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135 produkter
135 produkter
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
447 kr
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PDF, Engelska, 2019108 kr
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Did you know that there is a rainforest flower that smells like a dead body? Discover other mind-blowing facts about plants!
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2019108 kr
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Did you know that lightning strikes Earth one hundred times every second? Discover other mind-blowing facts about the weather!
Inbunden, Engelska, 2016
577 kr
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E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2016479 kr
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Evaluating cases of invasive organisms from around the world, Invasive Insects and Diseases provides an overview of invasive species: what makes a species invasive and what problems they cause to the habitats they infiltrate. By analyzing patterns of the Asian Longhorned Beetle infestation in the United States, the plague of Asian Tiger Mosquitos spreading West Nile virus around the world, and many more, students realize how all living things are connected and how they, as humans, impact the environment.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2017645 kr
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The Cold War introduced new military arsenal, weapons of mass destruction. The United States and the Soviet Union invested billions of dollars into the development of sophisticated and destructive weapons. Creating a dangerous military arsenal became another objective. After the Soviet Union detonated its first atomic bomb, the United States tested the first hydrogen bomb. This book examines how nuclear proliferation and the arms race influenced the trajectory of the Cold War.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2017686 kr
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Though George Washington was known more for his accomplishments off the battlefield, he was also a commander in chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution. With maps to accompany descriptions of military campaigns and full color photographs, students will have the opportunity to learn about Washington''s successes and challenges both as a general and as America''s first president.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2017
542 kr
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E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2017426 kr
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The Speaker of the House is a key part of Congress, serving the House of Representatives, their political party, and their constituents all at once. This book explains how the Speaker juggles these responsibilities. The book describes a typical day in the life of the Speaker and includes an easy-to-follow explanation of the relationship between politics and government.
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PDF, Engelska, 2017438 kr
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Over time, the role of the vice president has changed dramatically. This volume demonstrates the increasingly important role that the vice president plays in the executive branch. The book discusses the close relationship between the vice president and president, describes a typical day in the life of the vice president, and includes information about how someone becomes one of the most important people in the country.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2017645 kr
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Today, there are many national parks and reserves in the United States that preserve our country''s beauty and wildlife. This is the story of the United States National Park Service, from its creation by Woodrow Wilson in 1916 to its evolution through the decades, including its counterparts around the world and the legal and political challenges it faces today.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2017
684 kr
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E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2017603 kr
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Lena Dunham is an actress, writer, producer, and director. Known for her HBO series Girls, Dunham is an outspoken feminist who promotes women''s rights through writing and film. Born to artist parents, Dunham uses comedy and drama to address important feminist issues. This book explores the major influences and events in Dunham''s life that led her to become one of the most influential people in the world.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2018522 kr
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On August 6, 1945, the course of world history changed forever with the dropping of an atomic bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima. Over half a century later, countries around the globe are still dealing with the lasting effects of this decision. Some of these are physical reminders of the chaos and destruction. Elsewhere, politicians, diplomats, and ordinary citizens continue to grapple with the issue of nuclear weapons and warfare. Through photographs, stories, and documents, this in-depth exploration of the order to drop the bomb offers a detailed look at the events that kicked off the nuclear age.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2018
559 kr
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E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2018458 kr
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Russia has a long and storied history that has intersected with the United States over and over. In the twenty-first century, Russia has once again entered our headlines and newscasts. As the country gains influence across the globe, learn about the unique culture of this fascinating place, what it feels like to live in the largest country on Earth, what to look for at a Russian bakery, and what it means to travel to the endless steppe. Colorful photographs, fun facts, and detailed maps give readers a well-rounded view.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2018458 kr
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Vietnam is a Southeast Asian country with impressive beaches and busy cities. Ancient history and contemporary cultures blend together to make Vietnam one of the most dynamic and interesting countries in our modern world. Its long-held traditions, recent economic development, and environmental issues are all explored here through detailed photographs, fun facts, and interesting sidebars that will have readers wanting to learn more.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2018
649 kr
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Häftad, Engelska, 2018
367 kr
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PDF, Engelska, 2018542 kr
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Whether you call it "global warming" or "climate change," Earth''s temperatures are going up. Temperatures are rising for several reasons, many of which are caused by human and industrial activity. Rising temperatures mean more than just warmer days and nights. They affect everything on Earth, from weather to living conditions. Rising temperatures have been blamed for more severe storms, rising sea levels, habitat destruction, and disruptions in agriculture. Help your readers learn the truth from the hype, why temperatures are rising, and what people can do about it in this detailed and informative book about one of the twenty-first century''s greatest challenges.
