Fought during a period of nation-building in North America, the War of 1812 helped cement America's sovereignty as a nation and Canada's sense of national pride at having successfuly repelled an invasion. This intriguing book helps readers understand the significance and long-term effects of the War of 1812 after the signing of the Treaty of Ghent ended hostilities in 1815. In the United States, these included the creation of heroes, the birth of a national anthemThe Star-Spangled Banner, and the reneging on treaties which destroyed Shawnee Chief Tecumseh's dream of an Indian confederacy; in Canada, it was prosperity through British war chests and a bonding of the provinces through a common foe.
In 1812, the Napoleonic Wars in far-off Europe began a chain of actions that would lead the United States into war against Britain and its colonies in Canada in the New World. This fascinating book reveals how U.S. president James Madison declared war on Britain for harming U.S. trade with Europe by naval blockade, for impressing U.S. citizens into the service of the British Royal Navy, for siding with Native Americans against the U.S., and for standing in the way of American expansion to the north into Canada.
Describes the requirements, education, and duties associated with becoming a Virtual Reality Specialist Includes profiles of prominent pioneers in the industry.
This book uses math and science to help students learn about Islands. Math challenge questions provide students with the opportunity to apply math skills as they learn about the characteristics of islands.
This book uses math and science to help students learn about mountains. Math challenge questions provide students with the opportunity to apply math skills as they learn about the characteristics of mountains.
The term "blog" was coined in 1997. Less than 10 years later there were over 150 million blogs. How did that happen? Who is responsible for their development? This book explores the role innovation and innovators had in the development of blogs.
This books helps students learn how to harness the power of video to inform and entertain. Includes background information and practical hands on activities.
An instructional guide created for youngsters tells them what they need to know to capture and share those special events digitally.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Air Traffic Controller, including training and skills needed.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Auto Technologist, including training and skills needed.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Carpenter, including training and skills needed.
Now matter what kind of food your favorite restaurant serves, it is sure to have chefs working behind the scenes. Readers will learn what it is like to work in a busy restaurant kitchen and how they can prepare for a career as a chef.
Fish are a major source of food for people around the world. Find out what it is like to work as a commercial fisher, from living and working on a boat to the hard work required to pull in huge nets of fish.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Dental Hygienist, including training and skills needed.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Electrician, including training and skills needed.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Heavy Equipment Operator, including training and skills needed.
Pipes carrying water run through the walls of our homes and beneath the streets we walk on. It is easy to see why plumbers are so important. Readers will find out what it is like to be a plumber. They will also learn which skills are required to make it in this career, as well as what sorts of obstacles and benefits they can expect on the job.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Multimedia Artist and Animator, including training and skills needed.
Part of the Career and Tech Education series, this book explains many aspects of the job of a Surgical Technologist, including training and skills needed.
Bioengineers combine science and engineering to create solutions for many kinds of problems. Find out more about what it takes to succeed as a bioengineer.
Meteorologists predict the weather so we know what to expect when we go outside. Learn more about how you can prepare for a career in meteorology.
Discover the processes that form everything from the smallest pebbles to the highest mountains.
A taste of sunshine! Take a look at the fascinating ways the Sun is involved in food production.
This book explores how human activity affects the Earth, e.g. the effects of human activity on groundwater and surface water, habitat destruction, construction, emissions, and pollution.
This book discusses how the Earth rotates on its axis, causing day and night, and revolves around the Sun, causing changes in season and weather occurrences.
