{"product_id":"earth-one-of-a-kind-planet-9781619309845","title":"Earth: One-Of-A-Kind Planet","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eA nonfiction picture book for ages 5 to 8 that explores the place we all call home--planet Earth  Learn how Earth was made, why there's life here, and how climate change is affecting everything.\u003c\/strong\u003e Earth is our home, but do we really know about this planet? Quite a lot  We know how the Earth came to be the planet we live on, how oxygen made it possible for life to develop, and how the climate is changing in ways that affect everyone and everything. In \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEarth: One-of-a-Kind Planet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, the narrator, who just happens to be the Universe, explains where Earth is located in the solar system and why, how Earth is able to support life, how life evolved on Earth, and more. Universe uses a friendly, relatable tone to engage young readers and explain complex science content in ways kids can understand and relate to. And the alien commentators are hilarious for both kids and adults   Vivid illustrations, text-to-self connections, fun facts, and a hands-on science activity all provide foundational learning opportunities to explore planet Earth. A poem at the beginning encourages language arts connections. Perfect as a read aloud or for beginner readers, with a glossary to support language development. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEarth: One-of-a-Kind Planet \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eis part of a set of four books in the Picture Book Science series that explore our incredible solar system. Other titles in this series include \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eStars: A Gazillion Suns\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e;\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSun: Shining Star of the Solar System\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e; and\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMoon: Small but Mighty Neighbor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes layered text and back matter that encourage more in-depth discovery\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003ePromotes a sense of awe and wonder at earth and space sciences\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eUses humor to engage children's attention\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003ePromotes cross-curriculum learning through poetry\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes a hands-on, science-minded project to help support and reinforce deeper learning\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cli\u003eMeets Next Generation Science Standards in Earth's Place in the Universe and Space Systems: Patterns and Cycles for grades K through 3. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e About the \u003cb\u003ePicture Book Science \u003c\/b\u003eseries and Nomad Press Nomad Press books in the \u003cb\u003ePicture Book Science\u003c\/b\u003e series present real-world examples of science topics kids find fascinating  These nonfiction picture books consist of engaging narratives paired with detailed, accurate illustrations and layered text that offers ample opportunity for discussion and reflection. Elementary-aged children are equipped to recognize basic science concepts and identify the different ways they are demonstrated in real life, while being impressed with the idea that science is a constant part of our lives and not limited to classrooms and laboratories. All books are leveled for Guided Reading level and Lexile and align with Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards.  All titles are available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Nomad Press (VT)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/15\/2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781619309845\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32","brand":"Laura Perdew","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":38471742226613,"sku":"9781619309845","price":8.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/products\/img_64374b71-e812-488d-b5af-705f445e4dfd.jpg?v=1612931823","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/earth-one-of-a-kind-planet-9781619309845","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}