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Immigration is a vital part of American history. Today, policies that center on immigration and the ways it has evolved are often the source of political debate and take center stage in current events. This book helps students understand these policies in addition to the major reasons people decide to live in new countries. It examines the ways immigrants have shaped culture and how many immigrants have played important roles in successful societies. Readers will evaluate how U.S. immigration compares around the world. Fascinating facts, vibrant photographs, and a colorful, engaging layout will keep young readers engaged as they learn about this important topic.

Norwich terriers were originally bred to hunt rats and foxes. Author Linda Bozzo and the American Canine Association provide young readers with accessible information, more fun facts, and adorable full-color photographs of this pointy-eared, stocky terrier. Students will learn whether a puppy or adult dog is right for them, what to feed it, and how to keep it clean and healthy. In addition, this book includes a Note to Parents that stresses the importance of spaying or neutering and microchipping pets, a Words to Know section to help young readers master new vocabulary, and a Read About Dogs section to encourage deeper exploration into the topic.

Cooking a meat-free meal doesn't have to be complicated. In fact, it often provides opportunities to try things we may otherwise never have eaten. Readers will learn about tofu and tabbouleh, and all sorts of other fun ingredients and dishes that do not involve meat. Readers learn how to cook for a vegetarian, and learn tips for how to get enough protein into each dish. This book offers creative ideas for meat substitutes and resources for vegan options as well.

When the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, the United States was thrust into World War II. The war with Japan would last four grueling years. Bold leaders, such as General Douglas MacArthur and President Franklin Roosevelt, would lead the United States to victory. Author R. Conrad Stein explores the historic carrier-based naval battles, the "island hopping" campaigns, the home front, and the beginning of the atomic age.

Oxygen is essential to life on Earth. It's produced through photosynthesis and moves through human bodies, water, and Earth's atmosphere. How exactly does that work? Through accessible language and full-color diagrams and photographs, this book explains the oxygen cycle. The text is designed to appeal to readers of all levels, particularly those struggling to understand a standard text book. Fact boxes and an extended glossary allow for the inclusion of the most important science vocabulary so all readers have the ability to understand, speak, and write about the topic.

This informative book is designed to help struggling readers grasp the nitrogen cycle. There are many steps in the nitrogen cycle that include difficult concepts and words: denitrification, prokaryotes, ammonia, and more. Low-level language, fact boxes, and an extended glossary provide readers with key vocabulary explanations that allow them to further understand each step of the cycle. Full-color diagrams aid readers' comprehension as they move through the cycle from start to finish. A must-have for science students.

Did you know that about 18.5 percent of a human body's mass is carbon? All life on Earth depends on carbon. How carbon is taking in and given off through animals' breathing, the burning of fossil fuels, and more can be shown in the model known as the carbon cycle. In this informative and interesting book, readers will discover how the carbon cycle works. Designed to appeal to struggling readers, helpful diagrams are provided to clarify complex concepts and fascinating fact boxes add interest to the text.

Food chains and food webs are a crucial part of life on Earth. In this educational and informative book, readers will study how all organisms in an ecosystem are connected. Some are predator, some are prey, and others are just there to help decomposition. Written for struggling upper elementary readers, the main content highlights the most important points, as well as the essential vocabulary relating to food chains and webs. Full-color photographs, fact boxes, and graphic organizers aid readers' comprehension of this key life science concept.

What happens in space has an influence on our lives. As Earth moves around the sun, the seasons on Earth change. The movement of the moon affects the tides in Earth's oceans. In this book, readers explore the cycles in the space that most affect us and the space science taught in upper elementary science classes. Accessible language and simple explanations make this the perfect introduction to Earth's cycles for readers struggling with traditional textbooks. Colorful photographs, fact boxes, and graphic organizers add interest to the text.

What exactly is the difference between Eastern Standard Time and Pacific Standard Time? And why do they--and the 22 other global time zones--exist at all? In this fun, informative set, readers learn the answers to these questions, starting with the history of time zones that began with the American railroad lines. With content that supports social studies curricula, the main text is written especially for lower elementary readers. Colorful maps throughout the book allow readers to immediately apply the map reading and geography knowledge they've gained.

