Danielle Haynes
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"The United States prides itself on being a country with people from all different walks of life. However, the acceptance some take for granted isn't always there for people of color. In recent years, awareness of and anger about racial profiling and discrimination have reached their highest levels in decades. Racial profiling and discrimination often happen in ways many people don't realize, hurting their victims and leading to further divisions....
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Industrial accidents occur all over the world at an alarming rate, and readers have no doubt heard of at least one in their lifetime. This topical book chronicles the frightening stories of several of the world's worst examples of chemical leaks and spills, detailing the environmental impact not only in the text, but also through graphic, full-color images, and through sidebars full of real statistics. Fact boxes chronicle the legal response in the...
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DDT, Agent Orange, and asbestos are just some of the many frightening examples used in this book to illustrate how people s disastrous decisions impact human life. Along with compelling main text and arresting historical photographs, sidebars of harrowing statistics help readers understand the scope of the damage more fully. Each spread also includes a fact box that tells the lasting effects of each disaster and chronicles the legal changes made and...
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An inauguration is the act of swearing an elected person into office. Inauguration Day is the day that the most important elected official in the United States, the president, takes office. Readers will learn about the history of Inauguration Day in the United States, key aspects of this important day, and how Inauguration Day has changed since 1789, when George Washington took office. Full-color photographs and primary sources help readers understand...
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What did horses look like millions of years ago? How big were mammoths and mastodons? This book gives readers an in-depth look into the world of prehistoric mammals by investigating the remains they left behind. Readers will study colorful images of mammal fossils to learn about the size and shape of each animal, but also the behavior and lifestyle they may have lived. The text is paired with a fact-file design, complete with sidebars and diagrams,...
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"STDs are very common, but they can be extremely embarrassing. Many teens who suffer from STDs feel so much guilt and shame that they hide the problem instead of getting help. With useful resources and a relatable narrative, this nonjudgmental guide provides answers to the questions teens may be too ashamed to seek elsewhere. Using accessible language, the text conveys the critical information teens need to learn. Readers will learn to identify STDs,...
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"Primaries and caucuses are some of the first steps to becoming the president of the United States. Candidates who've announced their intention to run for this important office first have to convince members of their political party (and sometimes others) that they deserve a nomination. Primaries and caucuses help political parties choose their official party candidate. In this volume, readers will learn about the history of and key parts and processes...
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By the time the U.S. presidential election rolls around every four years, everyone knows who's in the running for office. But how are presidential candidates in the United States chosen? How do candidates get nominated, and what does a nomination mean? Can you become president without a nomination, and why or why not? Readers will learn about political parties, national conventions, special circumstances during nominations, and the history of presidential...
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The Arctic region of Earth is known for sub-zero temperatures and brutal, harsh weather. But some people-and their dogs-choose to brave the deadly conditions all in the name of fun and competition. Sled dog racing is a popular winter sport involving special kinds of dogs who tolerate cold temperatures well. In this book, young readers will learn all about why some people choose to train these dogs to compete in popular races all over the Arctic. Breathtaking...
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The printing press is one of the single most important inventions in human history. It allowed information to spread more quickly and widely than ever before. Many people credit German Johannes Gutenberg with inventing the printing press, but the earliest known printed text is actually Chinese! Historic, full-color photographs and enlightening graphic organizers will attract and educate budding historians. Through 20 truly fun facts, they'll learn...
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When it comes to climbing mountains, there's no greater challenge than Mount Everest. At nearly 30,000 feet (8,848 m) above sea level, it's the tallest mountain on Earth. With a challenging terrain and extreme cold, only the bravest attempt to climb Mount Everest each year. In this book, young readers will learn all about what makes this mountain so dangerous and why some climbers may choose to tackle it. Informative sidebars and vivid photographs...
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Today, 785 million people are living without access to safe water. Water-related illnesses are responsible for almost 1 million deaths each year. Clean water should be a basic human right, but far too few people have access to it. With this informative book, readers will study the global water crisis, how it reached its current state, and its impact on the environment and human lives. Real-life examples of the steps being taken to save Earth's water...
13) Skydiving
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For some people, the idea of jumping out of an airplane with a parachute attached to their back is a terrifying prospect. Others find it to be the thrill of a lifetime. At 10,000 feet (3,048 m), skydivers have a bird's-eye view of the world as they jump from a plane, freefalling before gliding safely to Earth with a parachute. Breathtaking photographs will show just what it looks like as skydivers make the plunge. Vivid design and informative sidebars...
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The third largest planet in our solar system, Uranus, is the farthest planet in our solar system that can still be seen without a telescope! This planet is not only different in the way it looks, but also the way it spins! Unlike other planets, Uranus spins completely sideways. Young readers will want to take a coat on this freezing adventure, as they jump into what we know about this planet. With approachable text, even the most reluctant readers...
15) Shark Diving
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Sharks are some of the fiercest creatures in the ocean. Even though they can be deadly to humans, many people choose to dive into the deep blue with these creatures. Some people don't even protect themselves with cages! This book will explain why some people are so fascinated by sharks that they'll put themselves in danger to swim with them. Young readers will be drawn to the exciting text by dramatic, colorful photographs. Informative sidebars also...
16) Tornado Chasers
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While most people in the path of dangerous weather choose to hide and take shelter, tornado chasers instead run toward danger. Specially trained meteorologists use scientific equipment to follow dangerous thunderstorms in pursuit of learning more about tornadoes. This book will teach young readers all about how this deadly job-and hobby-can provide scientists with important data to predict tornadoes. Stunning photographs and accessible text will capture...
17) ADHD
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About 6 million children and teenagers living in the United States have been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The condition affects everything from school performance to work and even home life. It can be a real struggle to live with ADHD and sometimes just as hard to recognize the symptoms. In this book, teenagers will learn the signs of the disorder and what to do if they suspect they have ADHD. Accessible language,...
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With the strongest winds in the solar system, Neptune is one strange, blue planet! This book takes young readers to the furthest edge of our solar system to a planet that isn't blue because it has water on its surface. Scientists might not know everything about the dark and stormy Neptune, but there's still a lot to learn! With full color photos of what we've seen of this blue planet paired with approachable text, readers will love learning and questioning...
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While Mars might be the planet scientists think is the most like Earth, Venus is actually Earth's closest neighbor! But because of a thick layer of toxic gasses, scientists believe it's impossible for Venus to support life as we know it. Beneath the planet's poisonous mask is a hot, unfriendly environment. Young astronauts will love learning not only about the mysteriousness of Venus, but also what else about this planet is so deadly! With fun, approachable...