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PDF, Engelska, 2018562 kr
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In the twenty-first century, droughts have become more common and more prolonged in many areas around the world. Among other effects, droughts have a significant impact on the crops that feed us. This book explores the topics of drought and crop failure throughout history and in modern times. Through detailed photographs, sidebars, and Did You Know boxes, it presents a vivid overview of droughts and crop failure around the world, examines the causes of such events, and studies key people and organizations creating new technologies that battle droughts and crop failure. Finally, this book delves into the technologies themselves, exploring their usefulness today and considering how they might be improved upon in the future.
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
367 kr
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PDF, Engelska, 2018562 kr
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As our world becomes more industrialized, with new developing countries, expanding factories, and a growing global population, changes are happening to the air we breathe. In fact, those changes have been taking place over the course of many decades. This book offers an in-depth study of the history of the problem, featuring fast facts on air pollution and solutions for how we might make our air cleaner, healthier, and more breathable for the future.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2018520 kr
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It may be difficult to imagine a world before the internet, especially in our increasingly connected and data-driven society. This book takes readers on a trip back in time, into the earliest days of computer technology, when the internet wasn''t much more than a curious idea that evolved from ARPANET. This book explores challenges faced in the internet''s early years, the invention of the World Wide Web by computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee, impacts both positive and negative on society, and the internet''s effect on humanity today. Through colorful pictures, graphs, and real-world examples and stories, this book traces the timeline of the internet from its first conception to the present, where it pervades our everyday lives.
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PDF, Engelska, 2018502 kr
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In today''s fast-paced society, it seems like information moves at the speed of light. More than just a social networking tool, Twitter has been a transformational platform in the worlds of communication, news, and socializing. From activists in Iran to presidents of the United States, Twitter is now an invaluable medium for sharing information. In this book, readers will be transported into a world that may be hard to imagine, one before Twitter. Colorful photographs, real-world examples, and engaging text come together to give readers the full backstory on one of today''s most popular and impactful communications technologies, its applications and importance in today''s society, and how it has come to change the world, for worse or for better.
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PDF, Engelska, 2018686 kr
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Though carbon dating has only been put into practice since the late 1940s, it has since revolutionized the work of archaeologists around the world. Its profound impact has opened the door for scientists to assign accurate timeline data to found objects, enabling them to ask even deeper questions about their work and how it relates to discoveries from across the globe. Through a close examination of the fundamental principles of physics involved in radiocarbon dating, as well as color photographs and sidebars, this book transforms a complicated science into an accessible, engaging, and eye-opening ride, page after page.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2018
681 kr
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E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2019686 kr
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As one of America''s first "celebrities," Benjamin Franklin was immensely popular in his time and remains so today. This Founding Father was a diplomat, inventor, traveler, civic leader, librarian, author, and the list goes on. This compelling biography opens the door to Benjamin Franklin''s more unknown side, highlighting not only his professional accomplishments but also diving into stories from his multifaceted life. Quotes, colorful pictures, and fun facts round out this high-energy book that gives readers the inside scoop on one of America''s favorite thinkers, dreamers, and doers.
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PDF, Engelska, 2019541 kr
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In the twenty-first century, students, recent graduates, and job seekers can find nearly limitless opportunities when it comes to jobs in tech, especially coding. Careers in coding are a perfect fit for those who want to flex their creative muscles, solve problems, and work with the latest technologies. Despite its long history, the manufacturing industry has advanced in recent years and is now in need of a workforce that is familiar with computers, robots, and coding languages. This book dives into the history of coding, the challenges and opportunities present in the manufacturing sector, and the outlook for coding careers in manufacturing in the future.
E-bok
PDF, Engelska, 2019438 kr
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Without the sun, we wouldn''t have bountiful harvests, beautiful flowers, or green forests. The relationship between the sun and plants is complex, fascinating, and altogether necessary for life on Earth. Through colorful photographs, easy-to-follow diagrams, fun facts, and standards-based activities, this book gives readers an inside look at photosynthesis, sun plants versus shade plants, seasons, and so much more. The narrative takes young learners on a journey through a day in the life of a plant and helps readers predict how clouds, the sun, and seasonal weather will affect the trees, flowers, crops, and lawns that they encounter in their own lives.