Rourke Educational Media: 501 books

A scientific look at how rainbows are formed, why we can only see part of them, and how your location determines if you see one or not.

A scientific look at the natural processes that create waterfalls, and where they are likely to form.

A scientific look at how clouds are formed, why there are different types, and what you can tell about a cloud by looking at it.

A scientific look at how trees grow, why they are important, and how they make other trees.

A look at the engineering processes that go into designing protective clothing for heat and cold resistance.

Scientific and anecdotal information about each of the fifty states' official state flower and the processes used to select it.

Historical and anecdotal information about selected major historic monuments and sites in each of the fifty states.

Learn how it felt to live through the 9-11 attacks and how America changed - for better and worse - in the years that followed. Includes a glossary, websites, and other resources.

Learn about the series of protests and civil actions that made the Civil Rights Era one of change, conflict, and new hope. Includes a glossary, websites, and other resources.

Some are bigger than a school bus. Others are as small as a candy sprinkle. Some make people itch. What are they? Plant leaves! Find out why leaves are a certain shape and size, how they help plants grow, and perform your own experiment to find out just what leaves need to grow.

Ever wonder how plants reach toward the sun? Or how water gets from the roots to the leaves? A plant’s stem is like a highway, transporting water and food where it’s needed. Dig in to discover how stems work to support a plant’s survival.

The continent of Europe is home to countries large and small. Learn about the people, history, geography, and wildlife of the European continent. This title includes a glossary, websites, and fast facts.

Asia is the largest of the world's seven continents and is home to many countries. Learn about the people, history, geography, and wildlife of the Asian countries. Includes glossary, websites, and fast facts.

Mountains, Monsoons, and Mules features 96 pages that are filled with a fun storyline, vocabulary, discussion questions, and more, to engage transitioning readers and strengthen their comprehension skills. Each World Adventure Chapter Book dives into a specific country, and readers tag along...