Stephanie Watson

Nicholas Faulkner

This practical and enlightening book teaches readers about both the importance of recycling and how to properly do it. It covers recycling basics, such as what types of products can and can't be recycled. More importantly though, it addresses how one can recycle and reuse products at both home and school. This includes creative ways to reuse items such as giving prom dresses a second life, and encouraging one's school to reuse and recycle, particularly with the proliferation of laptops and smartphones. Also included is an engaging "Myths and Facts" section and a "10 Great Questions to Ask a Science Teacher" section.

Recycling and You

Kara Williams

This compelling book strips away the messages promoted in glossy advertisements and reveals the real dangers of diet drugs. It separates fact from fiction and addresses topics such as the mythology of “all natural” labels, the notion that over-the-counter is always safe, the world of eating disorders, and how to live a truly healthy lifestyle. Just because diet drugs may be marketed on a national stage doesn’t mean they’re safe. This book impresses upon readers the importance of recognizing the dangers and choosing healthy alternatives.

Conquering Diet Drug Abuse

This fascinating text is a perfect companion for any student interested in a more authoritative source on the subject of asteroids, meteors, meteorites, and comets. Readers will learn, following the Next Generation Science Standards in the area of the Earth and the solar system, the scientific differences between these four celestial objects. They'll also study their features, compositions, characteristics, classifications, and history of their observation. This book is perfect for the student doing a report on the subject or one who is curious about the space sciences and would like detailed information instead of a general overview.

Asteroids, Meteors, Meteorites, and Comets

Erik Gregersen

Adhering to state and national math standards, this informative volume introduces readers to a world they may know little about: statistics and probability. In an effort to better forecast the future for gains and combat the potential losses of uncertainty, numerous areas have come to rely on the power of these disciplines. This book introduces the historical and mathematical basis of statistics and probability, as well as their application to everyday situations. Readers will also meet the prominent thinkers who advanced the field for those who followed.

Statistics and Probability

Frank Spalding

This revealing book offers readers a realistic look at the process of tattoo removal, giving those thinking about getting a tattoo an understanding of what's involved. It also offers practical, safe guidance for those who want their tattoo removed. Topics covered include tattoo mistakes, the financial cost of removal, aftercare, and side effects. The book also addresses methods of removal, such as intense pulsed light therapy, excision, dermabrasion, and more, including warnings about unproven methods. Finally, there's advice on alternatives to tattoos, such as temporary ones, henna, and body painting.

Tattoo Removal

This extensive and insightful text introduces readers to an eclectic mix of women who have excelled in all areas of science, technology, engineering, and math. Some of the figures are less well known than others, but all are highly accomplished and inspirational in their fields. This book offers biographies of astronauts, naturalists, zoologists, and astronomers, among many others. Any reader will be proud of the great pioneering work these women have done in their fields and be inspired to pursue such achievements on their own.

Top 101 Women of STEM

This comprehensive compendium profiles some of the most important, prolific, and influential authors in history. Readers will gain a greater understanding of figures they may already know and be introduced to those with whom they may be unfamiliar. The list is composed of a mix of writers from all different backgrounds and time periods, perfect for students of literature. This book follows the core standards in that it analyzes multiple authors and allows readers to compare and contrast their ideas. It also gives a sense of the canon in the context of history and society.

Top 101 Authors

Susanna Daniel

Satisfying part of the Common Core English Language Arts Standard in writing, this book looks into the life of one of the most revered children’s authors today: Lois Lowry. This book brings readers into her captivating world. They learn about the Newbery Medal–winner’s upbringing and how she writes. They also see how she comes up with her plots that so often address human connections and relationships, which are so important not only to her writing but to her life. This thoughtful biography may inspire readers and writers to become authors themselves.

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