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"We live on planet Earth. It gives us the things we need to survive. When it changes, it affects us all. But humans also affect Earth, and it's changing the planet we call home. It's important that we take care of our planet so it can continue to take care of us."--
3) Gravity
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"If you throw a ball, it will soar through the air and then fall with a thump to the floor--thanks to gravity! Gravity makes life possible for all of us. Without gravity we would all float into space. So next time you do--well, anything--thank gravity."--
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"Dynamite is highly explosive. This is because it's a chemical reaction waiting to happen. Many things go through chemical reactions. When you cook or eat, a chemical reaction takes place. Understanding chemical reactions will not only keep you safe, it will also help reveal the world around you."--
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"When you mix chocolate and milk together you're making a mixture. Oatmeal cookies are mixtures, too. But chocolate milk and cookies are different kinds of mixtures. How many different types of cookies can you think of? You already know more about chemistry than you thought!"--
8) Earth's moon
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"Our moon is magnificent. Sometimes, it appears in the night sky as a massive glowing disk. Other nights, it can't be seen at all. Without the moon, our world would be a different place"--
10) Photosynthesis
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"Have you ever seen a tree at the grocery store buying dinner? Probably not! Plants create their food in a very different way. They make their own food through photosynthesis"--
11) How heat moves
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"When you run, you get hot. When you sit still, you get cold. Heat is always moving in and out of our bodies."--
14) Changing matter
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"We all know the three states of matter: solid, liquid, and gas. But what defines these different states? And what's plasma? What if something is in between states? Is a solquid a real thing? Perhaps there's more to matter than simply being a solid, a liquid, or a gas!"--
15) Electromagnetism
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"Electromagnetism - now that's a big word! But what is it? For starters, it's the force that runs the electronics in your home. Your TV, computers, and even simple light bulbs use electromagnetism. You can't see it, but it's hard at work. It may seem complex, but once you break it down it's simple."--
17) Looking up!
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Look up at the night sky. What do you see? This nonfiction reader introduces students to the subject of scientific observation, and teaches students about the things we use to observe and learn about the world around us. Aligned to state and national standards, the book contains easy-to-read text and nonfiction text features like an index, a glossary, captions, bold font, and detailed images to keep students connected to the text. A hands-on science...
19) Water cycle
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"Every living thing needs water to live. Water is an important part of life. There is water all around us. It moves through the water cycle. It brings water to all parts of the planet."--
20) Shadows
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"Have you seen your shadow today? It follows you around. Shadows can change shapes and sizes. What else has a shadow?"--