When the Founding Fathers forged the government for the newly independent United States of America, they were careful not to give too much power to any one person or group. The separation of power between the three branches of government is one of the hallmarks of American democracy. Your readers will examine the concept of the separation of power and how it applies to the government of the United States. Text is presented in accessible chunks and supported by primary sources, charts, and graphic organizers. Designed for struggling teen readers, this book will help them understand key concepts in the U.S. government and history curriculum.
Earth is constantly changing. However, over the last several decades, human activity has accelerated these changes around the world. Mountains, for example, may seem permanent and unchanging, but they are just as fragile as Earth's other environments. Written according to state and national STEM standards, this book explores the impact that humans have on mountain environments, from the creation of roads and ski slopes to the use of explosives to create mines. Age-appropriate text is supported by full-color photographs, fact boxes, and sidebars.
Robots aren’t just made for sci-fi thrillers—they’re on the real frontlines. Military and police use robots to perform operations that are impossible or too dangerous for humans to do. Readers will enjoy this in-depth look into the world of military and police robots, from their history to the newest technology available. How can robots help police? How will robots be used in the future? This volume addresses these questions and more through easy to understand text and fascinating facts. Color photographs bring readers behind the caution tape to learn all about military and police robots.
Kung fu is an exciting and popular form of martial arts. Like all martial arts, kung fu not only teaches self-defense, it also teaches confidence, concentration, and physical fitness. People have practiced kung fu for thousands of years, during which numerous styles and techniques have developed. This volume looks at the history of kung fu, from ancient China to the modern dojo. Fact boxes highlight key exercises, equipment, and important figures associated with kung fu. Full-color photographs accompany informative and accessible text that will appeal to developing and independent readers.
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s a robot! Robotic technology has taken to the skies with the rising use of drones, which are used for entertainment, surveillance, and commercial reasons, among others. This book introduces readers to the history and future of flying robots. Readers will learn about the newest flying robot models and the technology behind them. Exciting text is supplemented by color photographs of many real-life robots to give readers a strong understanding of robots that are made for the sky.
The entertainment industry has often pioneered developments in technology. Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are the latest technology the entertainment industry is tackling. This high-interest title covers the basics of entertainment drones, teaching readers the science, technology, and engineering that goes into producing them. Readers learn how entertainment drones are used, including their role on film sets, at theme parks, sporting events, and circuses. Readers even learn about drone entertainment shows! With science and technology content that supports STEM classroom concepts, as well as simple diagrams and detailed photographs, this text is sure to captivate readers’ interest.
When something goes wrong with your computer, it's important to stay calm. Many software problems are easy to fix once you figure out what's going on. This book provides students with helpful tips on how to diagnose common software problems. Diagrams and full-color images guide readers as they troubleshoot. Possible solutions to common problems are also suggested. STEM concepts from the Next Generation Science Standards are covered throughout this informative text. This is the perfect book for students interested in a future computer science career.
People often look for ways to make caring for their pets easier or more effective, but only a fraction of these people actually create new products to try to achieve this. Readers of this captivating book will get an inside peek at some of the wildest pet inventions out there. While some may have been useful, others were not. Engaging fact boxes, sidebars, and full-color photographs help readers better understand these crazy creations. Animal lovers and young readers of many levels will be inspired by this exciting take on some of the most bizarre pet inventions out there.
Discusses where petroleum comes from, the effect of spilled oil on the environment, and how oil spills can be dealt with, through a fictional story in graphic-novel format about a group of volunteers cleaning up an oil spill.
Most products we use every day were made using manufacturing robots. Readers will be surprised to hear how common and important robots are in the manufacturing world. This book covers the history of manufacturing robots, as well as the newest robots that are used today. The many benefits of manufacturing robots are explained, as well as controversies behind their use. Reader will learn the technology behind several manufacturing robots and how they've radically changed the way companies produce goods. Color photographs give an inside look at the jobs manufacturing robots do every day.
