion and grief.

With clear, simple text and stunning full-color photographs, readers will learn all about the largest land animals in the world!

Perfect for young scientists' school reports, this book includes an author's note, a glossary, and an index and supports the Common Core State Standards.

Horses

Simon, Seymour — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT

From award-winning science writer Seymour Simon comes a completely revised and updated edition of Horses, with brand-new full-color photographs. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 6 to 8. It's a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.

Readers will learn how horses came to be domesticated, how to distinguish different breeds, the important roles horses have served throughout history, and more. From stallions and mares and Clydesdales to Palominos, this is sure to be a hit with horse lovers and animal lovers everywhere!

This updated edition includes:

• author's note

• stunning full-color photographs

• glossary

• index

• additional reading sources

Supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards.

The Sun

Simon, Seymour — Sat, 31 Jan 2015 00:00:00 GMT

In this completely updated edition of The Sun featuring beautiful full-color photographs, Seymour Simon presents a fascinating introduction to the star that is the center of our Solar System.

Young readers will love exploring the wonders of the sun, from the constant nuclear explosions at its core to the sea of boiling gases that forms its surface.

Seymour Simon knows how to explain science to kids and make it fun. He was a teacher for more than twenty years, has written more than 250 books, and has won multiple awards.

This book includes an author's note, glossary, and index and supports the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards.

This stunning introduction to astronomy for kids explores:

Our Place in the Universe: Learn why the sun is the center of our Solar System and how it holds all the planets, from Earth to Pluto, in its orbit.

An Endless Explosion: Go deep inside the sun's core to understand the non-stop nuclear explosions that have been burning for five billion years.

Wild Solar Weather: Discover the science behind giant storms like solar flares and sunspots—and how they can even create the beautiful Northern Lights on Earth.

Award-Winning Science Author: Trust the clear, engaging explanations from Seymour Simon, a former teacher who has written over 250 science books for children.

Stunning Space Photography: See our star like never before with incredible, full-color photographs of the sun's surface, atmosphere, and solar eclipses.

Guts

Simon, Seymour — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Readers will learn all about digestion, from the moment you chew your food to when it moves throughout your major organs, such as the stomach and intestines, and how waste is eventually eliminated. Most importantly, explains how something that happens inside everyone, every day, is such an essential part of our human body.

Gorillas

Simon, Seymour — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of various kinds of gorillas.

Hurricanes

Simon, Seymour — Wed, 31 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Discusses where and how hurricanes are formed, the destruction caused by legendary storms, and the precautions to take when a hurricane strikes.

The Brain

Simon, Seymour — Tue, 31 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Describes the various parts of the brain and the nervous system and how they function to enable us to think, feel, move, and remember.

Animals Nobody Loves

Simon, Seymour — Wed, 31 Jan 2001 00:00:00 GMT

Profiles twenty animals considered dangerous or unattractive--such as the bat, the rat, and the grizzly bear--providing color photos and facts about their physical characteristics and their hunting methods.

Crocodiles & Alligators

Simon, Seymour — Wed, 31 Jan 2001 00:00:00 GMT

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of various members of the family of animals known as crocodilians.

Storms

Simon, Seymour — Fri, 31 Jan 1992 00:00:00 GMT

Describes the atmospheric conditions which create thunderstorms, hailstorms, lightning, tornadoes, and hurricanes and how violent weather affects the environment and people.

Snakes

Simon, Seymour — Fri, 31 Jan 1992 00:00:00 GMT

Describes, in text and photographs, the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of snakes.

Destination: Moon

Simon, Seymour — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Celebrates the fiftieth anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission with the story of the space race between the United States and the Soviet Union, including insights about what makes the Moon so fascinating to humankind.