Matt Doeden – författare

Sportbilar är byggda för att synas och för att kunna köra fort. I den här boken tittar vi på några olika modeller, och får bland annat veta hur snabba de är. I serien Motorfakta presenteras spännande fakta om olika motorsporter på ett lättläst och lockande sätt. Böckerna är genomillustrerade med fartfyllda bilder i färg. Den korta texten består av enkla ord och korta meningar, främst huvudsatser. I böckerna finns innehållsförteckning, faktarutor, ordförklaringar och register som ger läsaren en introduktion till att läsa faktaböcker. Det här är en serie för alla unga motorintresserade, som vill lära sig mer om sin favoritsport - eller bara vill få upp farten i läsningen. Perfekta böcker med korta texter för den som kämpar med läsningen eller för den ovillige läsaren. Matt Doeden är en författare och redaktör från Minnesota, USA. Han har skrivit otaliga barn- och ungdomsböcker om en mängd olika ämnen. Han började som sportjournalist innan han blev författare. BTJ:s recension av Motorfakta - Fyrhjulingar”Meningarna är korta och sättningen gör texten luftig och lättläst. Enstaka glosor förklaras tydligt på samma sida. /…/Det här är en bra lättläst bok från ett ansvarsfullt förlag.” Ulf Hyltén-Cavallius, BTJ-häfte nr 6/2021Boken finns även som e-bok och digital ljudbok.

Where do most hurricanes start? How do people get ready when a hurricane is coming? When do most hurricanes happen? Read this book to discover the answers!

This book examines the history of human energy use as well as the latest energy developments in the United States. It provides the opinions and perpsectives of government and business leaders, activists, and ordinary Americans on both sides of the issue.

This book examines the history of gambling as well as current federal, state, and local laws. It provides opinions and perspectives on both sides of the issue. It also presents the perspectives of people closely involved in gambling, such as professional poker players, compulsive gamblers, and industry members.

Think you know all there is to know about Willie Mays? Well, did you know that:•He once batted .477 in the minor leagues?•He won twelve straight Gold Glove awards?•He was the first African American team captain in major-league history?Willie Mays started his baseball career in the little-known Negro Leagues in 1948. He crossed over to the major leagues with the New York Giants in 1951. During the 1954 World Series, Mays stunned the baseball world with an unbelievable over-the-shoulder catch. That play launched him into superstardom. He stayed with the Giants for more than twenty years, first in New York and then in San Francisco. Along the way, he earned his place in the record books, tallying the fourth-highest home run total in major-league history. Find out how Willie Mays made it to the top of his game and stayed there.

On snowboarder Shaun White''s first run on the halfpipe at the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver, Canada, he set the high score and secured the gold medal. On his second run, which people called a "victory lap," Shaun set an even higher score to destroy the competition. But Shaun is more than a two-time Olympic snowboarding champion. He''s also a world-class skateboarder. As the first person to compete in both the Summer and Winter X Games, Shaun is the biggest star in two sports. Learn more about his high-flying skills and unique personality.

As USA TODAY, The Nation''s No. 1 Newspaper, puts it, Johnny Depp "clearly has a blast transforming his handsome self into some strange cinematic characters." Depp''s career took off in 1987 when he signed up to play a cop on the television series 21 Jump Street. His good looks earned him plenty of attention—and plenty of money. But Depp had no interest in being a TV star or a teen idol. He wanted interesting roles in challenging films. He disappeared into the title roles in Edward Scissorhands, What''s Eating Gilbert Grape, Donnie Brasco, and Ed Wood. Then in 2003, a new Depp character introduced the actor to a new generation of moviegoers. He became Captain Jack Sparrow—the gold-toothed, swaggering, and completely untrustworthy leader of the Pirates of the Caribbean. In his third decade as an actor, Depp is respected by critics and popular with a wide range of fans. He''s at the top of his career—and still having a blast.