Can robots save lives? Medical robots save lives every day, and they’re sure to save more as their technology advances. This book describes the amazing work done by medical robots, from surgical robots to nano-robots. Readers will learn about the medical breakthroughs performed by robots, the latest models, and the future of robots in medicine. Accessible descriptions of how medical robots work will engage readers and give them a deep understanding of this burgeoning technology. Color photographs of each robot are provided to give readers an inside look into the operating room and beyond.
Located between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers in modern-day Iraq, the region known as Mesopotamia, Greek for "between two rivers," is often called the "cradle of civilization." The region is known for the rise of the first cities, as well as the invention of writing. Readers will discover that the various empires of the region, like Babylon and Sumer, made many important contributions to law, politics, mathematics, and agriculture. Simple text and full-color photographs will engage struggling and reluctant readers alike. Maps and a timeline of key dates provide additional information.
Stories of the American West have been a source of excitement and entertainment for more than 100 years. Novels, movies, and television shows have all drawn upon the Wild West for inspiration. But was the Wild West truly that wild? Were there gun-toting outlaws hiding behind every corner? Were white settlers and Native American tribes constantly at war? This book looks at some of the myths, legends, and tall tales surrounding the Wild West and attempts to separate fact from fantasy. Black-and-white and full-color photographs, fact boxes, and sidebars support the age-appropriate text and provide additional information.
All roads lead to Rome. Or they did. What had started as a small town on the Tiber River in central Italy would eventually grow to become a vast empire covering most of the known world, including England, western Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia. Although the Roman Empire fell in the 5th century, many of its accomplishments live on in our modern world. Readers will learn about the advancements Rome made in politics, architecture, law, and the arts. Accessible text is paired with full-color photographs, maps, and biographies of important historical figures.
In 2018, three species of birds went extinct. These species are gone forever, and many more species of plants and animals are in danger of going extinct every year. Scientists estimate that almost half of the species on Earth could be extinct by 2050. This volume looks at the issue of endangered species and the impact that human activity has on the many plants and animals that share our planet. Colorful photographs, primary sources, and helpful graphics illustrate the conservation efforts made by scientists and lawmakers around the world. This book will encourage your young readers to take an active role in solving this problem.
Article I of the U.S. Constitution established the U.S. Congress. As the legislative branch of the government, both houses of Congress play an important role in the country. Your readers will explore both chambers of the nation's lawmaking body, with a focus on the various duties of the Senate and the House of Representatives. Essential concepts in the U.S. government and history curriculum are presented in easy-to-digest sections, with a focus on engaging struggling readers through accessible content. Primary sources, graphic organizers, and charts supplement the narrative and make challenging concepts clear.
Coming to power between Mongol and Manchu rule, the Ming Dynasty represented the last ethnic Han dynasty to rule China. Following the Mandate of Heaven, the first Ming emperor launched nearly 300 years of cultural and political transformation. This compelling volume traces the ascendancy, demise, and legacy of the Ming Dynasty, chronicling the development of its governmental structure, its expansion of trade and its economy, its extension and enhancement of the Great Wall of China, and many other achievements. Readers will also learn about the effect of the Little Ice Age and its role in the Ming’s demise.
Massive hurricanes, devastating tornadoes, out-of-control wildfires, and deadly floods: it seems as though there are more natural disasters each year. Scientists tell us that the increase in natural disasters is tied to climate change and the negative impact that human activity is having on our planet. This volume looks at the damage done to the planet through pollution, deforestation, and other human activities. Your readers will survey the efforts made to protect and preserve our planet. Colorful photographs, helpful graphics, and primary sources will encourage young readers to take an active role in protecting Earth.
This volume is sure to excite readers as they learn about career opportunities in the field of robotic engineering. This career-based book looks at what robotic engineers do, the different kinds of jobs within the field, and notable engineers who have advanced robotics. This career incorporates science, technology, engineering, and math, making the information-rich text in this book is a great addition to STEM instruction. The text is illustrated by brilliant color photographs, and supplemented by sidebars and a graphic organizer. This dynamic reading experience explores the future of robotics, and how someone can land a job as a robotic engineer.
