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"Winner of the 2015 Louis J. Battan Author's Award, American Meteorological Society" Ian Roulstone is professor of mathematics at the University of Surrey. John Norbury is a fellow in applied mathematics at Lincoln College, University of Oxford. They are the coeditors of Large-Scale Atmosphere-Ocean Dynamics.
An accessible book that examines the mathematics of weather prediction
Invisible in the Storm is the first book to recount the history, personalities,...
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Herbert Gintis holds faculty positions at the Santa Fe Institute and Central European University. He is the author of Game Theory Evolving (Princeton), coauthor of A Cooperative Species: Human Reciprocity and Its Evolution with Samuel Bowles (Princeton), and the coeditor of numerous books, including Moral Sentiments and Material Interests, Unequal Chances (Princeton), and Foundations of Human Sociality.
Game theory is central to understanding human...
3063) Jungle Puzzles
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You're lost in the rain forest! You must solve a chain of puzzles to plot your escape route. Devised by an expert on brain training, these mental gymnastics will help you uncover the secret of the jungle temple!
3064) Dinner by the Numbers
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A family dinner is a great way to reconnect with family members at the end of the day. Readers will learn how to make family dinnertime special and find out that math skills are essential to cooking healthy, nutritious meals.
3065) Tsunamis
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What happens to the environment when a tsunamis occurs? What are some of the causes of tsunamis? What can people do about the problems caused by tsunamis? How can you use your math skills to learn more about tsunamis? Read this book to find the answers to these questions and learn more about tsunamis..
3066) The Essence of Numbers
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This book considers the manifold possible approaches, past and present, to our understanding of the natural numbers. They are treated as epistemic objects: mathematical objects that have been subject to epistemological inquiry and attention throughout their history and whose conception has evolved accordingly. Although they are the simplest and most common mathematical objects, as this book reveals, they have a very complex nature whose study illuminates...
3067) Measuring Temperature
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Real-world examples and engaging activities guide readers in learning about measuring temperature. Readers practice selecting appropriate measuring tools and units of measurement, converting between units, and solving problems by measuring.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 4
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English
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Space probes, self-assembling robots, crash-absorbing cars, and designer proteins all have one thing in common: their use of folding technologies. To develop these technologies, engineers are taking inspiration from an unusual source-origami, the ancient art of paper folding. Examine origami's origins, how it intersects with mathematics, and how it became a tool to solve some of the most complicated challenges in engineering, architecture, technology,...
3071) Earthquakes
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What happens to the environment when a earthquake occurs? What are some of the causes of earthquakes? What can people do about the problems caused by earthquakes? How can you use your math skills to learn more about earthquakes? Read this book to find the answers to these questions and learn more about earthquakes.
3072) Lunch by the Numbers
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Lunch is an important part of staying energized in the middle of the day. Readers will discover that using math to calculate calories and portion sizes can help them make healthy food choices whether they are bringing lunch from home or buying lunch in the school cafeteria.
3073) A Place for Zero
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Zero is lonely in Digitaria. He can't play Addemup with the other numbers, because he has nothing to add. What's a digit to do? Join Zero as he goes on a journey to discover his place.
3074) Isaac Newton
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This book traces the life of Isaac Newton, from his early childhood and education through his sources of inspiration and challenges faced, early successes, and the work on gravity and light for which he is best known. A timeline at the end of the book summarizes key milestones and achievements of Newton's life.
3075) Space Puzzles
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You're trapped on a space ship! Solve a series of puzzles to pilot the ship to the Moon and back. Devised by an expert on brain training, these mental gymnastics will help you survive your outer space ordeal!
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Adapted from the classic book by Johanna Spyri, this historical fiction book retells the story of Heidi. A student who forgot to complete her reading assignment texts her observations of the book to a friend while she reads and finds herself won over by the heartwarming story. Perfect for both reluctant and avid readers, this 32-page hi-lo chapter book will appeal to kids who enjoy imaginative retellings of classic novels with modern touches.
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Some days everything seems wrong, and life can make you feel . . . bent out of shape.
In Love Will Turn You Around, readers are reminded of the power of friendship and positivity to turn a frown upside down and make things right again. Kids are encouraged to persevere during difficult times as they witness Heart's determination to overcome his struggles to fit in with the other shapes. Cheers are sure to follow as Heart remembers what matters most...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
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Animals make perfect counting company! The simple language teaches young readers mathematical terms and counting concepts. Learn to count by 10s up to 100 in the Monarch Migration book in this adorable series that counts the critters. Special thanks to content consultants Paula J. Maida, PhD. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades preK-3.
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Learn to fold incredible geometric origami models from "The Queen of Modular Origami!"
In this book, Tomoko Fuse-Japan's most famous living origami artist-shows you how to create amazing polyhedral models using the techniques of modular origami (where many paper sheets are folded then locked together without glue or tape).
Make 64 intriguing modular models, including:
• Stackable Modules-The perfect starting point for novices, these simple constructions...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This entertaining and educational title helps familiarize young readers with metric measurements. From grams, to liters, to kilometers, the easy-to-read book offers engaging pictures and simple sentences to illustrate each type of measurement fully. In no time, young readers will be able to use each measurement system for themselves. Fun facts and a quick quiz give young readers additional reading and learning. Sandcastle is an imprint of ABDO Publishing...
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