As quarterback of the New England Patriots, Tom Brady is the most important player on the NFL’s best team. As USA TODAY, the Nation’s No. 1 Newspaper, puts it, “Facts are facts. In winning three Super Bowls from 2001-04, among numerous other shining accomplishments, New England secured its place as the NFL''s Franchise of the Decade.” With three Super Bowl rings and a rich contract, Tom is on top of the world. But most people didn’t expect Tom to be a big success in the NFL. Playing college football for the University of Michigan Wolverines, Tom sat on the bench until his junior year. After college Tom was taken by the Patriots in the 2000 NFL Draft—in the sixth round (199th overall). Expectations were low, but it didn’t take Tom long to show that he was not just good enough to be in the NFL, he was good enough to be one of the NFL’s best. Tom Brady went from a kid with an uncertain football future to one of the most celebrated quarterbacks in NFL history.

On April 29, 2011, the whole world watched as Prince William of Wales and Kate Middleton exchanged marriage vows. This royal wedding was one of the most anticipated events in England in recent years. Ever since the couple officially announced their engagement in November 2010, every detail of the wedding has captured headlines around the globe.Why all the excitement? William is second in line to become Britain’s king. William Arthur Philip Louis of Wales is the firstborn child of Charles and Diana, Prince and Princess of Wales. And through marriage to William, Catherine Elizabeth Middleton—known as Kate—turned from a commoner into a princess. If William becomes king one day, Kate will be the Queen Consort.Follow the couple’s royal romance from their first meeting at the University of St. Andrews, through the ups and downs of their relationship, to the romantic wedding ceremony at London’s Westminster Abbey.

Americans are sharply divided on the issue of gun control. Some people believe that inadequate gun laws make the United States a dangerous place. They believe that stricter laws could keep guns away from children, criminals, and people with serious mental illness. Gun-control supporters say that reducing the number of guns in society also reduces the number of gun deaths. Other people strongly disagree. They believe that the shooters—not their guns—are to blame for gun-related deaths. Gun-rights activists argue that most gun owners are law-abiding citizens who actually prevent crime. They point out that existing gun laws strip Americans’ basic rights while failing to keep guns away from dangerous people.Making sense of the gun-control debate involves looking at the facts, studying the statistics, examining the laws, and listening to views on both sides. It also means asking tough questions: • Where do we draw the line between acceptable self-defense and excessive protection?• When should a person have to forfeit his or her gun rights? Is it ever OK for the government to restrict gun rights?• Should Americans be able to own any and all arms? Or should the government control which weapons are allowed?• Do background checks slow the flow of guns to people who shouldn''t have them? Or are they useless invasions of privacy?• How can the government balance individual rights and the safety of society?To answer these questions, this book examines the history of U.S. gun ownership as well as current federal, state, and local laws. It provides the opinions and perspectives of government leaders, historians, activists, and ordinary Americans on both sides of the issue. Supplemented with quotes, anecdotes, and discussions from the pages of USA TODAY, The Nation''s No. 1 Newspaper, this book will broaden your understanding of all sides of the issue and help you form your own opinion, either for or against gun control.

Americans are divided over the future of the U.S. space program. Some say it''s time to send astronauts back to the Moon, as well as to Mars for the first time. They believe that exploring these worlds will lead to all sorts of payoffs, including new scientific knowledge, new sources of energy, and perhaps even future homes for humans. Others strongly disagree. They argue that the dangers and costs of crewed space exploration are too great to be justified. They believe that robots can do a better job of exploring the Moon, Mars, and other parts of space—for much less money and with no risk to human life. Understanding this debate involves looking at the facts and figures and talking to experts on both sides. It also involves some probing questions: • In a time of economic crisis, should the United States be spending billions of dollars on crewed space exploration? • How would science, industry, and human society benefit from crewed missions to the Moon and Mars? • Who should foot the bill—the United States, a consortium of nations, or private business? To answer these questions, this book looks at the costs of crewed missions to Mars and the Moon, as well as the potential payoff; the dangers of space exploration, both physical and psychological; and the potential for human settlement on Mars. We''ll hear a variety opinions—from astronauts, astronomers, U.S. presidents, and NASA officials. Supplemented with quotes, anecdotes, and discussions from the pages of USA TODAY, The Nation''s No. 1 Newspaper, this book will broaden your understanding of the issue and help you form your own opinion, either for or against crewed missions to the Moon and Mars.

