Joe Greek
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"The use and abuse of opioids from illegal ones such as heroin to legal prescription painkillers is a problem that has grown in scale nationwide and caused great concern among educators, families, law enforcement, government officials, and the public at large. This book offers a jumping-off point for youth dealing with opioid abuse in their lives, whether it is their own addiction or coping with opioid abuse among family members or friends. It empowers...
2) Parkour
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"You've probably seen videos of young men and women leaping across rooftops, climbing brick walls, and doing backflips off park benches. Known as parkour, kids and adults across the world have become fascinated with this popular method of physical fitness and training." --
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Illuminate the minds of young readers as they explore the science behind electrical energy. Through visuals and age-appropriate language, readers develop an understanding of how electrical energy is created and why it is important to their daily lives. They will also discover how scientists and inventors have harnessed this particular form of energy in order to power the world. Sidebars containing vocabulary words and critical-thinking exercises enhance...
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For ages, the idea of machines that think and act on their own has gripped scientists, thinkers, and the general public. This book explores the history of artificial intelligence (A.I.), and how science fiction is quickly becoming science fact. It examines the technologies involved in A.I. and its inevitable effects on work, life, health, and many other aspects of human society. Rooted in history and science, this book provides an inside look at a...
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Once dependent upon leaflets, phone lists, and word of mouth, social activism is now greatly facilitated by the worldwide reach and instantaneous communication of the Web. The ways in which people become aware of issues, join causes, and wage battles for their beliefs have radically changed. Community building now occurs in both actual and virtual environments, and local causes can be linked up with national and international partners, leading to...
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Español
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For ages, the idea of machines that think and act on their own has gripped scientists, thinkers, and the general public. This book explores the history of artificial intelligence (A.I.), and how science fiction is quickly becoming science fact. It examines the technologies involved in A.I. and its inevitable effects on work, life, health, and many other aspects of human society. Rooted in history and science, this book provides an inside look at a...
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Modern health care must stay on the cutting edge if the field expects to keep up with ever more difficult demands, as new health conditions crop up and population’s age. The newest diagnostic machines, network infrastructures, and surgical tools are examined in this book. It imparts crucial guidance to future health care workers who will have to acclimate to and master them. Readers will learn how tech augments care, how technologies have changed...
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Since 1953, the State of Israel has named non-Jews who risked their lives to help save Jews during the Holocaust as "Righteous Among the Nations." Known as "righteous gentiles," these individuals summoned the strength to put aside their own safety to oppose the Nazis. This engrossing volume educates readers about some of the noteworthy righteous gentiles and groups who stood to lose everything as they aided, hid, and fought for the Jews with words...
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Teach your students the value of working together as they learn how researchers and scientific teams from around the world further human knowledge and innovation through collaboration. Students will discover how sharing research among peers enables scientists to advance their own studies and the work of others. At the same time, this book will provide historical and modern examples of scientific collaboration between individuals and teams that have...
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This book invites young readers to explore the science behind weather and climate and to discover how these forces shape the world around them. With the aid of visuals and age-appropriate language, readers will learn how the combination of different elements, such as temperature and wind, create Earth's weather. They will also learn the importance of understanding weather patterns and how they affect various aspects of life. Sidebar content throughout...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A fantastic introduction to a world many young people-and people in general-seldom consider: how transportation engineers help to ensure people and materials move smoothly throughout our complex world. Readers are introduced to real-world problems and their engineering solutions. Lively, informative, and age-accessible language is augmented with highlighted vocabulary terms, important points to think about, items to compare and contrast, and a final,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Earth's life-enabling atmosphere, unique in the known universe, is the topic of this engaging title. Readers will learn about the atmosphere's layers, composition, and evolution. The atmosphere's role in creating weather is explained, with topics such as atmospheric pressure, cloud formation, and precipitation clearly addressed. Readers will also learn about the greenhouse effect, as well as the problematic effects of air pollution. Curious minds...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Young geologists and agriculturalists get an in-depth look at the soil beneath their feet. The book uses photographs to illustrate what soil is, how it's made, what different types of soil there are, and why it's valuable to human life. Using age-appropriate language, the book explains how minerals and different creatures make soil healthy. Young conservationists will also appreciate the final chapters on how erosion and pollution affect soil. Vocabulary,...
16) Zombie runs
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Rosen Central
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2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Zombie lovers and fitness enthusiasts will delight in this book that explains what zombie runs are, how to get involved in this new fitness phenomenon, and how it might help them in a later career. Beginning with a brief history of zombies in popular culture, the book then explains how pop culture boosted the idea of zombie runs as community and fund-raising events. Those interested in participating in a zombie run can find out how to find one in...