Natalie Hyde
1) Greek myths
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Presents an introduction to Greek mythology, discussing the history of ancient Greece, its gods and goddesses, the myths associated with the natural world, and the legacy of Greek culture on the modern world.
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Discusses the purpose of spies, the types of information they gather, and famous spies from throughout history. Also examines espionage training, skills, codes, and gadgets, as well as modern espionage using computers. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.
3) Ninjas
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Presents an overview of ninjas, including what ninjas are, the history of ninjas, legendary ninjas and their missions, and a description of skills ninjas often possess. Includes a timeline, a glossary, and a list of additional resources.
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Highlights the importance of protecting oceans, and explores the ways that humans rely on the oceans including oxygen production, water, food, transportation, and power. Discusses the threat that humans pose to the oceans and solutions to protecting the oceans. Profiles scientists and activists committed to protecting the oceans. Includes color photographs, fact boxes, maps, a glossary, and additional resources.
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Presents the origins and meaning of various Mesoamerican myths and discusses how these myths explained things about the natural world and daily life. Also illustrates the presence of Mesoamerican myths in contemporary culture. Includes full-color photographs, a glossary, a time chart, and further reading sources.
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Young readers will be astounded by the dynamic life in soil. This book describes why these often unseen organisms live in earth, what their ecological roles are, and how some must make adaptations to live there. Children will learn the value of even the smallest bacteria, understand the critical role that each organism plays, and be amazed by the impact that soil degradation has on an entire ecosystem.
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Soil Erosion and How to Prevent It helps young readers comprehend the impact of erosion on all life. This title addresses the value of soil, how soil is created, weathering, erosion, deposition, soil pollutants, natural versus human-induced erosion, impact on plants and animals, causes of erosion, and kid-friendly steps to preventing erosion.
10) Soccer science
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Examine some of the advancements in soccer gear, as well as the developments in stadiums around the world, which have helped make the game more enjoyable for players and fans alike.
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Why do people migrate to and settle in the places they do? Determining factors have included areas that offered defensive advantages, resources such as metals, salt, and fossil fuels, and locations on trading routes. In modern times proximity to commercial centers and transportation links, such as railways, canals, and airports, have become more important. The concepts of urbanization-the settlement and growth of cities-and suburbanization, the return...
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" ... looks at the challenges created by the building and running of the railroads in North America and the sweeping changes their construction brought. An examination of primary and secondary source materials helps readers critically analyze who built the railroads and why, and how they changed the movement of people and products. Topics include settlement--and nation-building, as well as who gained through railroad building--and who lost"--Back...
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It is estimated about 150 million people around the world are homeless. What homelessness means, why people become homeless, and how governments and organizations work to end homelessness are some of the topics addressed in this detailed examination of a complex problem.
19) LGBTQ rights
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"From the Compton's Cafeteria and Stonewall riots in the 1960s, to the decriminalization of homosexuality, and marriage rights, this thoughtful title examines the continuing fight for LGBTQ human and legal rights. Using fascinating primary and secondary source material, readers will gain insight into this evolving rights movement and be encouraged to think critically about the concepts of rights and freedoms in democratic societies. The effects of...
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Collaboration skills, or the ability to effectively work with people, are in high demand in today's connected world. The ability to work with diverse individuals across diverse platforms in our online world is essential in the 21st century. This title explores the skills and practices needed to be a successful collaborator in any situation covering topics such as establishing responsibilities, engineering plans, and becoming socially aware. With a...