When looking at a map, the first thing most people look for is the compass rose. It presents the cardinal directions and orients the map reader. Without a compass rose, it would be very difficult to find anything on a map! In this book, the main text explains how to use the compass rose as well as what the cardinal and intermediate directions are and mean. Full-color map examples allow readers to immediately apply what they've learned and use a compass rose and cardinal directions to find their destination!

Without a map key, some maps would not be able to be understood at all! The symbols found in the legend, or key, tell what resources a place has, how a country's borders have changed over the course of its history, and so much more. In this helpful book, readers are introduced to common map key symbols and learn how they can be used on all kinds of maps, from political to physical maps. Full-color examples of maps with simple keys help readers apply their new knowledge immediately.

Mars has been a source of fascination for thousands of years. Ray Bradbury's classic novel, The Martian Chronicles, was published in 1950, a full 15 years before the first up-close photographs of Mars were taken by Mariner 4. As time went on and technology advanced, scientists started to realize that a manned mission to Mars could one day be possible. However, many stumbling blocks remain before that point can be reached. Vivid full-color photographs and detailed graphic organizers help young readers visualize what such a mission might entail--and whether it could happen in their lifetime.

The perfect Halloween party must include some creepy--and don't forget fun--costumes. Look no further than this creative book of do-it-yourself costume and makeup ideas. Readers and adults will appreciate the simple-to-find items needed to complete each costume and the easy-to-read step-by-step instructions, accompanied by helpful photographs. Tip boxes throughout the text make sure that every task will be a scary success. A pumpkin icon signals readers when they'll need an adult's help. Costume designs include a mummy, zombie, and spider. Readers can make their own accessories like chains and even get their pet involved in the Halloween fun!

Aretha Franklin was blessed with one of the greatest voices in all of popular music. She sang from the age of eight, and performed professionally from the age of fourteen. Her talent, which many described simply as God-given, seemed sufficient to ensure her a life of comfort and ease. In spite of earning large sums of money and having millions of adoring fans, Franklin experienced powerful insecurity. Nonetheless, the Queen of Soul persevered and became one of the legendary talents of her generation. With this fact-filled biography, readers will be able to celebrate this extraordinary artist by learning all about her fascinating life and career.

There is no more accurate way to communicate your location than using latitude and longitude--and it even transcends a language barrier! These coordinates can help rescuers save someone lost in the wilderness or geocachers discover their treasure. In this informative volume, readers learn about the development, use, and accuracy of the grid mapping system of latitude and longitude. The main content supports mapping topics in social studies classes, including an understanding of the equator and Prime Meridian. Full-color maps aid readers' understanding as fact boxes clarify key information.

All stars have a finite life expectancy--even our own sun. Fortunately, many stars survive for billions of years. Our sun has existed for more than 4 billion years and has not yet reached the next phase of its life cycle. While it is inevitable that the sun will burn out, it will not be within the lifetime of anyone alive today. Through accessible main text, enhanced with vivid full-color photographs and informative graphic organizers, explores the science behind the sun and what humanity can do to mitigate the damage of this star's eventual death.

Living in the Pacific Northwest in winter and the Southeastern United States in winter will be two very different experiences. In Oregon, it'll be rainy and cool. In Florida, it's often a pleasant temperature and sunny! These places are in different climate zones, a fact readers learn all about in this book. Readers learn the main features of Earth's climate zones, including the tropical, temperate, polar, Mediterranean, highland, and arid zones. Full-color photographs and maps of these regions aid the main content in supporting both science and geography curricula.

Although Albert Einstein predicted the existence of black holes in 1916, they remained the stuff of science fiction until astronomers definitively proved his theory in 1971. Today, although we know more about black holes, we are far from a perfect understanding of these astronomical objects. This volume utilizes engaging fact boxes and vivid full-color photographs to help young readers better understand what we know about black holes as well as what questions remain to be answered. A list of relevant books and websites also provides a jumping-off point for future independent research.

Cyberbullies are seemingly everywhere online. From social media to comments sections, and even text messages, they can ruin a safe, happy online experience. So, what's the best way to handle a cyberbully and how can you make sure to stay safe? In this book, young readers will learn how to identify and protect themselves from cyberbullies. The text highlights STEM education, with a focus on technology and how it affects our lives. A selection of full-color photographs and informative fact boxes will enhance young readers' understanding of the topic.