India is considered one of the great ancient civilizations of the Old World. From the earliest settlements along the Indus River to the golden age of the Gupta Empire, the cultural contributions of ancient India are an important component of the human story. Readers will travel back in time and witness how religion, art, and literature helped craft the India we know today. Maps, full-color photographs, and biographies of important historical figures will enhance the reading experience and engage reluctant and struggling readers.
The Soviet Union made history when it launched Sputnik I, the world's first artificial satellite. Now, more than half a century later, there are about 5,000 satellites in orbit around Earth. These marvels of modern technology perform many important tasks, from reconnaissance and navigation to communications and predicting the weather. Scientists have even sent some satellites to orbit the moons and other planets of our solar system. This volume examines the technology behind satellites, including how they are launched from Earth and remain in orbit. Key STEM concepts are highlighted through full-color photographs and age-appropriate text, and diagrams and fact boxes provide supporting information"--
In an age of technology and convenience, there seem to be more and more products designed to help people in their homes. However, inventors have been coming up with creations for the home for as long as people have lived in homes. Over the years, many of these inventions have been quite strange. This innovative book takes a look at how these products worked and explains how some of them have even been remodeled over time to create different, more useful inventions.
Computers and other types of technology have changed our lives in ways never imagined. Today, we constantly have a wealth of information at our fingertips. Computers help us work better and faster. Readers will learn about the many positive impacts of computers in society. They'll also read about the many negative impacts, such as threats to our privacy and security and a potential decrease in physical activity. Students will be encouraged to think about the role technology plays in their everyday lives.
When most people think of drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), they likely think of the military. Militaries have been using drones since the 1990s, and new developments in drone technology are being discovered every day. Readers get a crash course in military drones through this text, which explains the science and technology behind one of today’s most polarizing topics. Readers gain an understanding of how drones work and how militaries use them. The text’s science and technology content support elementary STEM concepts, while simple diagrams, photographs, and fact boxes provide opportunities for additional learning.
With our use of technology increasing every day, it�s not surprising that our need for cybersecurity experts is also growing. In this informative text, readers will learn about why we need cybersecurity and what these security experts do to keep sensitive digital information safe. Students are introduced to the concept of computational thinking, as well as STEM concepts addressed in the Next Generation Science Standards. Informational diagrams and full-color photographs help students make connections with the text.
What would happen if we someday needed to leave Earth and find somewhere else to live? This book takes a look at the options, how we could get to that point, and how we can all help make sure Earth remains our home.
One of the main advantages of drones is that they can be used in situations that are too dangerous for humans. Space is probably the most dangerous environment where men and women work, so it's only natural to use drones for space exploration. This far-out volume looks at the different kinds of drones used to explore other planets over the years, as well as new technology being developed for the future. This high-interest STEM topic is presented with age-appropriate text and supported by full-color photographs, sidebars, and graphic organizers.
Drones have been in the news a lot over the last few years. From the flying unmanned aircraft used by the military to the quadcopters sold at toy stores and hobby shops, it's difficult to deny that drones are everywhere. This volume examines the science behind modern drone technology and helps young readers understand these complex machines. Full-color photographs and diagrams provide context to STEM concepts. Fact boxes provide additional support to the engaging, age-appropriate narrative.
Police departments around the country are using drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), to assist in law-enforcement. This may include using drones for surveillance purposes, something that’s becoming increasingly controversial. Readers get a crash course in police UAVs with this text, which uses age-appropriate language and simple diagrams to explain the science and technology behind drones. STEM classroom concepts are supported by this science- and-technology-focused text, which asks readers to form their own opinions on the use of drones in police departments and beyond.
Everyone has heard about global warming and the hole in the ozone layer. This book brings this very real danger to life for young readers, though, through this compelling graphic format. The dangers of global warming are discussed as well as ways each of us can play a part in keeping Earth healthy and safe for many generations to come.