As USA TODAY, the Nation''s No. 1 Newspaper, noted, Lady Gaga is an "Overnight sensation who went from a Yonkers [New York] lounge act to, well, a fame monster." The meteoric rise of Stefani Germanotta, aka Lady Gaga, to the top of the pop charts surprised some. But Gaga spent years working, waiting, and honing her craft in the underground New York music scene, until her singles "Just Dance" and "Poker Face" launched her to international fame in 2008. She has developed such a large and loyal fan base that in 2011, Forbes magazine ranked her as No. 1 on their annual Celebrity 100 list of top moneymakers. An outspoken and avid supporter of LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) rights, Gaga values inclusiveness: "To me there is nothing more powerful than one song that you can put on in a room anywhere in the world and somebody gets up and dances." From her sudden rise to the top to her musical integrity and social activism, Lady Gaga has the world under her control. And her orders? Just dance!

Conflict—nobody likes it. And from the hallways of your school to the family dinner table, conflict can be hard to avoid. But conflict doesn''t have to be all bad. If you handle a conflict well, you might even come up with a "win-win" solution, and everyone will walk away happy. Conflict management involves understanding the roots of conflict, opening the lines of communication, and coming up with a solution that everyone can live with. This book explores conflict from all angles. You''ll discover• how the little seed of a misunderstanding can turn into a great big conflict.• conflict resolution strategies, including compromise, negotiation, mediation, and collaboration.• how to be a good communicator, and a great listener, to resolve conflicts—at school, at home, and even online. • basic conflict outcomes, including the magical "win-win." Supplemented with articles and information from USA TODAY, the Nation''s No. 1 Newspaper, Conflict Resolution Smarts delivers solid advice and firsthand stories of real teens managing many of the same conflicts you are. Ready to wise up to conflict management? Read on!

How do submarines sink and float? What do submarines do underwater? Looking at features from the top of the periscope to the end of the torpedo tubes, this book uncovers how and why submarines work miles under the surface of the ocean.

The ground is shaking. A volcano is about the erupt. Hundreds of lives are in danger. But you can help! Navigate through three different stories to discover what is happening below Earth's surface. With dozens of story outcomes, it's up to you to stop a volcanic disaster. The planet needs you. Will YOU CHOOSE to help?

New evidence keeps coming in. A grainy photo appears to show Scotland’s famous Loch Ness monster. A blurry video seems to show a similar beast in an American national park. A report from Africa mentions yet another lake monster. Does this evidence prove that stories about legendary lake monsters around the world are real? It’s up to YOU to find out! With dozens of choices, you can follow the clues to the end. Which path will YOU CHOOSE to discover the truth?

You''re lost amid dangerous, unseen predators after your plane crashes in the Amazon jungle. By parachuting out of the plane, you landed safely, but you are all alone with little food and water. Do you: take off in search of rescue? Build a camp and try to signal rescuers? Head towards where you believe the downed plane and your pilot may have landed? YOU CHOOSE what you''ll do next. The choices you make will either lead you to safety or to doom.

The wilderness is a place of beauty and peace. But it is also filled with fierce predators, poisonous plants, and raging rivers. Will you: try to survive the harsh mountains of Alaska after being abandoned during an outdoor training trip? Struggle to make your way out of the deep forests after becoming lost in Australia’s Blue Mountains? Attempt to find help for your injured brother in Washington’s Cascade Mountains? YOU CHOOSE what you''ll do next. The choices you make will either lead you to safety or to doom.

Win by a nose. Pulling your leg. Turn a blind eye. Have you ever heard these crazy expressions? People use them even when noses, legs, and eyes have nothing to do with whatever they''re discussing! That''s because these sayings are idioms—phrases that mean something different than what the words in them actually say. But don''t let idioms give you a chip on your shoulder! Let''s explore a variety of idioms related to body parts and figure out what people really mean when they use them.

