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Presents information, in a question and answer format, about the customs, habits, and habitats of people from different countries around the world with emphasis on what makes their cultures unique. -
Charles Hatfield Baker III, one of the richest men in New York City, suddenly disappears. His daughter, Julia, wants to find him. The directors of his company want power and money. Do they know where he is? And what is Project Omega? Can Julia find her father and save his company? -
The first skaters lived more than 10,000 years ago! Since then, figure skating has become a very exciting and beautiful sport. Students will learn all about the history of the sport in this intriguing book. -
Did you know that the first basketball hoop was made from a peach basket? This book starts with basketball's humble beginnings and travels through its history to how the game is played today. -
Describes the space shuttle, including lift-off, landing, working in space, and the crew. -
At 33 miles long, the Seikan Railroad Tunnel is the world's longest tunnel. From its beginning to its completion, the story of this Japanese tunnel will fascinate even the most reluctant readers. -
The world's largest desert is almost the same size as the United States! Student will marvel at the immensity of this desert while learning many other facts about this natural wonder. -
Presents information on the tallest buildings in the world, including their size and how they were built. -
Discusses the world's largest soccer stadium, including where it is located and how it was built. -
Disscusses in simple terms, the Itaipu dam, including where it is located, how it was built, and how it provides electricity. -
Presents information about the endocrine system, including what it is, conditions and diseases associated with it, how endocrine problems are diagnosed and treated, how to maintain a healthy endocrine system, and ways of coping with endocrine problems. -
Photographs and text depict information about the largest drilling rig, including its location, how it was built, and the way it is kept running. -
James and Chantal are enjoying an evening of magic at the Blue Cat Club. Merlin the magician is clever and his tricks are exciting – but are they dangerous too? -
Classic / British English Are you brave enough to read four of Poe's famous horror stories? Edgar Allan Poe wrote strange stories about terrible people and evil crimes. Don't read this book late at night! -
Photographs and text reveal information about the longest bridge in the world, including its location, how it was built, and the safety issues involved in its upkeep. -
Discusses supersonic jets, including how they are built, different types, and what they are used for. -
This book will give students an understanding of the history of flight right up to the technology and scientific discoveries that allow us to fly planes as large as todays super jumbo jets. How are airplanes designed so they can operate safely? What is the future of flight? All of these questions and more will be answered as students take a look at super jumbo jets, inside and out! -
Describes the design, construction, and operation of famous skyscrapers. -
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Describes the history of olive trees and the structure, cultivation, and use of olives. -
Discusses nuclear submarines, including their equipment, how they are run, and what they are used for. -
Presents the history of the motorcycle and the many improvements that have occured. -
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Presents instructions for creating several styles of handbags, carrying cases, and wallets from common craft materials. -
Introduces the history of puppets and provides instructions for making eight different types of puppets out of easily available materials. -
This book gives students an in-depth look at how large telescopes work. The wonder and awe of space and the scientific instruments we use to study it both come shining through in this fascinating book. Full-color diagrams and illustrations will help students visualize how the technology of telescopes works. Students will learn about the creation of mirrors 26.2 feet wide and telescope teams that work together to create a telescope as powerful as if it had a mirror the size of Earth! -
Looks at the life and racing career of NASCAR driver Juan Pablo Montoya. -
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Describes what it is like to be a race car driver, discussing different types of races, pit stops, race car safety, meeting fans, doing charity work, and the Daytona 500. -
Describes globalization, including how it works, its positive and negative effects, and its relationship with world immigration.
