People Who Predict

by Diana Noonan

Published 1 January 2008
Explore estimation theory and geophysical predictions by learning about seismologists, volcanologists, and meteorologists! This exciting title showcases the importance of predicting and preparing for disasters in order to save lives. Volcanologists test gases on a volcano to predict eruptions! Meteorologists use Doppler radars to predict tornadoes! These data collectors...Read more

Desastres naturales

by Diana Noonan

Published 1 September 2015
Desastres naturales (Natural Disasters) is an exciting book about how estimations and predictions help save lives in natural disasters. Students will learn critical math concepts as they are engaged in reading about the properties of natural disasters. Practice problems and mathematical diagrams help students reinforce the importance of mathematics....Read more

Investigaciones de animales

by Diana Noonan

Published 1 September 2015
Investigaciones de animales (Animal Investigations) teaches students how to collect data and make predictions about animals that live in the city. Students will develop analytical habits as they are engaged with simple practice problems relating to ecology and mathematics. Used in the classroom or at home, this Spanish text...Read more

Predicciones ecológicas

by Diana Noonan

Published 1 September 2015
Predicciones ecol gicas (Eco-Predictions) tells the tale of two different ecosystems in decline. Students will develop content-area literacy in mathematics, life science, and ecology as they build their reading skills. Used in the classroom or at home, this Spanish resource includes mathematical charts and diagrams to teach students how...Read more

Personas que predicen

by Diana Noonan

Published 1 September 2015
Students will learn about the fields of seismology, volcanology, and meteorology in Personas que predicen (People Who Predict). Used in the classroom or at home, this math reader teaches estimation and includes practice problems, mathematical charts, and diagrams to teach math concepts. This Spanish text includes text features such...Read more

Natural Disasters

by Diana Noonan

Published 10 October 2008
With this engaging book, students will learn about the importance of predicting and estimating in relation to natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and tsunamis. Charts and data are provided so that students can learn how scientists make predictions about upcoming natural disasters and how these predictions can save...Read more

Animal Investigations

by Diana Noonan

Published 10 October 2008
Follow a class field trip to a park where students study and investigate different animals! Data is collected on dragonflies, honeybees, ducks, sparrows, rabbits, and chipmunks, and then predictions are made. Diagrams, charts, tables, and graphs are useful tools for organizing data! With vibrant photos, grade-appropriate text, and informational...Read more

Eco-Predictions

by Diana Noonan

Published 10 October 2008
Two ecosystems are in big trouble, and the help of environmental experts is needed. They will collect and analyze data to protect a stream and a nature reserve that are both in danger. As different data is collected and analyzed, students will learn how elements in nature are interconnected...Read more