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Getting to know the world's greatest inventors & scientists.
Meet renowned physicist Stephen Hawking!
Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors and Scientists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the work and contributions of renowned scientists and inventors, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers.This book presents the life and work of the British physicist who overcame the challenges of ALS to become one of the foremost scientists of the twentieth century.
Getting to know the world's greatest inventors & scientists.
Meet Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak. Geek heroes who put the Personal in Computerss.
Getting to Know the World's Greatest Inventors and Scientists series combines a delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations that bring to life the work and contributions of renowned scientists and inventors, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual information for readers
In 2014, an outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus in West Africa made headlines around the world.
Because the disease spreads easily and has no known cure, many people were terrified that it would spread throughout the world. Readers (Grades 3-5) will learn how the outbreak began and how Ebola spreads from person to person. They will also explore earlier Ebola outbreaks and find out what scientists and doctors are doing to fight against the illness today.
About 12.5 percent of all deaths in the world are caused by cancer, making it deadlier than AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria combined.
Readers will discover how this common, yet deadly disease is diagnosed and treated. They will also learn how different kinds of cancer affect the body differently and why some types are deadlier than others.
Learn how people with allergies avoid hidden everyday allergens and get a sneak peak at the new allergies treatments doctors are preparing for the future.
How common are allergies?
Around 8% of all children in the United States suffer from allergic reactions.
Eating peanut butter, petting a friendly dog, or sniffing a colorful flower are perfectly harmless activities for most people. However, for allergy sufferers, these can all be life-threatening experiences. Readers will find out why some people have allergies and others don't, how allergies are diagnosed and treated, and which substances are the most common allergens.
While many types of flu are easily treated, others can be extremely dangerous.
What happened in the 1900s when the flu spread around the world?
Inside you'll find:
* Why some versions of the flu are more dangerous than others;
* A timeline, photos - and what you can do to avoid catching the flu;
* Surprising TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you!
Influenza, more commonly called the flu, is a contagious virus that targets the nose, throat, and lungs. Readers will discover how the flu is spread and how the body works to fight infection. They will also learn why it is important to protect against the flu using vaccines and why some types of flu deadlier than others.
Learn how to choose healthy foods that taste good and why home cooking is an important part of being healthy.
Eating the right foods is a big part of staying healthy. However, it's not always easy to figure out just what the right foods are. Readers (Grades 3-5) will learn about the history of nutrition science and discover what roles different nutrients play in the body.
Before a doctor can treat a patient, she needs to know what is causing the problem. However, it is not always easy to tell what kind of sickness is affecting someone. Readers will find out how animals can be put to work diagnosing some of the trickiest diseases, from dogs who sniff out cancer to mice who can detect bird flu. They will also learn how scientists are working to reproduce these animals" abilities with advanced electronic devices.
Many of the world's most dangerous illnesses are caused by tiny living things called bacteria.
Bacterial sicknesses once killed countless people. However, thanks to drugs called antibiotics, many types of deadly bacteria are no longer a major problem. Readers will find out how scientists first began studying bacteria, how they created the earliest antibiotics, and how bacteria and antibiotics could change in the future.
Genes are the blueprints for all life. When scientists first began altering genes to change the traits of living things, they unlocked an entirely new branch of science: genetics. Readers will get an overview of the science behind genetics and find out how genetics have changed our world. They will also meet some of the biggest innovators in genetics history and find out where the field is heading next.
Learn about big cats species that have already gone extinct and how big cats live in the wild.
From snow leopards to tigers, almost all of the world's big cat species are in danger of dying out. These fierce predators live all over the world in many different habitats and play an important role in their local ecosystems. Readers will discover how human activities are harming the cats and what can be done to save them.
Learn about the history of human-rhino interactions and find out what people are doing to save these animals from extinction.
With their enormous size and distinctive horns, rhinoceroses are immediately recognizable. Unfortunately, threats such as habitat loss, poaching, and natural disasters are causing these incredible animals to disappear from their natural habitats. Readers will find out how rhinos live in the wild and what roles they play in nature.
Learn what is causing gorillas to disappear and what people are doing to save them from extinction.
Which kinds of gorillas are the most endangered?
There are only about 900 mountain gorillas and 300 Cross River gorillas left in the wild.
In the wild, they face few natural enemies. However, human activities are threatening these animals' survival. Readers (Grades 3-5) will learn what life is like for wild gorillas and why these amazing animals are an important part of the natural world.
Maps have guided us from place to place since ancient times, but they can do more than just show the way.
Today's maps can provide a wide range of additional information, from population density to land elevation. Readers will learn how to identify and use many different types of maps, as well as how mapmaking technology has changed and improved throughout history.
Astronomers have been working for decades to locate and identify all of the planets they can.
There are eight planets in our solar system, and there could be billions more throughout space. Readers will discover what methods these scientists use, how new technology has helped them see further than ever, and why some scientists think that faraway planets could be home to life forms unlike anything on Earth.
What would we find if we made it all the way to another star's solar system?
So far, our travels into outer space have been limited to the planets and moons surrounding the sun in our own solar system. Today's astronomers are planning a mission to explore further reaches of space than humans have ever reached. Readers (Grades 3-5) will discover how these bold scientists are working to build faster spaceships and overcome the obstacles that make it difficult for humans to survive in outer space.
For hundreds of years, curious scientists have been studying these planets and moons and learning more about them. Readers will learn about the many methods astronomers have used to study our solar system, from the basic telescopes of the 17th century to today's advanced space probes.
