Combining engaging storytelling with STEM concepts, this nonfiction picture book series is designed for young readers aged 4 to 6. Created by Nate Ball, an Emmy Award-winning host, it offers a fun and educational approach to learning, making it ideal for homeschooling. The book serves as both a reading resource and a supplement to activity books, encouraging curiosity and exploration in science through vibrant illustrations and engaging narratives.
The story follows Zack McGee, whose life takes a wild turn after an alien named Amp crashes into his home. During a family camping trip that goes awry, Zack must rely on Amp's unique alien scouting abilities to navigate the challenges of the wilderness and find their way back to civilization. This adventure blends humor and friendship as the duo faces unexpected obstacles together.
Zack McGee's life takes a chaotic turn when an alien scout named Amp crash-lands in his room. As Amp's commander, Ohm, arrives to retrieve him, tensions escalate into a fierce confrontation. Zack must navigate the ensuing chaos in his bedroom, as Amp tries to resolve the conflict and prevent a larger disaster. The story blends humor and adventure, highlighting themes of friendship and the challenges of intergalactic misunderstandings.
Bill Nye the Science Guy meets the Magic School Bus in this new STEM-based picture book series from the Emmy Award-winning host of PBS's Design Squad and Design Squad Nation, Nate Ball. Ever head to the museum and wish you could go back in time to see how big dinosaurs really were?
Combining educational entertainment with engaging storytelling, this STEM-based picture book series features Nate Ball, the Emmy Award-winning host of PBS's Design Squad. Aimed at children ages 4 to 6, it serves as an excellent resource for homeschooling, promoting reading skills while introducing scientific concepts. The book is designed to be both enjoyable and informative, making it a perfect supplement to children's activity books.
Join Nate Ball and his team of curious scientists as they embark on an exciting journey through the water cycle, shrinking down to explore the processes of precipitation and evaporation. This engaging adventure offers a unique perspective on where water comes from and its journey through nature, making it a fun and educational experience for young readers. Perfect for those eager to learn about the science behind weather phenomena, this book combines adventure with informative insights.
Bill Nye the Science Guy meets The Magic School Bus! This is the second book in a new STEM-based picture book series from the Emmy Award-winning host of PBS’s Design Squad and Design Squad Nation, Nate Ball. With a lively cast of characters and vibrant illustrations by Wes Hargis, it's an adventure in learning! Ever look up at the sky and wonder how many planets there are? Or want to know how many Earths could fit within the Sun? Take a ride 3.6 billion miles away to answer these questions and more while exploring the solar system with Nate and his team of adventurous scientists! Walk on the moon, fly with a satellite, gaze at comets, and discover why Pluto isn’t a planet anymore.
2015-2016 Florida Sunshine State Young Readers Award Winner! With engaging illustrations on every spread, a page-turning plot, a do-it-yourself experiment on building your own rocket, and fun science facts throughout, this is the perfect chapter book for young readers! And it’s all from the amazing brain of MIT graduate Nate Ball, host of PBS’s Emmy Award-winning Design Squad series. When a four-inch-tall alien crash-lands through Zack McGee's bedroom window, Zack is sure he's about to become the first victim in a new War of the Worlds. But when the alien turns out to have weapons that are more ticklish than terrifying, Zack realizes that rather than protect the world from the alien, it's up to him to protect the alien in his pocket from the world. The adventure begins in this thrilling new chapter book series, complete with a do-it-yourself science experiment!
