Sunlight, skyscrapers, and soda-pop
Andrea T. Bennett, James H. Kessler
Introduces scientific discoveries through two imaginary creatures exploring the natural world around them. Includes activities.
Read Time: ~2.4 hr
The shape of change
by Rob Quaden and Alan Ticotsky (2005)
About this book
Contains games and classroom activities that are designed to help students observe and understand how and why things change over time. Lessons are interdisciplinary, making connections among math, science, and social studies.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreThe shape of change Lead Character
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