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History is brought to life in 12 Incredible Facts about the First Moon Landing. Twelve chapters of fact-filled text, fascinating historical photos, and intriguing page design work together to drive readers to a deep understanding of this important turning point in US history. The main text is embellished with in-depth sidebars, numerical facts, and mentally stimulating prompts. A supplemental timeline, glossary, and resources for more information...
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History is brought to life in 12 Incredible Facts about the Dropping of the Atomic Bombs. Twelve chapters of fact-filled text, fascinating historical photos, and intriguing page design work together to drive readers to a deep understanding of this important turning point in US history. The main text is embellished with in-depth sidebars, numerical facts, and mentally stimulating prompts. A supplemental timeline, glossary, and resources for more information...
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Environmental engineers keep drinking water clean, protect people from pollution, and take steps to fight climate change. Environmental Engineering in the Real World examines the history of this branch of engineering, what environmental engineers do today, and what℗s next for the field.
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What is artificial intelligence? How is artificial intelligence going to change our lives? "Alexa, play my favorite song! Alexa, shut the garage door!" Imagine a world in which you simply call out a request while sitting in your living room and have a small computer comply. Suddenly, the driving beat of your favorite song fills the air while in the distance you hear the grind of the garage door coming down. This scenario is no longer science fiction!...
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"Building Better Robots offers a cutting-edge, comprehensive look at one of science's biggest challenges. Includes a look at the history of the topic, recent breakthroughs, key facts to consider, and questions that remain unanswered"--Provided by the publisher.
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This title examines the STEM concepts that make basketball so exciting. From the physics of jump shots to the technology of computer simulations, chapters bring STEM concepts to life. The title also features sidebars on STEM in action, a glossary, and further resources. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company. Glossary of key words Index Reviewed Table of contents Sports are not only entertaining spectacles, but also examples of STEM concepts...
8) Space Robots
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From Earth orbit to the surface of Mars to the edge of the solar system, robots are helping push the boundaries of space travel. Space Robots introduces readers to examples of these robots, the challenges faced by their designers, and the advances that are on the horizon. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources,...
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Some computers can do calculations in space, beat contestants at Jeopardy!, and create complex images and videos. Inside Computers introduces readers to the uses of computers, the hardware and software that make computers possible, and the future of computer technology. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Activities for further learning Glossary of key...
12) Math
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Highlights fascinating facts about math, from the invention of zero to numbers too large to write out. Learn about the ancient Egyptian god that represents one million, the magic of the number 9, the infinite digits of pi, and more! Additional features include a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
15) Lingering echoes
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"In a southern Virginia coal-mining town in October 1942, Bone Phillips is learning to control her Gift: Bone can see the history of a significant object when she touches it. When her best friend, Will Kincaid, asks Bone to "read" the history of his daddy's jelly jar--the jelly jar that was buried alongside his father during the mine cave-in that killed him--Bone is afraid. Even before Bone touches it, she can feel that the jar has its own strange...
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This book takes kids on a journey to discover the history of games, and then leads them from their initial idea for a new game through several iterations of a game all the way to playing the final version of a game they created. Explore the processes of both playing and creating games while developing critical and creative thinking skills that apply to tasks and concepts across academic fields. -- adapted from back cover.
17) The truce
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"In a southern Virginia coal-mining town in December 1942, Bone Phillips is learning to control her Gift: seeing the history of a significant object when she touches it. But one object is off limits: Uncle Ash's World War I dog tags, which hold memories of terror. When a body identified as Uncle Ash turns up inside the mines, Bone will need every ounce of courage she can summon to not only find her beloved uncle through the dog tags but prove that...
18) The Internet
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Introduces readers to the science that makes the Internet possible. Accessible text, helpful diagrams, and a "How Does It Work?" feature make this book an exciting introduction to understanding technology.
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Compelling narrative nonfiction text presents the story of the personal computer's invention: why there was a need for it, its design and testing, the science behind it, and its lasting impact. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions and callouts, infographics, a glossary, sources for further research, a listing of source notes, and an introduction to the author. Author/Illustrator biography |Index...
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Educational, easy-to-do physical science activities that will show young readers more about the field of physical science. Using simple, easy to find materials, these activities will help readers better understand gravity, states of matter, density, and more!