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"It is 1836 in the large country of Mexico, which includes the land of Texas. Antonio López de Santa Anna has just become the country's president, and he is making new laws that will take away citizen's rights. The Texians are so angry with the laws that they are fighting to break free of Mexico. Which side will YOU fight on?"--Page 4 of cover.
5) Helen Keller
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At a young age, Helen Keller lost her ability to see and hear. With the help of Anne Sullivan, she met those challenges and became one of the most well-known people of her time. She continues to be an example of strength and determination.
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Emergency Aid explores the world response to natural disasters and war, and the people and organizations that are working to help people in need. This title also focuses on people who have been helped, the progress that has already been made, and the challenges still left to be met. The young reader analyzes the stories and develops his or her own opinion of what can be done to effectively respond to disasters. The book has been developed to address...
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With drone use soaring, remotely piloted aircraft have captured people's imaginations. Militaries, businesses, and hobbyists are continually finding new ways to use UAVs and develop their technology. Drones in some countries now deliver food and packages. Young readers will find out about exciting drone technology improvements and what they might lead to in the future.
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"Wouldn't it be cool to have a job working with or around the things you love? If you like food, perhaps a career working as a baker would be a sweet gig! Maybe you feel driven to own a food truck! Discover what it would be like to have a dream job working with food."--Page 4 of cover
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The urge to experiment and create has been strong in humankind since time immemorial. So, too, has the need to gather together for the greater good. Makerspaces, where innovators meet to advance technologies through physical computing, answer the call of both these motivating factors. Once a wave of the future, makerspaces are quickly becoming a fixture in the here and now. This book lets students discover where to find, and how to make the best use...
11) Vinson Massif
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Imagine standing on top of the highest point on the very bottom of the world. That is exactly what happens when climbers reach the apex of Antarctica's highest peak, Vinson Massif. Learn more in Vinson Massif, one of the titles in the Seven Summits series.
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The Kingdom of Benin, which started out as a small community and grew to be a vast empire, was particularly known for its expert farming practices, building skills, and artistic abilities. Within a few centuries, the Kingdom of Benin had grown into a dominant force in the region. Contact with Portugal led to economic and military cooperation and an even wealthier and more expansive empire. Eventually, however, it also helped facilitate the slave trade...
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"Over its 2,700-year history, the Maya became one of the most complex and dominant indigenous civilizations in pre-Columbian America. They became masters in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) -- evident through the archaeological remain that still excite and intrigue people today. The Maya built massive civilizations with temples, palaces, extensive highway networks, and some of the largest pyramids in the world. This title explores...
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"The archaeological evidence of Tenochtitlan isn't just impressive from a historical perspective, it is also remarkable from a STEM standpoint, too. After all, it reveals one overwhelming fact about the Aztecs: they were a highly advanced civilization who utilized many science, math, technology, and engineering practices in the construction of their metropolis. This fact is made evident by the impressive structures, artwork, and artifacts that this...
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The water's fine! Come on in! But, wait-there are sharks in it! Would you swim with sharks? Many people do! Marine biologists swim with sharks to learn more about these top predators. Snorkelers witness whale sharks and spy spotted leopard sharks. Some thrill-seekers even cage dive to get face-to-face with the giant toothy jaws of great whites! Readers will find out how scientists and adventurers alike are getting up close to all kinds of shark species...