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Pollution can be found in the ground, water, and air, and it can cause irreversible damage to the planet. This title examines the various kinds of pollution as well as how pollutants can affect the health of species, humans, and ecosystems. It also looks at steps being taken to regulate pollutants entering the environment, ways in which activists have contributed to stopping pollution, and how everyday people can get involved. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to the major types of biomes. Alongside climate, readers will learn about the plants and animals that call each biome home and how they interact with their environment. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Early Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO.

Hot Wheels provides readers with an in-depth look at the Hot Wheels brand, showcasing popular products from throughout its history. Readers will learn about how Hot Wheels products have evolved over time, exploring the history of Hot Wheels cars, accessories, media, and more. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Early Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO.

Can plants read minds? Could rats learn to drive tiny cars? How does being in space affect humans and animals? People throughout history have used experiments to test hypotheses. Some experiments are weirder than others. Weird Experiments explores the methods and results of weird experiments throughout history. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces readers to all kinds of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. The book explores both rare and common types of rock, the process of rock formation, and the many uses of rocks around the globe. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO.

Surveillance is the close observation of a person or a group of people. Governments and organizations surveil people. Surveillance may help find and protect people from threats. But it can also be used to target people. Surveillance explores issues related to surveillance and people's right to privacy. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This book explores body image, including Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), and how it affects people both mentally and physically. It reviews the causes and symptoms of negative body image and BDD, as well as strategies teens can use to seek help and develop positive body image. Features include a glossary, online resources, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

American Life in the 1990s takes a look at the major events that occurred throughout this decade and offers information on the demographics of the United States at the time. Readers will gain an understanding of the politics, conflicts, science, inventions, pop culture, fashion, and sports of the decade, and they will learn about the legacy the 1990s left behind. Features include a glossary, a timeline, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title highlights major destinations within Egypt and the people who shape the nation's culture. Readers will learn about the geography, wildlife, history, people, and economy of Egypt, gaining an understanding of what life looks like in the country today. Features include a glossary, a map, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.