A taste of your own medicine. Rub salt in the wound. Warts and all. Have you ever heard these crazy expressions? People use them even when you don''t have to take any medicine and you don''t have any wounds or warts! That''s because these sentences are idioms—phrases that mean something different than what the words in them actually say. But don''t let idioms be your Achilles'' heel. Let''s explore a variety of idioms related to health and medicine and figure out what people really mean when they use them.

An A for effort. Cracking the books. Putting your nose to the grindstone. Have you ever heard these crazy expressions? People use them even when no one''s really grading you, breaking books in two, or sharpening your nose. That''s because these sayings are idioms—phrases that mean something different than what the words in them actually say. But don''t let idioms make you rack your brain! Let''s explore a variety of school-related idioms and figure out what people really mean when they use them.

The crowd sways to the melodic strumming of a bossa nova guitarist. A vocalist belts out lyrics that blend English and Spanish. Couples dance to salsa''s syncopated rhythms. These are the sounds of Latin music. Before Latin music exploded into the mainstream in the 1990s, it was on the sidelines of American pop. Ritchie Valens fused Latin dance music with rock. Julio Iglesias popularized Latin ballads in the United States. And Gloria Estefan was the first crossover artist. But after Ricky Martin''s "Livin'' La Vida Loca" exploded onto the pop scene in 1999, Latin music took center stage. Follow the evolution of Latin music through the decades. Learn how its distinct sounds and catchy rhythms have been integrated into American pop. Discover how it is used for political expression. And read more about stars such as Victor Jara, Selena, and Shakira.

Safety. In a perfect world, everyone would be safe all the time: in the car, at home, at school, and online. Well, we all know the world''s not perfect. Cars sometimes crash, burglars break into houses, kids get bullied at school, and cyberstalkers and sexual predators prowl the Internet. But that''s no reason to hide in your room and worry. You can stay safe if you use some safety smarts. This book offers nitty-gritty advice on staying safe. You''ll discover: • how to recognize and avoid dangerous places and people. • how to stand your ground against bullies and other bad guys. • how to defend your home, your computer, and your own body from attackers. • where to turn for help if you''re feeling threatened. • where to turn for help after an attack. Supplemented with articles and information from USA TODAY, the Nation''s No. 1 Newspaper, Safety Smarts delivers solid advice and firsthand stories of real teens facing many of the same types of situations you are. Ready to wise up on safety? Read on!

Health. It seems like a simple topic, but keeping up a healthful lifestyle can be challenging. Still, there are easy steps that you can take to make sure you''re living the most healthful life you can. Did you know that just using a smaller plate can help to curb overeating? Or that taking the stairs instead of an escalator or elevator is a great way to build physical activity into your day? This book offers many great tips for leading a more healthful life. You''ll discover • why sleep is so important and what happens when you don''t get enough. • why "fat" isn''t a dirty word; in fact, some fats are good for you! • what drugs, alcohol, and tobacco really do to your body. • how you can stay in shape even if you hate the gym. • why tending to your emotional health is every bit as important as taking care of your body. Supplemented with articles and information from USA TODAY, the Nation''s No. 1 Newspaper, Health Smarts delivers solid advice and firsthand stories of real teens facing many of the same types of situations you are. Ready to wise up on health? Read on!

On October 5, 2011, the news of the death of technology innovator Steve Jobs rocked the world. The failing health of the Apple cofounder and Pixar CEO was no secret. Jobs had given up his role as Apple''s CEO just a few months prior because of his struggle with pancreatic cancer. But his death still drew a huge reaction. From Apple employees and fans to political and business leaders, people honored Jobs''s passing by reflecting on his prolific life that greatly influenced the way technology is used. In 1976, Jobs founded Apple Computer with Steve Wozniak. As the leaders of Apple, they developed concepts—such as navigating by using a mouse to click screen icons—that shaped the way we use and interact with computers. Jobs''s forward-thinking engineering also influenced pop culture, bringing us a music revolution with the iPod, the ultimate communication device with the iPhone, and some of the first computer-animated films through Pixar. Called by some "the da Vinci of our time," Jobs used his innovation and vision to help advance technology like no other. He lived his life following a simple premise: "The only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do."