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33 produkter
Racism and Racial Justice
E-bok, 2020
664 kr
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Now that laws promoting racial equality exist, some people argue that racism as a whole has been eradicated despite evidence to the contrary. Highly publicized racist incidents are generally dismissed as the exception rather than commonplace. Readers discover that this mindset ignores covert or …
American Revolution
E-bok, 2020
649 kr
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The United States was formed by a group of people fighting back against perceived injustices by Great Britain, which the British viewed as justified actions. Both sides of the story of American independence are presented to readers, along with colorful maps, discussion questions, and annotated …
Great Airplane Designs
E-bok, 2022
493 kr
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The Wright brothers are well known for building the first successful airplane. However, they were neither the first nor the last to design an aircraft. Early designs looked very different than the planes we have today, but engineers from 1903 onward have generally tried to improve on the existing …
Great Car Designs
E-bok, 2022
493 kr
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Car manufacturers have learned to be versatile over the years. Some cars are designed for safety and comfort. Others are designed for speed. Car enthusiasts can spend hours hotly debating the best designs. Environmental concerns also affect a car’s design, especially when it comes to the engine. …
Great Ship Designs
E-bok, 2022
493 kr
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People have been using ships to sail the world’s oceans for thousands of years, but after the Industrial Revolution, they were able to make ships much bigger and faster. Today, cargo ships carry goods all around the world, cruise ships sail international waters at a leisurely pace, and military …
Great Spaceship Designs
E-bok, 2022
493 kr
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Launching a spaceship, monitoring it in orbit, and bringing it back down to Earth—and doing it all while keeping the crew safe—is a huge undertaking. Engineers and physicists have to carefully design each component. For example, a space shuttle has a blunt nose because this helps keep the worst of …
Great Train Designs
E-bok, 2022
493 kr
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Trains have been a crucial part of the world’s transportation infrastructure since the 1800s. They made travel so much easier, faster, and cheaper that vacations, which had previously been accessible only to the very wealthy, suddenly became feasible for lower-class families. Although cars and …
Great Bridge Designs
E-bok, 2022
493 kr
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Humans have been building bridges for centuries. They have opened up new areas to exploration and commerce. Although the basic function of bridges has not changed, the materials and methods of construction have undergone amazing transformations over the years. These continue to advance, which will …
Artificial Intelligence and Smart Technology
E-bok, 2022
462 kr
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Thermostats that adjust themselves, refrigerators that notify their owners when the food inside them is about to expire, a robotic assistant that can set alarms and answer almost any question—all of these things would have seemed impossible only a few decades ago. However, thanks to rapidly …
Should Kids Get an Allowance?
E-bok, 2019
383 kr
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Both kids and adults often have strong feelings about children being given an allowance. Before young people take a side, it''s important for them to learn the basic arguments and facts on both sides of this debate. They''re able to do this with the help of balanced text that carefully presents …
What Are Trade Wars?
E-bok, 2019
391 kr
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Trade wars affect everyone from world leaders to young people shopping at the mall. Because of this, it''s important for people to have a basic understanding of why trade wars happen and how ordinary citizens can deal with their effects. Readers develop this understanding as they explore this …
What's Social Media?
E-bok, 2022
391 kr
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Social media has undeniably changed the world. While people disagree about whether this change is mostly good or mostly bad, it’s clear that it will continue to influence our lives. This is why it’s imperative to give children an introduction to this new, influential form of social connection long …
Steve Jobs
Computer Visionary
Av Barbara Sheen, Sophie Washburne
E-bok, 2016
612 kr
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Steve Jobs is a controversial figure who is regarded with awe by some and disgust by others, but he inarguably changed the faces of technology and entertainment with his involvement in Apple and Pixar. This volume presents both sides of the debate, citing Jobs''s proponents and detractors, allowing …
African American Inventors: Overcoming Challenges to Change America
Inbunden, 2017
796 kr
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African American Inventors
Overcoming Challenges to Change America
E-bok, 2017
612 kr
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Many of the products we use every day were invented by African Americans, although these inventors unfortunately have not often been given credit for their contributions. Readers will take a fascinating look at the black men and women who have helped shape the world as we know it today with their …
Clues in Corpses
A Closer Look at Body Farms
E-bok, 2017
627 kr
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When human remains are found at a crime scene, forensic anthropologists examine them to determine the time and cause of death, as well as the identity of the victim. How do they know the answers to these questions? Body farms are facilities where specialists can study the ways bodies decompose …
Ellen DeGeneres
Groundbreaking Television Star
E-bok, 2018
612 kr
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Beloved comedian and daytime talk show host Ellen DeGeneres has received much recognition for her work, including numerous Emmy and People''s Choice awards. Her groundbreaking choice to be open about her sexuality at a time when being gay was widely condemned and her LGBT+ advocacy work since then …
Alternative Energy Sources
The End of Fossil Fuels?
E-bok, 2018
599 kr
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Climate change and sustainability are important topics in the 21st century. Scientists have long warned that using fossil fuels to heat homes, power vehicles, and keep appliances running has negative effects on the environment, but there are many economic and social issues to consider when …
Opossums in the Forest
E-bok, 2022
354 kr
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When opossums’ habitats are threatened and they move into urban areas, they pose a high risk of disease transmission to humans. This has given them a bad reputation. However, left alone in the forest, opossums make up a vital part of the ecosystem. One way they help humans is by eating large …
Porcupines in the Forest
E-bok, 2022
362 kr
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Despite the fearsome appearance their many quills give them, porcupines tend to be gentle animals that are only aggressive when cornered. In captivity, they often show affection toward humans and want to be petted. In their natural habitat, they are an important part of the forest ecosystem. This …
