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Today, everyone is familiar with Neil Armstrong's famous words as he first set foot on the moon: "one small step for man; one giant leap for mankind." But America's journey to the moon was anything but simple. In 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the world's first satellite, into orbit; later that year, America's first attempt was such a failure that the media nicknamed it "Kaputnik." Still, we didn't give up. With each failure, we gleaned valuable information about what went wrong, and how to avoid it in the future. So we tried again. And again. And each time we failed, we failed a little bit better.

Learn about Weather and Chemistry! Weather: Songs that teach about meteorologists, lightning, thunder, clouds, temperature, wind and more! Chemistry: Songs that teach the young chemist about atoms, molecules, compounds, mixtures and more!

Learn about the theory of Evolution with iMindsJNR audio learning series for younger minds. Evolution is a theory which explains how life on earth developed. At its heart, it proposes that all species, including human beings, are formed by way of a gradual process of mutation from other species. According to this theory, humans are related to gorillas and reptiles because they share common ancestors.

Wer sich mit Einstein in einen Fahrstuhl begibt, lernt nicht nur den berühmtesten Physiker aller Zeiten kennen, sondern erlebt auch ungeahnte Abenteuer: Angenommen, das Seil des Fahrstuhls reißt. Dann zeigt eine Waage, auf der beide vielleicht stehen, nichts mehr an! Können sie dann überhaupt wissen, dass sie wirklich nach unten fallen und nicht etwa schwerelos im All schweben? Mit Experimenten und Versuchen zum Ausprobieren werden die Hörer anschaulich in die Grundlagen der Mechanik eingeführt.

Explore the fascinating world of robots. With fun facts and engaging discussion topics, this short audiobook provides an inspiring look at this exciting technology.

In the 1920s cotton buyer Earle Dickson worked for Johnson & Johnson and had a klutzy wife who often cut herself. The son of a doctor, Earle set out to create an easier way for her to bandage her injuries. Band-Aids were born, but Earle's bosses at the pharmaceutical giant weren't convinced, and it wasn't until the Boy Scouts of America tested Earle's prototype that this ubiquitous household staple was made available to the public.

The circulatory system is made up of the heart, the blood, and strong tubes called blood vessels. But what does the circulatory system do? And how do its parts work together to keep your body healthy? Explore the circulatory system in this engaging and informative audiobook.

Could there be other planets in the universe similar to those in our solar system? Yes! Scientists have discovered worlds circling distant stars. They call these objects exoplanets. In this book, you'll learn how scientists detect these faraway worlds. As part of the Searchlight Books™ collection, this series explores outer space and sheds light on the question: what's amazing about space?

Carefully leveled text engages young listeners in learning about jellyfish. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions help build nonfiction learning skills.

Hawaiian locals and visitors always enjoy spotting endangered Hawaiian monk seals, but Honey Girl is an extra special case. She has raised seven pups, and scientists call her "Super Mom". After Honey Girl is injured by a fishhook, she gets very sick. Scientists and veterinarians work to save Honey Girl so she can be released back to the ocean. This true story will have listeners captivated to learn more about this endangered species.

Komm mit auf eine außergewöhnliche Expedition. Dieser Atlas zeigt dir die 100 geheimnisvollsten Orte der Welt: Erkunde das "Tor zur Hölle" in Turkmenistan, den Quallensee in Mikronesien und die immerwährenden Gewitter in einer Bucht in Venezuela! Folge Millionen Jahre alten Dino-Spuren in Bolivien und lerne japanische Mönche kennen, die sich selbst mumifizieren. Lausche singenden Sanddünen in der Wüste Gobi und staune über riesige, von Menschen gemachte Zeichnungen in der Nazca-Wüste. Die sind so groß, dass man sie nur von einem Flugzeug aus überschauen kann.

Robert Miller and Ernest Fawbush coined the term "Tornado Alley" after studying the pattern of tornadoes that occurred around Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. They determined that the highest number of tornadoes in the United States took place across states such as Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska. In this exciting new book, readers will learn about the history of Tornado Alley, other weather phenomena in the area, and what you can do when there is a tornado headed your way.

For millions of individuals across the world, playing Minecraft is a daily activity. However, for those not as familiar with Minecraft, the whole concept can be confusing - especially when you are just learning to play. The following is an A to Z guide of all things Minecraft. It introduces you to many different elements of the game, such as worlds, characters, tools, and more. If you have decided that it is time to start playing Minecraft, this is perfect manual to get you started.

¿Por qué los planetas son redondos? ¿Por qué titilan las estrellas? ¿Por qué me sigue la Luna cuando camino? ¿Por qué Marte se ve rojo? ¿Por qué la Vía Láctea se llama así? Son algunas de las interrogantes sobre el espacio que serán abordadas con un toque de humor y cotidianeidad.

Learn about the history of the Printing Press with iMindsJNR audio-learning series for younger minds.

Alongside the invention of the wheel, electric light and the internet, the invention of the printing press was one of history’s great, transformative moments.

Writing in a simple, yet highly entertaining way with witty rhymes that teach about the benefits of colorful fruits and vegetables, author Breon Williams manages to convey the importance of a healthy lifestyle in a way any child would love. Eat More Colors is a wonderful, educational audiobook that you can enjoy even with your toddler, teaching them about various shapes, different colors, fruits, vegetables, and more! 

Charles Darwin first visited the Galápagos Islands almost 200 years ago, only to discover a land filled with plants and animals that could not be found anywhere else on Earth. How did they come to inhabit the islands? How long will they remain? Thoroughly researched, this historical and scientific book tells the epic saga of the life of an island - its birth in fire, its rise to greatness, its decline, and, finally, the emergence of life on new islands.

Water is essential to life on our planet. Water is constantly moving between Earth's surface, the air, and the ground. But did you know that water cannot be created or destroyed? Or that water is not only a liquid but also a solid and a gas? Learn about the water cycle in this fascinating book.

Indigenous women have always worked tirelessly to protect our water—keeping it pure and clean for the generations to come. Yet there was a time when their voices and teachings were nearly drowned out, leaving entire communities and environments in danger and without clean water. But then came Grandma Josephine and her great-niece, Autumn Peltier. This stunning audiobook from New York Times-bestselling author Carole Lindstrom gives voice to the water and asks young listeners to join the tidal wave of change.

Curious listeners want to know how things work. Easy-to-understand explanations explain how water gets to and from our homes and describes the role of the community workers who make it all possible.