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Describes the different climates around the world, from tropical to cyclonic and polar, discusses how they affect the environment, and explains the potential dangers of climate change. -
Introduces islamic innovations ranging from the astrolabe to the scientific method. -
Today there are more than 1.1 billion Muslims in the world. Even in the wake of this enormous growth, many of the practices established by Muhammad remain intact today. By adhering to the Qur’an, Muslims observe a rich cultural tradition that bridges the past, present, and future worlds in a community of the faithful. -
Presents an introduction to the islands of the world, discussing their different types, climates, wildlife, and inhabitants, and the natural and man-made threats which can endanger their existence. -
Looks at the life and racing career of NASCAR driver Juan Pablo Montoya. -
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! -
Provides an introduction to light, describes some of its properties and offers experiments to do with it. -
Describes the key aspects of magnetism, discussing magnetic fields, electromagnetism, and common uses of magnets. -
Introduces musical instruments, discusses the role of music in cultures and religions around the world, and provides instructions for making eight different instruments out of easily available materials. -
Introduces the history of puppets and provides instructions for making eight different types of puppets out of easily available materials. -
Explains what canyons are, how they are formed, and where they can be found around the world. -
Introduces caves, describing their characteristics, different types, and the animals that live in them. -
Introduces glaciers, describing their formation, geography, and effects on the surrounding land and people. -
Describes the formation of islands and the development and variety of plant and animal life on different islands. -
Describes the formation, flora and fauna, and geography of the world's mountains, including the Rockies and Mount Everest. -
Discover Earth's amazing peninsulas in this fun and informative book. Readers will learn about the formation of peninsulas, learn about different kinds, and explore some of the world's most famous peninsulas. Stunning photography captures the natural beauty and life on this landform. -
Some of the most famous animals in history have been horses. From George Washingtons trusty Arabian, Magnolia, to the fictional stallion Black Beauty, horses have played an important part in historical events, books, television shows, and movies for many years. Readers will discover important facts about some of the worlds most important and beloved horses. Photographs of the horses and their owners help illustrate these amazing and beautiful animals. -
Tacos, enchiladas, tortillas, and even huevos rancheros are not unusual items in many American restaurants. Mexican food is loved all over the world, but Mexicos kitchens hold much more than these dishes. Some surprising ingredients and fascinating cultural facts are in store for readers and fledgling chefs. Mexicans use prickly pear cactus, plantains, and even chocolate in their meals. A salsa recipe at the end of the book gives young cooks a chance to create their own fiesta! -
Introduces some of the animals that live in American temperate forests and tropical rain forests, including such creatures as the black bear, great horned owl, garter snake, Hawaiian honeycreeper, and coqui frog. -
Introduces the fundamentals of energy, including its different forms, how it is stored, and how people use it. -
This explanatory volume shows readers where their sweet and crunchy apples come from. Every step, from farm to table, is explained in accessible language and accompanied by vibrant photographs. -
Introduces genetically modified foods, describing current research, health concerns, and their effect on modern agriculture. -
Since the terrible events of 9/11, more attention than ever has been paid to the threats and challenges posed by terrorists. Weinberg explains who the terrorists are, where they came from, what motivates them, and what, if anything, can be done to stop them. It provides a fascinating insight into how terrorist 'cells' operate and what they might do in the future. Leonard Weinberg is Foundation Professor of Political Science at the University of Nevada. He has also served as a consultant to the United Nations Office for the Prevention of Terrorism and was a recipient of the 1999 Thornton Peace Prize. -
Nothing can capture attention like the thrill and rush of roller coasters. Your students will learn how the force of gravity makes their favorite roaring rollers move. -
Great Expectations is Charles Dickens's thirteenth novel. It is his second novel, after David Copperfield, to be fully narrated in the first person. Great Expectations is a bildungsroman, or a coming-of-age novel, and it is a classic work of Victorian literature. It depicts the growth and personal development of an orphan named Pip. The novel was first published in serial form in Dickens's weekly periodical All the Year Round, from 1 December 1860 to August 1861. In October 1861, Chapman and Hall published the novel in three volumes.Dickens originally intended Great Expectations to be twice as long, but constraints imposed by the management of All the Year Round limited the novel's length. The novel is collected and dense, with a conciseness unusual for Dickens. According to G. K. Chesterton, Dickens penned Great Expectations in "the afternoon of [his] life and fame." It was the penultimate novel Dickens completed, preceding Our Mutual Friend.It is set among the marshes of Kent and in London in the early to mid-1800s. The novel contains some of Dickens most memorable scenes, including its opening, in a graveyard, when the young orphan Pip is accosted by the escaped convict, Abel Magwitch. Great Expectations is a graphic book, full of extreme imagery, poverty, prison ships ("the hulks"), barriers and chains, and fights to the death.Upon its release, Thomas Carlyle spoke of "All that Pip's nonsense." Later, George Bernard Shaw praised the novel as "All of one piece and consistently truthfull." Dickens felt Great Expectations was his best work, calling it "a very fine idea," and was very sensitive to compliments from his friends: "Bulwer, who has been, as I think you know, extraordinarily taken by the book."Great Expectations has a colourful cast that has entered popular culture: the capricious Miss Havisham, the cold and beautiful Estella, Joe the kind and generous blacksmith, the dry and sycophantic Uncle Pumblechook, Mr. Jaggers, Wemmick with his dual personality, and the eloquent and wise friend, Herbert Pocket. Throughout the narrative, typical Dickensian themes emerge: wealth and poverty, love and rejection, and the eventual triumph of good over evil. Great Expectations has become very popular and is now taught as a classic in many English classes. It has been translated into many languages and adapted many times in film and other media. -
Greenland is more than 84, square miles. The worlds largest island also has many other extraordinary qualities that make learning about this island fun and exciting. The unique way of life in Greenland as well as the variety of animals on the island will fascinate young readers. -
Gymnasts are among the strongest athletes in the world. They leap, tumble, flip, and fly through the air with finesse. Readers interested in gymnastics will discover what it takes to become a gymnast, as well as the different gymnastic events they can participate in. Photographs of gymnasts and gymnastic apparatuses show readers what its like to join the team. -
Introduces banks, including the different types, their function, and why they are important to both investors and the common public. -
Introduces credit cards and discusses their advantages and disadvantages. -
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