Jeff Barger

Describes how to build a own tiny garden in a glass container.

Start your engines using a cereal box and other household items. In this Makerspace title, learn how to make cars and trucks from common items around the house.

In Simple Machines: Wedge, young learners in grades 1–3 will explore what a wedge is and how it is useful. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1–3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much easier. Featuring before- and...

Who uses special tools and gear, fights smoke and flames, and helps people in emergencies? A firefighter! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, readers in kindergarten to grade 2 will learn how firefighters contribute to the well-being of a community. This collection introduces young readers to a variety of community helpers. Using kid-friendly language, students will learn about what these...

Who stocks shelves with food, helps customers find what they need, and hands out tasty samples? A grocer! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, readers in kindergarten to grade 2 will learn how grocers contribute to the well-being of a community. This collection introduces young readers to a variety of community helpers. Using kid-friendly language, students will learn about what these helpers...

In Simple Machines: Lever, young learners in grades 1–3 will explore how levers give us the lift we need. From scissors to wheelbarrows, this 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1–3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks much...

Who listens to your pet's heart, takes X-rays, and cares for animals large and small? A veterinarian! Find out how these helpers make your community a better place. Through vivid photos and examples, readers in kindergarten to grade 2 will learn how veterinarians contribute to the well-being of a community. This collection introduces young readers to a variety of community helpers. Using kid-friendly language, students will learn about what these...

In Simple Machines: Wheel and Axle, young learners in grades 1–3 will explore why the wheel and axle might just be the MVP of simple machines. This 24-page title uses real-world examples of simple machine mechanisms and explains how these feats of engineering can make daily work less difficult to complete. The Simple Machines series for grades 1–3 explains how basic mechanical devices, that are used for applying a force, can help make daily tasks...

Dropping in on Washington, D.C., is like landing in the best social studies and science classes ever. Miles of monuments and museums tell the story of America and inspire people to learn about and make history. And if that's not enough, there's corpse flowers, diamonds, and moon rocks you can touch. Hope in our hot-air balloon and take a trip to explore Washington, D.C., with the gang!