In Dangerous Jobs: Deep-Sea Fishing, readers will learn how deep-sea fishers put their lives on the line every day they go to work. From sinking ships to being thrown overboard, deep-sea fishing is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world.
Did you know the brain is the most complex organ in your body? Learn how and why scientists study the brain and how the brain affects behavior. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
A sick or injured body is like a broken machine. Thankfully, it can often fix itself. Learn how the body fights germs, disease, and injury. This title supports NGSS From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes.
In Celebrity Influencers: Pharrell Williams, readers will explore Williams’s work on behalf of education and young people. Whether he is organizing free summer camps, promoting science and technology careers for women and people of color, or creating TV shows that are fun and educational, Williams will inspire you with his energetic commitment to helping others. You probably know Pharrell Williams as a songwriter, producer, and singer of his hit song “Happy.” But did you know that he is on a mission to make the world a happier place by motivating young people to reach their full potential?
Did you know that much climate change is caused by natural events? But how do humans influence climate change? Answer this question and learn how scientists make predictions about climate change. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human Activity.
Celebrity Influencers: Natalie Portman introduces readers to the ways in which Portman speaks out on behalf of animal rights, as well as against harassment of women. Portman, who calls herself a science geek, works to promote educational opportunities for girls and women throughout the world. She's also a voice of the #MeToo movement. Academy Award-winning actress Natalie Portman became a vegetarian when she was nine. Now a vegan, she is motivated both by animal rights and by the environmental costs associated with eating meat.
A region's climate affects nearly every part of animals' and peoples' lives. Learn about how humans contribute to climate change and what you can do to help limit its effects. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human Activity.
The usual climate of an area can change drastically. But what causes climate change and how can you help protect the planet? Read on to answer these questions and others. This title supports NGSS standards for Earth and Human Activity.
In Celebrity Influencers: Matt Damon, readers will explore how he has gained attention and acclaim for his efforts to bring food, safe drinking water, and toilets to communities around the world. Damon first became known for his acting and screenwriting, and now focuses on sustainable, long-term solutions that will result in better lives, especially for girls and women. Full of facts and photos, this book also examines how Damon's work impacts gender equality for women.
Climate is an important part of every ecosystem. Even small changes in the climate can have a big impact. Learn about the affects of climate change on ecosystems and what you can do to help. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human Activity.
Scientists around the world are working to understand our changing climate. Learn what they do and how you can help. You may want to become a citizen scientist! This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human Activity.
In Celebrity Influencers: Jennifer Lopez, readers will discover how Jennifer Lopez uses her stardom to bring attention to highly personal causes, such as helping hurricane victims in Puerto Rico. JLo’s foundation is dedicated to improving the well-being of women and children. She even teamed with Lin-Manuel Miranda to co-write a song to benefit LGBTQ shooting victims in 2016. She sings, acts, and dances, but there’s much more to this internationally renowned star!
In Celebrity Influencers: Leonardo DiCaprio, readers will explore how DiCaprio's work continues to bring awareness to climate change, marine and wildlife conservation, disaster relief, and renewable energy. Leonardo DiCaprio is one of the most recognizable movie stars in the world, but he’s also a committed activist. DiCaprio started a nonprofit organization more than 20 years ago to help protect the world’s remaining wild areas.
What we eat can help decide the future. Learn how our food sources are closely linked to climate change and what we can do to help limit its affects. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human activity.
Many people dream of being in a band. In this title, learn what you need to know to start a band and the many career opportunities available for bands. Includes a glossary, sidebars, and photographs.
In Celebrity Influencers: Emma Watson, readers will discover how Watson strives to help end childhood marriage, to increase educational opportunities for women, and to promote gender equality. Famous for portraying Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter movies, Watson now uses her celebrity status to improve the lives of people around the world. She spotlights eco-friendly designers with her chic fashion choices.
Artists are creative and passionate about what they do. Learn about the different types of artists and see if a career in art is right for you. Includes a glossary, sidebars and photographs.
Great actors know that acting takes work. Is acting a career for you? In this title, learn all about what it takes to be an actor and the different types of acting jobs. Includes a glossary, sidebars, and photographs.
In Biome Beasts: Tundra Animals, readers will discover how animals survive and thrive in the treeless tundra. Tundra biomes have the harshest climates in the world. From the tiny Arctic bumblebee to the huge polar bear, every animal that lives in the Arctic or alpine tundra biome has adapted physically or socially to the harsh conditions.
In Biome Beasts: Ocean Animals, readers will discover how animals survive in saltwater biomes and the skies above them. Most of Earth is covered by oceans and seas that are home to an amazing variety of animals. Some have adapted to life in the cold, dark aphotic zone. Others live in the disphotic zone where predators attack from above or below. Still others live in the top layer, the euphotic zone, where food is plentiful but competition for it is fierce.
Do you like music? In this title learn all about the different types of DJs (Disc Jockeys), what they do and how they do it. Might this be the right career for you?
In Biome Beasts: Grassland Animals, readers will discover how these animals survive in prairies, steppes, and savannas around the world. Grassland biomes are home to a wide variety of animals. Whether grazing on grasses, building communities underground, or sailing overhead, animals have adapted to the challenges found in both temperate and tropical grassland biomes.
Writing books isn't the only way to turn a passion for reading and writing into a career. Explore the many jobs available for writers beyond the bookshelf. Includes a glossary, sidebars, and photographs.
In Biome Beasts: Freshwater Pond Animals, readers will discover how these animals survive and thrive in freshwater pond biomes around the world. Life in a pond is exciting. Birds, bugs, and shrews skitter across the surface. Turtles and fish zip along under the water’s surface. Beavers, herons, and others make themselves at home by the pond’s edge.
If you love to dance you will want to read on to discover the many types of jobs that await you! From a professional ballet dancer to a dance therapist, see if this is the right career for you. Includes a glossary, sidebars, and photographs.