Don Rauf
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What do people do at NASA (and in outerspace)? Readers pick from eight different scenarios and experience "next best thing to being there yourself" opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent research.
3) Healing
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The human body is capable of many great things, not the least of which is its remarkable ability to heal. It can overcome sicknesses like the flu, can mend broken bones, and close wounds. Modern medicine has made great progress in keeping us alive and well. But the power of the mind can keep bodies sound and help return the sick to good health, too. People can relieve stress and anxiety through healing crystals, acupuncture, and other techniques....
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Why do people have certain traits and talents? We are all who we are because cells in our bodies grow and respond according to instructions from DNA molecules. RNA carries the DNA details from the cell nucleus to other parts of the cell. Engaging language and detailed, colorful images and diagrams simplify complicated scientific principles into pieces of information students can comprehend more easily. They will gain a deeper understanding of how...
5) Breaking History: Lost America: Vanished Civilizations, Abandoned Towns, and Roadside Attractions
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Breaking History books offer a front row seat to history as it broke (like "breaking news") and give the blow-by-blow of historical discovery-what we learned, when we learned it, who made the discovery, and how. Lost America is an illustrated look at fascinating places in the United States that have existed only in myth and have never been found, those that were abandoned and why, and those that were lost to social upheaval or natural disaster. The...
6) Personality
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Our personalities make each of us unique. But what if you had more than one personality? A person with multiple personality disorder can have multiple, unique-and sometimes even dangerous-personalities. Multiple personality disorder is only one form of disassociation that the human mind can experience. From Cotard delusion, the belief that you're walking dead, to Capgras syndrome, the illusion that those around you are imposters, this volume of Freaky...
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For many children of the sixties, the gift of a Schwinn was a ticket to freedom, a chance to feel the wind on their face and the steady rotation of rubber at their feet. The Schwinn took many through their childhood adventures, with memories filled of after school, free-range bike rides around the neighborhood with friends, the late afternoon sun shining off of the gleaming painted frame and stainless-steel fenders.
The 1960s and 70s saw a boom of...
8) Jamie Oliver
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Through engaging text, direct quotations, and full-color photographs, readers will take an in-depth look into the life of Jaime Oliver, Great Britain's Naked Chef. Students will discover why food education is so important to the Brit, as well as how he became a chef, and how he became a celebrity. Budding chefs can also learn about the different pathways to becoming a professional chef and try their hands at some recipes.
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Ruling from 1299 until 1922, the Ottoman Empire was one of the biggest and longest-lasting empires in history. Although weak leadership, a failing economy, and wars with neighboring Russia and other countries led to its decline, the empire left a lasting legacy for its arts, trade, government, and multiculturalism. This appealing volume chronicles the rise and decline of the Ottoman Empire, including its beginnings in nomadic cultures, its toppling...
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This important volume examines history's darker side: the massacres, terrorist attacks, ethnic cleansing, and subjugation of races that have taken place throughout the history of humankind. Through examination of acts of brutality such as the Crusades, the Holocaust, the Hutu massacre of the Tutsis in Rwanda, recent terrorist attacks committed by al-Qaeda and ISIS, and many others, readers will be forced to confront the violence that continues to...
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Though 3D technology has been around for a while, it is now just emerging as a major player in media and technology. This informative book shows young people just how 3D works in movies, gaming, apps, and social media. It then guides readers on what courses to take to develop their tech skills in the field. Finally, readers learn how to go about finding a job in a landscape where businesses are now realizing the great potential of 3D, from animated...
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Movement is crucial to setting the pace and mood of any play. Whether it's the synchronous movement of a crew of dancers or the seemingly random coordination of actors on stage, this physical activity is part of the vision established by the choreographer. This book explores the methods and techniques that meshes that vision with those of the director to create a unified message.
14) Emeril Lagasse
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Emeril Lagasse was arguably one of the first celebrity chefs, getting his own cooking show in 1997. Lagasse taught America about New Orleans-style cooking. Readers can learn about his restaurants, his television appearances, and his personal life as well as discover the different paths that lead to a career in the culinary arts. Budding chefs can try their hands at some Lagasse-inspired recipes.
15) Consciousness
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Have you ever wondered how you store memories or what causes a rush of emotions? Why do we dream or sleepwalk? What causes the feeling of déjà vu? Many of these questions have been explored by scientists and psychologists, many of whom believe we have only tapped into a small portion of the brain's potential. This book looks at the differences between the conscious and unconscious mind-how the resting unconscious mind is responsible for sleepwalking...
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Determined to teach youthful users of digital devices how to write code, the mysterious programmer Jonathan Gillette wrote an entertaining and informative guide to the programming language Ruby that he made available online for free. He also designed a free application known as Hackety Hack that teaches novice programmers how to master Ruby. This is the intriguing story of an idealistic programmer who demystified the world of programming for young...
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These are the times that try men's souls. When Thomas Paine first published these words in 1776 in The American Crisis, he had no idea that they would not only inspire Americans in the fight for independence but also resonate in tumultuous times ahead. As a journalist in Philadelphia, Paine found the power of the printed word. His pamphlet Common Sense was an early call for American independence, advocating for equality among citizens and a government...
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When it comes to landing a job, a portfolio has been a tool often used by graphic artists, architects, and possibly writers. In today's world, a portfolio may help just about anyone seeking a professional career. A portfolio is a collection of work samples that can bring to life the achievements and skills you present on a résumé. Addressing career-ready standards of the Core Curriculum, this essential book teaches readers how to build a powerful...
19) Rachael Ray
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Known for her simple, quick meals, Rachael Ray has made a name for herself as an individual among celebrity chefs. Readers will learn about her career as a chef and talk-show host, as well as her personal life and products. This book also provides information on how to become a chef and includes some Rachael Ray-inspired recipes to try.
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When it comes to landing a job, a portfolio has been a tool often used by graphic artists, architects, and possibly writers. In today's world, a portfolio may help just about anyone seeking a professional career. A portfolio is a collection of work samples that can bring to life the achievements and skills you present on a résumé. Addressing career-ready standards of the Core Curriculum, this essential book teaches readers how to build a powerful...