Instantly recognizable by their beautiful orange-and-black wings, monarch butterflies are a common sight in fields, gardens, and forests throughout North America. Readers will discover how these colorful insects travel thousands of miles each year to escape freezing winter weather. They will also learn about a butterfly's fascinating reproductive process, what butterflies eat, and how to attract butterflies to their own backyards.
Explore the ill-fated maiden voyage of the Titanic, a luxury liner claimed to be "unsinkable" that was destroyed after colliding with an iceberg, killing over one thousand passengers onboard.
Table of Contents
Luxury Liner: What kind of luxuries did the Titanic passengers enjoy?
The voyage: How did the ship's crew watch for icebergs?
The collision: How did passengers react when the ship hit the iceberg?
Women and children first: Why did most of the lifeboats leave when they still had room for more people?
Mystery ship: Whst ship is believed to have ignored the Titanic's alert flares?
The rescue: What ship rescued the survivors of the Titanic?
Finding the Titanic: What explorer led the expedition that discovered the Titanic wreck?
True statistics; resources; Important words and more...
Explore the events of Hurricane Katrina and the devastation it caused in New Orleans, the global efforts to help the victims, and the rebuilding efforts.
How much of New Orleans was underwater after Hurricane Katrina hit?
The hurricane flooded at least two thirds of the city, leaving hundreds of thousands of people homeless.
How did the people of New Orleans tried to prepare for the storm of a lifeltime?
Table of Contents
Hurricane coming!
Devastation. Where did Katrina cause the most damage?
The situation at the Superdome
Rebuilding New Orleans
True statistics; resources; Important words and more...
On October 29, 2012, one of the largest, most powerful storms in recent history landed on the coast of New Jersey and proceeded to wreak havoc upon the East Coast of the United States. Readers will discover how Superstorm Sandy formed as a hurricane in the Atlantic Ocean and made its way through the Caribbean and up to the United States and why the storm grew so powerful. They will also learn about the widespread damage and suffering caused by the storm and find out how people are working to rebuild and recover after this devastation.
Table of Contents
Strom on the Horizon: What is a superstorm?
Plans and Preparations: How did people prepare for the coming storm? -- Horrible Hurricanes: What can we learn from past hurricanes?
Winds and Waters: What happened when the storm hit the United States?
After the Storm: How much damage did Sandy cause?
The Long Road to Recovery: What have people done to help rebuild after the storm? -- True Statistics -- Resources -- Important Words
A True Book: Natural Disasters series investigates the events leading up to a disaster, explores the causes, and ponders how the events changed, or could alter, history.
This series includes an age appropriate introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.
For thousands of years, criminals called pirates have taken to the sea to hijack boats, steal valuable goods, and take hostages.
Today's pirates are more advanced than ever before, able to quickly overtake huge ships using powerful weapons and high-tech communication devices. Readers will find out what effect piracy has on the world today and what government and law enforcement agencies around the world are doing to stop it.
Why are pirates such a big problem today?
The World Bank estimates piracy costs the world economy about $18 billion a year.
Inside you’ll find:
* How today’s pirates make use of modern technology;
* A timeline, photos - and how pirates have changed their methods over time;
* Surprising TRUE facts that will shock and amaze you!
This book simply explains complex information about endangered species by asking questions like " Where have all the tigers gone,?" " Why are the rhinos endangered?," and "Are people saving pandas?"
Where have all the pandas gone? From the bamboo forests of China--to near extinction. Today, there are only about 1,000 giant pandas left in the entire world.
In the well-received conversational style that sets this series apart, this book explores three basic questions about endangered species: Where have these animals gone?, Why are they disappearing?, and Are people saving them? The Bergers explain the disappearance of not only giant pandas, but also of mountain gorillas, monkeys, tigers, rhinoceroses, and bald eagles, to name a few.
Whether you're an aspiring inventor or an everyday science buff, you've probably created your own experiments to uncover the truth about the forces of physical science. Now you can delve deeper into the topics of electricity, motion, gravity, and more with these titles that are perfect for the budding scientist in you.
Learn about the longest and most unique bridges in the world.
From China's remarkable Danyang-Kunshan Grand Bridge, which spans more than 100 miles, to the amazing Millau Viaduct, which allows drivers to travel almost 900 feet above the ground in southern France, bridges rank among man's most incredible engineering feats. Readers (Grades 3-5) will learn about some of the biggest and most unique bridges in history, from how they were planned and built to how they have stood the test of time.
Find out how poor farming practices can affect milk quality and harm the environment, as well as how you can choose dairy products responsibly.
When most people think of dairy farms, they likely picture green meadows where cows graze between milking sessions. Unfortunately, the vast majority of dairy cows do not lead such peaceful lives. Readers (Grades 3-5) will learn how large commercial dairies do everything they can to produce as much milk as possible.
Learn about the controversy surrounding genetically modified crops, and what effects grain farming has on the environment.
Cereal, bread, and many of the other foods we eat every day come from grain. Readers will discover how wheat, corn, and other grains are grown and harvested, and how they can choose grain-based foods that are healthy and responsibly produced.
Pushed ashore by powerful earthquakes and other geological events, tsunamis are fast-moving, gigantic waves with the strength and size to wipe out entire towns. Readers will learn about some of history's most devastating tsunamis and find out why they caused so much damage. They will also learn how experts predict tsunamis and what people can do to protect against these deadly waves.