For thousands of years, people have told stories about what the stars are and where they come from, from ancient Greek myths about the constellations to the ancient Egyptian belief that a king's soul became a star when he died. However, true scientific research took place alongside these stories. Later astronomers built on this foundational research, and with the help of scientific instruments such as spectrometers, the mystery of the stars was finally solved. This volume, enhanced by full-color photographs and informative fact boxes, examines past and present knowledge to give young readers a better understanding of our skies.

No landform could sound quite as scary as Death Valley! Its name came from a group of gold seekers who almost didn't make it out alive--and some of their companions didn't. In this book, lower elementary readers explore this hot, dry part of the American Southwest and the national park that now exists there. The main content includes the flora and fauna found there as well as the adaptations they need to survive in the heat of the day and cold of the night. Full-color photographs show the unique beauty of the valley, despite its name.

One of the best things about the internet is how much information is available at the press of just a few buttons. Today, research is so much easier than it was just a few generations ago. But with all that access to knowledge, how do researchers know good information from bad? In this book, young readers will learn how to find reputable online sources when conducting research. Full-color photographs and detailed fact boxes will help them determine if information is reliable and trustworthy. Age-appropriate text encourages independent reading.

Since 1992, astronomers have been discovering exoplanets at an astonishing rate. As of 2022, more than 5,000 have been identified. This has sparked humanity's collective imagination. Could any of those planets be hospitable to human life? What characteristics would these planets require if this were to become a reality? Is terraforming a viable option? This volume examines these questions and more, with informative fact boxes and enlightening graphic organizers to help illuminate complex scientific topics for young students. A glossary of new terms expands readers' vocabulary, and a list of relevant books and websites enables further research.

Whether you're looking at a paper map or a map online, it's important to understand how to read it. From weather maps to road maps, these tools help us better understand the world around us, and especially help us find where we're going! This volume includes basic map concepts, such as using map keys, scale, and latitude and longitude, all of which support lower elementary social studies curricula. Examples and full-color maps introduce readers to climate maps, population maps, and more!

Most people know that viruses can make people very sick. But there are also certain kinds of viruses that can infect computers. In this book, readers will learn about computer programs called viruses, and how they can harm devices and even steal information. The book will explain how users can keep their computers and other technology safe and what to do if a virus happens to infect their device. The text includes fact boxes and full-color photographs to enhance STEM learning. Approachable language encourages independent reading and comprehension.

Asteroid collisions are not unknown to our planet. The atmosphere protects Earth from most of these heavenly bodies, but the largest ones can make it through. So far, although large asteroids have permanently altered Earth's terrain and the organisms living on it, no asteroid has yet been destructive enough to completely eradicate the planet. Is this a future possibility? What are scientists' plans in case of such an emergency? This volume examines these questions and more. The age-appropriate main text, supported by engaging fact boxes and enlightening graphic organizers, provides young readers with scientific facts and avoids scare tactics.

Online gaming can be a great way to connect with friends and enjoy some downtime. It can also involve playing video games with strangers. In this book, young readers will learn how to keep themselves safe and protect their privacy from strangers. They'll also learn how to identify those who wish to do harm. The text includes informative fact boxes and full-color photographs to appeal to young readers and boost comprehension. Accessible language and a focus on technology enhances a well-rounded STEM education.

Before he played the cosmic-powered Eternal, Kingo, Kumail Nanjiani was best known for his comedic acting and writing. Readers of this engaging biography learn all about the actor, writer, and podcaster--from his early life growing up in Karachi, Pakistan, to his move to the United States and his start in comedy. Age-appropriate text, fun fact boxes, and quotes from Nanjiani help readers understand this star's journey to fame. Eye-catching photographs provide additional context and help hold the attention of even the most reluctant readers.

Social media is a great place to interact with friends and share photographs and videos of the latest dance trends. Sharing too much, though, can put people--especially youngsters--at risk from people who mean to do harm. In this book, young readers will learn why it's important not share certain details on social media platforms and how to recognize certain dangers. The text features accessible language that encourages independent reading and comprehension among young readers. Full-color photographs and informative fact boxes enhance a well-rounded STEM education.