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Engineering is a field that people rely on every day. This interesting book looks at the ingenious entrepreneurs who are finding new and better methods of building roads and structures, helping us live in environmentally sustainable ways, and inventing technology of the future. Detailed case studies of successful entrepreneurs and a hands-on project help readers understand the principles of entrepreneurship.
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What can modern forensic tools teach us about existing and newly uncovered artifacts from ancient Chinese dynasties? How can we learn about human migration from the discovery of preserved bodies? Can today's technology uncover new clues about the Great Wall of China? Dive into this intriguing title, which examines how forensic science has allowed scientists, archaeologists, and historians to solve mysteries and answer questions about ancient China....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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The discovery of a vaccine for polio in the 1950s has prevented millions of cases of this severe paralyzing disease. The Discovery of the Polio Vaccine examines this historic advance from multiple perspectives, including those of Jonas Salk, Albert Sabin, and modern organizations working to wipe out polio once and for all. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
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This informative title examines how transportation contributes to climate change, how improving transportation could help slow the crisis, and the current challenges scientists face. This book also includes a table of contents, an infographic, informative sidebars, a "That's Amazing" special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Navigator level, aligned to reading levels of grades...
5) Galaxies
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Climb Aboard! Explore planets and how they are formed! Meet early astronomers and read about early astronomy! Investigate telescopes, satellites, rovers, and probes! Learn about different planets: terrestrial, gas, ice giants, dwarf, and exoplanets! See an infographic showing the solar system! Did You Know? facts and a Guidebook of planets in our solar system complete your journey. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards....
6) The Sun
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Climb Aboard! Explore how the sun was formed! Investigate spots, flares, and solar wind! Meet early astronomers working to understand the sun! Examine the sun, the moon, Earth, and gravity! Learn about solar observatories! See an infographic showing the sun's layers! Did You Know? fact boxes and a Guidebook of facts about the sun complete your journey. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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In this title, readers will examine the technology used by military forces during the Vietnam War. Engaging text introduces readers to armored personnel carriers, assault rifles, phosphorus smoke grenades, landmines, punji sticks, agent orange, napalm, flamethrowers, Huey helicopters, and the roles they played in military campaigns. A short history of the war is also included. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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In this title, readers will examine the technology used by military forces in World War II. Engaging text introduces readers to Sherman M4 and Panzer tanks, riles, P-51 Mustang, B-17 bomber, destroyers, aircraft carriers, submarines, Enigma and SIGABA machines, atomic bombs, and the roles they played in military campaigns. A short history of the war is also included. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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In this title, readers will examine the technology used by military forces during the Korean War. Engaging text introduces readers to the M46 Patton tank, automatic and semiautomatic rifles, rocket launchers, cold weather uniforms, MiG-15 and F-86 Sabre aircraft, helicopters, MASH units, and the roles they played in military campaigns. A short history of the war is also included. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards....
10) Helpful Hackers
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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Who wants to be a helpful hacker? In this title, prospective helpful hackers will meet pioneers in the hacking industry, examine the history of hacking, learn how to differentiate between good and bad hacks, stop security threats, and future trends in the industry. Table of contents, infographics, timeline, fun facts, a glossary, and an index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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Who wants to design games? In this title, prospective game designers will meet pioneers in the game design field, examine the history of game design, and learn about how games are created, the move from arcades to homes, and future trends in the game design industry. Table of contents, infographics, timeline, fun facts, a glossary, and an index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Who wants to produce podcasts? In this title, prospective podcast producers will meet pioneers in the podcasting field, examine the history of podcasting, and learn about what podcasting entails, the tools used to create podcasts, and trends in the podcast industry. Table of contents, infographics, timeline, fun facts, a glossary, and an index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Who wants to develop websites? In this title, prospective website developers will meet pioneers in the website development industry, examine the history of website development, and learn about marking and scripting, how to optimize search engines, and future trends in the industry. Table of contents, infographics, timeline, fun facts, a glossary, and an index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Who wants to be an app developer? In this title, prospective app developers will meet pioneers in the app development field, examine the history of app development, learn what app developers do, the software they use, where they work, and mobile devices' effects on the industry. Table of contents, infographics, timeline, fun facts, a glossary, and an index are included. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
15) Cybercrime
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Computer networks allow people to easily share information. Organizations and entire cities rely on computer networks. Hackers can break into networks to disrupt systems or steal data. Hacking and other cybercrimes are on the rise. Cybercrime explores common cybercrimes and how people can guard against these threats. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Most people today have cell phones. People rely on cell phones for communication. Cell phones also store a lot of personal data. Cell Phone Privacy explores how people can protect this data. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
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