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Melting and Freezing - Softcover

Book 38 of 109: Science Readers: Content and Literacy

Perlman Greathouse, Lisa; Greathouse, Lisa

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9781433314193: Melting and Freezing
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1433314193 ISBN 13: 9781433314193
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials, 2010

Synopsis

Melting and Freezing is a 32-page nonfiction science reader that introduces young learners in Grades 2–4 to the physical changes of matter. With clear explanations and engaging visuals, the book explains how solids become liquids and liquids become solids through heat transfer. It supports early science curriculum objectives and inquiry-based learning. Ideal for use in classrooms, libraries, or home reading, this book also includes a glossary and index to build academic vocabulary. • Explains melting and freezing through real-life examples. • Introduces key science terms and physical science concepts. • Features diagrams and images to support visual learning. • Encourages observation and discussion about temperature and change. • 32-page reader aligned to science standards for Grades 2–4.

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About the Author

Lisa Perlman Greathouse started her writing career as a journalist, working for The Associated Press for over a decade. There, she reported on hundreds of stories, from interviewing presidential candidates to covering plane crashes. From there, she joined a communications agency, where she launched a custom publishing division and developed award-winning magazines for major clients.
During her professional writing career, Lisa's deep commitment to public education launched an interest in writing children's books. Over the past 20 years, she has written dozens of titles for Teacher Created Materials, mostly nonfiction readers, with a focus on science and social studies. Among her favorites is a biography about President Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Lisa is a staunch public education advocate who has run for her local school board. She has two adult children and lives in Southern California with her partner.

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Publisher
Teacher Created Materials
Publication date
2010
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1433314193
ISBN 13 
9781433314193
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
32
Rating
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