How were the Great Pyramids built? Why were certain people turned into mummies? Readers journey down the Nile River into the heart of ancient Egypt and find out the answers. From the magnificent temples to the mysterious Sphinx, ancient Egypt has fascinated professional and amateur historians for centuries. Accessible text and full-color photographs guide readers through the rise and fall of one of the world's earliest civilizations. Maps, biographies of key figures, and a timeline of important dates support the text and provide additional information.
Everything in the universe is on the move! Motion plays a big part in our world, even when we cannot see or feel it. Young readers will discover the laws of motion and learn how they affect everything we do. From the action of sports to the thrill of amusement park rides and from the movement of the planets to the motion of the waves, students will learn why things speed up, slow down, change direction, or stop. This book introduces the revolutionary ideas of scientists such as Isaac Newton and Galileo and shows how science applies to everyday events.
Algorithms might sound like a complicated tech term, but don't be intimidated, people actually use them every day. Using accessible language and full-color photographs, this book simplifies algorithms in an easy-to-understand way. Readers will be amazed to learn that an algorithm is just a set of steps for computers to follow to get things done. STEM topics from the Next Generation Science Standards are emphasized throughout the text. Sidebars featuring key terms help readers grow their tech vocabulary, and fact boxes provide additional opportunities to learn.
Whether they are testing a new drug, creating new materials, or checking the safety of our food and water, all scientists follow the scientific method. One of the major steps in the scientific method is testing your hypothesis. That's when scientists hit the lab! This volume stresses the important of safety in the laboratory, whether it's a school science lab or the most high-tech research facility. It also examines the proper rules and procedures everyone must follow when working with chemicals in the lab. Fact boxes and full-color photographs support the age-appropriate text.
From art and architecture to politics, philosophy, and mathematics, "western civilization" owes a great deal to the achievements of ancient Greece, but what do we really know about this long-gone civilization? How did geography influence the politics of the Greek city-states? What's the difference between an agora and an acropolis? This book takes readers several thousand years into the past, when independent city-states ruled the Mediterranean Sea, to find the answers. Full-color photographs and maps, accompanied by accessible text, introduce readers to the many contributions the ancient Greeks have made to our modern society.
People have used caves for shelter, tombs, and religious sites for thousands of years. Despite this familiarity, caves still hold a sense of mystery and danger. This survey dives deep beneath Earth's surface to explore how the world's largest caves formed, as well as what caves can teach us about Earth's past and the forces that are shaping our planet's future. Age-appropriate text with a strong STEM focus is supported by full-color photographs and a glossary of new or unfamiliar terms. Sidebars, fact boxes, and graphic organizers provide additional information on this fascinating topic.
China is unique among the four great ancient civilizations in that it has changed very little over the millennia. Unlike India, Egypt, and Mesopotamia, China's impassable mountains and vast deserts protected China from invasion. Free from foreign interference, China's great dynasties, like the Qin and the Han, flourished. Many of the things we associate with modern China, like the Great Wall, expensive silks, and beautiful calligraphy, all date to ancient times. Help your struggling readers better understand ancient history with this accessible text. Full-color photographs, maps, and a timeline of important events provide additional context.
Why do objects fall toward the ground? What makes electric lights go on when we flip a switch? How do magnets work? The answers to these questions and many more become clear when you understand how electromagnetic force and gravitational force operate. This book looks at these forces and presents key concepts in an accessible way. Important theories and applications are presented in simple, age-appropriate language. Full-color photographs and primary sources provide readers with additional information.
Your reader is given a front seat as scientists, governmental agencies, and environmental task forces debate and discuss the future of fossil fuels. Students will discover that fossil fuel supplies are limited, ways to conserve this important energy source, and what some of the alternative and cleaner sources of energy are.
Drones are becoming more common every day. While flying drones can be fun, many law enforcement agencies and militaries around the world use drones for important and dangerous missions. This book explores the different kinds of drones used by the police and military, as well as the different kinds of missions they perform. Sidebars, graphic organizers, and full-color photographs support grade-appropriate text that will appeal to developing and independent readers alike.
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