Melissa Abramovitz

Engineers design our modern world. They combine science and technology to create incredible vehicles, structures, and objects. This title examines amazing feats of biological engineering. Engaging text explores bionic legs, artificial organs, and animal cloning. It also examines the engineers who made these projects a reality and traces the history of the discipline.

Packed with exciting facts and important aspects on military aircraft, this title also provides historical context, compelling photos, primary source quotations, and critical thinking activities. The title also includes a glossary, web links, and additional resources. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Table of contents...

"Simple text and color photographs describe nine big cars"--Provided by the publisher.

"Simple text and full-color photographs describe various military trucks"--Provided by publisher.

"Full-color photographs and simple text provide a brief introduction to the 100th Day of School"--

"Thrilling new discoveries in science and technology are announced almost daily. Cutting-Edge Science and Technology keeps readers at the forefront of new research. Brain Science covers fascinating cutting-edge neuroscience topics, from brain-to-brain communication systems to thought-controlled limbs and brain-mapping technologies. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring scientific concepts to life. Features include essential...

While osteoporosis or porous bones may not be a concern for your students as it is an aging disease, there are still things they can do to ensure that the gradual bone loss that will occur in their lives can be staved off. Because it's a common condition, it will touch their lives through people the love. This book helps to explain what it is, what causes it, and preventative measures that can be done at any age to curb the effects of bone lose. Medical...

Author Melissa Abramovitz discusses the illness known as meningitis. This book gives details on the symptoms of the disease, how it is contracted, known treatments as well as possible new treatments, and how the disease may be prevented. This book also includes an annotated bibliography and a list of organizations that can be contacted for support.

As new cases of West Nile Virus begin to appear across the United States, this book offers a timely discussion of this potentially devastating disease. Author Melissa Abramovitz outlines the mechanics of virus transmission and how mosquitoes and disease-carrying birds have played a key role in the West Nile Virus epidemic. This book covers basic information about the virus and its possible effects, as well as a discussion of personal and governmental...

Leukemia, also known as A.L.L., is the most common cancer in children, adolescents, and young adults younger than 20 years old. It applies to several diseases of the blood-forming tissues, encountered in both sexes and at all ages. This book explains the different types of leukemia and what is currently known about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for each. With full-color photographs and illustrations, this book offers the latest...