Bøker av Elizabeth Rusch

"This concept picture book explores the art, science, and emotion of color, encouraging young readers to see the world differently"--

In this this thrilling entry into The Scientists in the Field series, follow scientists as they search for dangerous asteroids in space, study asteroids that have crashed into the ground, and strive to prevent an asteroid strike if one ever threatens our planet.Asteroids bombard our atmosphere all the time. Some are harmless, burning up in a flash of light. But others explode with a great sonic boom, smashing windows and throwing people to the ground. Worst of all, some asteroids strike our planet, blasting out massive craters and destroying everything nearby on impact.Follow the award-winning author Elizabeth Rusch into the field with scientists as they search for dangerous asteroids in space, study asteroids that have smashed into the ground, and make plans to prevent an asteroid strike if one ever threatens our planet.

"This concept book introduces young children to the role of nothingness and negative space in their world"--

No one ever thought the Pacific Northwest was due for an earthquake, let alone a catastrophic one. But geologists are transforming our understanding of the grave dangers the population in the region of Cascadia face—will there be a big one? And what can be done to save lives? America's Pacific Northwest has relatively few earthquakes—only a handful each year that cause even moderately noticeable shaking. But a couple decades ago, scientists discovered a geological feature running along the coast that in other parts of the world regularly triggers massive earthquakes of 8.0 magnitude and higher. Were there once massive earthquakes in this part of the world? Geologists think there were. Now a small group of scientists are studying things that you might not think have anything to do with earthquakes—marsh soil, ocean sediments, landslide debris, and ghost forests—and they have reason to believe that the Pacific Northwest is likely not as idyllic as it was once assumed. The population is likely in grave danger of a massive earthquake at some point. What can be done? The big one can't be stopped, but scientists are working tirelessly to learn as much as they can to prepare.

Award-winning, marketing savvy, popular author known for science books. Packaging will be attractive, making it a good choice for nature/gift stores and trade. A top "bucket list" item for millions of people across the globe. In Alaska, the number of winter visitors increased 33 percent, according to the Alaska Travel Industry Association, which credits most of that tourism to the aurora. Lexile: 580L. Backmatter: more about the science of auroras.Fountas and Pinnell level: P.

Award-winning, marketing savvy, popular author known for science books. Clever science picture book blends fascinating science facts with humor. Introduces readers to horned mountains, racing stripes, boulder lifting and incredible creatures. Packaging will be fun and attractive, making it a good choice for nature/gift stores and trade in regions with glaciers: AK, CA, CO, ID, MT, OR, WA, WY (and Internationally) and historic iceburg flow zones where moraines are source of tourism: IL, IN, MN, ND, NV, OH, OR, WI. Also saleable at ski resorts (where shopping is popular and many are located on glaciers.) Synopsis: Story of Flo the glacier as she grows, shrinks, and moves to reach the sea eventually. Also shows other animals that live on glaciers. Iceworms in margins supplement the story with earth science facts. Backmatter: more about glaciers, climate change and how we can help, and what iceworms are. Lexile measure 610L. Fountas and Pinnell level: M.

As we enter into an election year where nothing less than the fate of our republic is at stake, this book is an important read for anyone interested in our politics.'Hillary Rodham Clinton All of the challenges facing our democracy today problems with the electoral college, gerrymandering, voter suppression, lack of representation, voter disinterest, citizens who cannot vote, lobbying, moneylead to two questions: why doesnt every vote really count? And what are we going to do about it? Author Elizabeth Rusch examines some of the more problematic aspects of our government but, more importantly, offers ways for young people to fix them.

"Muddy Max takes that eternal struggle between kids and parents---whether to play in or stay out of mud puddles---and turns it into an epic tale full of secrets and superpowers and one very important lesson: Don't eat mud. It's earthworm poop."--Matthew Holm, co-creator of Babymouse and Squish"What happens when genius-writer Elizabeth Rusch and super-artist Mike Lawrence get together? A book you won't be able to put down---or wash off! Not only does Muddy Max ooze adventure, it can also teach all of us something about bravery, science, and earthworm poop."--Bart King, author of The Big Book of Superheroes and The Big Book of Gross StuffMax may be the cleanest middle-school kid in the world--his neat-freak parents make certain of that. But what's behind their mysterious fear of mud? When Max finds himself face-down in a murky puddle, muddy from head to toe, he discovers something amazing: Mud gives him super powers. But there's more going on in Marsh Creek--and in his family--than he could ever imagine. Follow Muddy Max and his friends as they dig through the dirt to solve the mystery of Marsh Creek.

This is a non-fiction picture book illustrated with stunning photography that draws parallels between kids' experiences in primary school and the training days of the avalanche rescue dogs of Crystal Mountain