Rebecca Rissman

Tells the gripping story of four female African-American mathematicians who literally made it possible to launch US rockets--and astronauts--into space. Tells the thrilling tale of how each woman contributed, the struggles and resistance each experienced, and the amazing results. Consultants currently works for NASA.

The African-American Mathematicians of NASA who Helped America Win the Space Race

Hidden Women

"Presents yoga techniques and poses to promote brain power, stress relief, strength, and fitness"--

A Teenage Practice for a Healthy, Balanced Life

Yoga for Your Mind and Body

This title teaches readers that all families are different, and that some families include role models. Role models from outside the family are also discussed.

Role Models

This series provides readers with an inclusive and diverse introduction to families as they exist around the world. Basic lessons on how people are related are covered, but these books also show the reader that there are many kinds of families and that all types are special.

Acorn Plus books introduce key curriculum concepts to young readers aged 4+. Large format, simple text and high-quality photos make these books ideal as a general introduction to topics or for group work.

People Who Help Us

This title examines fashion's roots in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome, the ways and styles in which it has expanded and changed, and how it has grown into such an integral part of Western culture. Special features include a timeline, Art Spotlights, infographics, and fact bubbles. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

History of Fashion

This book introduces readers to what werewolves are, how werewolf stories differ across the globe, and where werewolf stories come from.

Werewolves

How can you tell if something is living or non-living on a mountain? Children reading this book explore a stunning mountain habitat while learning how to tell the difference between living and non-living things, such as soil, snow, and birds. Headers in the form of questions help guide the reader as they learn the properties of living and non-living things.

Living and Non-Living in the Mountains

Nick Hunter

Catherine Chambers

Mark Featherstone

Tom Bancroft

Emily Shuckburgh

Gerrit Vyn

Melanie Waldron

Jonathan Craig

Scott Maxwell

Hugh Tuffen

Justin Dallas

Bridget Light

Find out about amazing careers with The Coolest Jobs on the Planet. This series offers first-hand accounts of cool jobs from people who have succeeded in their field. Each book looks at what the job involves, what skills you need, and how to get started.

The Coolest Jobs on the Planet

Describes what families are and what they do, and explains who mothers and fathers are and how they may fit into a family.

Parents

Engaging photographs showcase clothing from around the world, including formal attire, sportswear, uniforms, and outdoor gear.

Clothes

"Historical photographs ... bring the story of the moon landing to life"--

4D an Augmented Reading Experience

TV Brings the Moon Landing to Earth

"Historical photographs ... bring the story of the Challenger explosion to life [including] how it happened, the subsequent investigation into its causes, and how it set back U.S. investment in space exploration"--

4D, an Augmented Reading Experience

TV Displays Disaster as the Challenger Explodes

On-point historical photographs combined with strong narration bring the story of the Challenger explosion to life. Kids will learn about how it happened, the subsequent investigation into its causes, and how it set back U.S. investment in space exploration. As an added bonus, readers will learn about how this played out on TV. By the time of the Challenger, the only network covering it in live time was CNN, as people thought of space flight as "old hat." This brought space flight back into the public consciousness, albeit not in a good way. Accompanying video will show readers what viewers saw at the time.

TV Rocks Culture When the Beatles Take the Stage

Women have made a difference in every field imaginable, and they continue to do so today. Women's Lives in History introduces readers to dozens of these remarkable people. Women in Fashionfeatures groundbreaking designers, models, milliners, style makers, and many other fashion-forward figures. Compelling text and vivid photographs bring these women to life. Features include essential facts, a timeline, a glossary, additional resources, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Women in Fashion

Find out what s involved in becoming a fashion photographer from a top professional in the field. You'll find out about the photographer's heroes, the equipment and skills he uses, and the challenges of producing amazing photos of fashion and models "

Fashion Photographer

Introduces shapes, including squares, triangles, semicircles, and diamonds, and presents images of sports equipment and activities that employ those shapes.

Shapes in Sports

Introduces shapes, including squares, triangles, circles, and rectangles, and presents images of musical instruments that incorporate these shapes.

Shapes in Music

Can you spot the shape? Read this book to find out about the different shapes you can find in buildings. Books in this series introduce children to different shapes in a range of situations. Each book uses simple, repetitive text to teach children basic v

Shapes in Buildings

"Describes cat shows, including the groups that organize them, how they are run and judged, and how owners prepare for them"--

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