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John Wood discovered his passion, his greatest success, and his life's work not at business school or helping lead Microsoft's charge into Asia in the 1990s but on a soul-searching trip to the Himalayas. He made the difficult decision to walk away from his lucrative career to create Room to Read, a nonprofit organization that promotes education across the developing world. By the end of 2007, the organization will have established over 5,000 libraries...
6) The Skeleton
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Dr. Seymour Skinless takes readers on an adventure under the skin in this exciting look at the skeletal system. Through comprehensive main text, readers are presented with interesting facts on the different types of bones in our bodies, what bones are made of, and how they help us to move. Additional information is relayed through eye-catching fact boxes, a thorough glossary full of helpful terms, and detailed diagrams. Charming illustrations and...
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Nature presents us with some awesome, powerful, earth-shaking events. Many people suffer with phobias related to Earth's wonders, such as astraphobia, which is the fear of thunder and lightning. While being scared of thunderous sounds is natural, phobias tip the scale because now your heart is pounding, your body is shaking, and you're so overwhelmed by your feelings that it is extreme or irrational. This book takes a voyage through the phobias we...
8) Clever Carbs
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Carbohydrates are an important part of a healthy and balanced diet, but what exactly are they and what do they do for the human body? Readers will find those-and many more-answers as they delve into this engaging volume. Eye-catching photographs provide visual examples of foods rich in carbs, while accessible text reinforces key lessons from elementary science curricula. Readers will learn how carbs can help their bodies, which foods are the best...
9) Immigration
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Immigration is a vital part of American history. Today, policies that center on immigration and the ways it has evolved are often the source of political debate and take center stage in current events. This book helps students understand these policies in addition to the major reasons people decide to live in new countries. It examines the ways immigrants have shaped culture and how many immigrants have played important roles in successful societies....
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What do animals that live in the mountains eat? How do they escape from their predators? Where do they sleep at night? These questions and more are answered in this compelling text that aligns with common curriculum science topics such as biodiversity and ecology. Several animal species live in the mountains and face challenges that consistently test their survival instincts. Striking, full-color photographs support the text and add a creative visual...
11) Bees
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Some people are afraid of bees, but bees are actually very important parts of ecosystems around the world. Readers learn about these small, buzzing insects and their valuable roles in the environments around them with this stimulating science guide. The a
12) Powerful Protein
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Protein is just one of many important elements of a healthy and balanced diet. With the help of this innovative book, readers will be excited to learn all about this essential nutrient and the foods it is, found in. Vibrant photographs attract readers of all ages and levels and help familiarize them with common protein-rich foods. Accessible text provides important background information on protein and explains how it helps the human body stay strong...
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It's common to be afraid of something you can't see but you know is there, like a mouse or rat hiding in your house. Having a phobia takes these fears a step further; they start to interfere with daily life. Set to the backdrop of a museum collection, this book takes readers into the minds of those terrified of snakes, sharks, and even animal skin and fur. Including names and descriptions of many kinds of animal phobias as well as the physiological...
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These are difficult times for the Catholic Church and the United States of America. There is only one solution to the problems we face... saints! Becoming a saint is a choice, and we must begin choosing the saint within each of us. The biggest crisis of our time is not ecomomic, health care, or vocations, but is an identity crisis. We have forgotten our mission to become saints and forgotten our story as Catholics. We must rediscover that mission...
15) Air Pollution
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Air pollution threatens the health of people around the world in an array of ways, from damaging lungs to fueling the life-threatening storms of climate change. Young readers may have experience with some of these impacts but might not understand the causes. This enlightening text has answers about how air pollution can lead to severe illnesses, its role in climate change, and what young readers can do today to help curb its negative impacts. The...
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This timely book examines all types of relationships from parental, friendship, and carer, to teacher, doctor, and romantic partner. Sensitive discussions of the idea of consent, what makes a good and a bad secret are included along with activities that help readers understand personal boundaries and manipulation within relationships.
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Readers learn about the various animal species that live in the forest through this enlightening text. They discover what these animals eat, how they survive in the wild, and where they build their homes. This accessible and age-appropriate text captures what it's like being an animal living in the forest and also supports elementary science curriculum topics, including habitats and adaptations. In addition, full-color photographs of these animals...
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Superheroes-and math-to the rescue! Young readers are introduced to ten heroes with extraordinary powers to match the many dangers they face in this exciting volume, such as three scary snowmen, eight trapdoors, and ten threatening storm clouds. While they're engrossed by the high-interest topic, they'll practice counting in each number-oriented rescue situation. Sentences are carefully crafted at the emerging reader's level, while the colorful illustrations...
19) Plastic
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Every year, the world's oceans are inundated with plastic from everyday items young readers likely recognize, such as toys and plastic bags. The oceans are not the only environments impacted as microplastics have recently been found in about every place on Earth! This intriguing title is here to help young readers understand the serious problems of plastic pollution and how it is shaping their world. With the help of a simple diagram, early readers...
20) Vital Vitamins
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Many children know it's important to eat foods with vitamins to help them grow big and strong. However, there are so many vitamins that it can be difficult to know what they all do and why each one matters. This innovative volume helps young readers understand the importance of several key vitamins, including vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B12. Colorful photographs show foods in which each type of vitamin can be found, while concise text helps...
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