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115 produkter
Trip Inside a Tornado
E-bok, 2014
402 kr
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Tornadoes are some of the strongest storms on the planet. It isn''t safe to go near them, but what if we could? Readers will dive into the world of wild weather in a special ship that lets them get up close and personal with a tornado. From the cone of silence deep inside the storm to the …
Viaje dentro de un tornado (A Trip Inside a Tornado)
E-bok, 2014
402 kr
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Tornadoes are some of the strongest storms on the planet. It’s not safe to go near them, but what if we could? Readers will dive into the world of wild weather in a special ship that lets them get up close and personal with a tornado. From the cone of silence deep inside the storm to the incredible …
When Hail Hits
E-bok, 2015
410 kr
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Most of the time, hail occurs as tiny pellets not much bigger than gravel or sand. But when the conditions are right, hailstones can be as big as golf balls or even baseballs! They crack car windshields, take down power lines, and even injure people outside when they fall. Readers learn lots of …
Buffalo Soldiers
E-bok, 2015
422 kr
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In the mid-1880s, the first black regiments of the US Army were nicknamed "buffalo soldiers" by Native Americans, a name that stuck. In the nearly 85 years of service that followed, buffalo soldiers served on the western frontier as well as in conflicts in Cuba, the Philippines, and Mexico. These …
Bloodsucking Birds
E-bok, 2015
362 kr
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The long tradition of vampire myths can be scary to a lot of people. But for birds that evolved on the harsh Galapagos Islands, drinking blood is necessary. That doesn’t make vampire finches and hood mockingbirds any less creepy! Readers learn about the healthy treat blood can be for some kinds of …
Bloodsucking Fleas and Ticks
E-bok, 2015
362 kr
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Ticks have been long known to transmit Lyme disease. However, there are more than 800 species of tick, and only two of these carry disease to humans at all! That doesn''t stop tick bites from being a great annoyance, especially considering they''re caused by a tick sucking your blood! Often grouped …
How Cats and Other Animals See at Night
E-bok, 2015
377 kr
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All cats—from mountain lions to housecats—have amazing night vision. Why do they need it, and what adaptations in their eyes make it possible? Readers find the answers to these questions as they explore the science behind cats’ superpowered night vision. They also discover other animals that can …
How Sharks and Other Animals Sense Electricity
E-bok, 2015
377 kr
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Sharks have a kind of sensory superpower called electroreception. This means they can sense electricity in their watery habitats. Other marine animals, such as dolphins, also share this special sense. Readers discover the ways these animals use their ability to sense electricity and the science …
Ancient Aztec Government
E-bok, 2016
417 kr
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How was the ancient Aztec government different from other ancient governments, as well as modern forms of government? The answer to this question and more is waiting for readers to discover as they learn the details of ancient Aztec government. Common social studies curriculum topics, such as …
Ancient Maya Culture
E-bok, 2016
417 kr
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For hundreds of years, archaeologists have unearthed clues about the amazing culture of the ancient Maya. This book brings the culture of this ancient civilization to life. Readers will learn about the ancient Maya economy, technology, rituals and traditions, family systems, politics, and daily …
How Do Canals Work?
E-bok, 2016
417 kr
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Civilizations have long used canals to move water, ships, cargo, and people from one location to another. The first canals were often trenches dug to bring water to crops. Some were dug to connect rivers or other bodies of water. Over the centuries, the techniques, technology, resources, and …
Mayflower Compact
E-bok, 2016
417 kr
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The Mayflower Compact was the first written framework for a government set up in the United States. Readers explore the history of this document through accessible main text, graphic organizers, and sidebars. Historical images, including carefully selected primary sources, allow readers to gain a …
Mexican American Civil Rights Movement
E-bok, 2016
417 kr
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Since the days of westward expansion and the U.S.-Mexican War, people of Mexican descent have faced great discrimination in the United States. This volume introduces readers to the historical background of the Mexican American civil rights movement, as well as its key figures and events. …
Reptile Fossils
E-bok, 2016
408 kr
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Young dinosaur enthusiasts will love this book about reptile fossils! This volume allows readers to explore prehistoric reptiles through detailed photographs of their fossils. Engaging text is supported by sidebars and diagrams to give readers a glimpse into the ancient world. Readers investigate …
El Movimiento por los derechos civiles de los mexicoamericanos (Mexican American Civil Rights Movement)
E-bok, 2016
405 kr
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Since the days of westward expansion and the U.S.-Mexican War, people of Mexican descent have faced great discrimination in the United States. This volume introduces readers to the historical background of the Mexican American civil rights movement, as well as its key figures and events. …
Depression
E-bok, 2020
499 kr
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Teen years are often plagued by low self-esteem, stress, and anxiety. Sometimes these issues can indicate a deeper mental health problem: depression. One in five teens will struggle with depression at some point during their adolescence. Fortunately, help is available. With this valuable guide, …
Teen Pregnancy
E-bok, 2020
499 kr
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In 2017, 194,377 babies were born to American teens who were 15 to 19 years old. Learning that they are pregnant can be life shattering for teenagers. They may feel guilt, shame, panic, and extreme isolation. This unprejudiced, informative guide is designed to shed light on this critical topic and …
Cave Geologists
E-bok, 2015
432 kr
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Caves are some of the creepiest and coolest places on Earth. Brave scientists known as cave geologists venture into their dark depths in order to learn more about these extreme places. Thanks to detailed text and photographs of cave geologists at work, readers can feel like they’re in mysterious …
Melinda Gates
E-bok, 2016
417 kr
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Melinda Gates is known throughout the world for her intelligence, business sense, and philanthropic work. As readers explore facts about Gates’s life, they learn the importance of developing strong values, such as generosity. A biographical timeline, detailed sidebars, and full-color photographs …
El Pacto del Mayflower (Mayflower Compact)
E-bok, 2016
405 kr
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The Mayflower Compact was the first written framework for a government set up in the United States. Readers explore the history of this document through accessible main text, graphic organizers, and sidebars. Historical images, including carefully selected primary sources, allow readers to gain a …
Software Architect
E-bok, 2017
404 kr
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Software architects are in charge of designing and developing the software programs that computers need to operate. In this book, readers will learn more about what software architects do, including where they work, what information they should know, and what skills they should have. STEM concepts …
Nuclear Power Plants
Harnessing the Power of Nuclear Energy
E-bok, 2017
369 kr
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Nuclear power is a sustainable energy source and cleaner alternative to traditional fossil fuels. Like other alternative energy sources, there are pros and cons to using it. Students will learn how nuclear energy is generated and where this power source may take us in the future. STEM topics …
Chasing Extreme Weather
E-bok, 2018
417 kr
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Weather can take a turn for the worse with little to no warning. Following severe or extreme weather patterns has proven to be a great, albeit dangerous, way to study weather conditions. Some people even choose to chase extreme weather out of curiosity alone. This book provides information about …
Steroids and Other Performance-Enhancing Drugs
Av Tamara L. Roleff, Christine Honders
E-bok, 2016
583 kr
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While steroids are medically useful in small, prescribed doses, they are too often abused in sports alongside other performance-enhancing drugs. Young athletes may feel their natural performance is not good enough, so they may turn to these drugs to get ahead. Young athletes are informed about the …
Tracking Serial Killers
How to Catch a Murderer
E-bok, 2017
627 kr
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Tracking serial killers is a difficult job, but the men and women who do it help put brutal murderers in jail. As readers explore gripping main text, detailed photographs, and informative fact boxes and sidebars, they discover how the methods used to track serial killers have changed throughout …
