Marne Ventura
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Utilizes the lens of STEM--science, technology, engineering, and math--to study the Daytona 500 sporting event. Discusses how STEM elements, ranging from weather and temperature to how cameras, computers, the designs of the stadium, and knowledge of mathematical statistics can affect the outcome of the event. Includes a glossary.
64) STEM in baseball
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This title examines the STEM concepts that make baseball so engaging. From the physics of pitching and batting to the technology of Doppler radar, chapters bring STEM concepts to life.
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"From Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman doctor in the United States, to Tu Youyou, who found a cure for malaria, Ronald McDonald House co-founder Audrey Evans, and Dr. Susan Love, who is working to end breast cancer, this book profiles 12 dedicated women in medicine from around the world. Each chapter includes attention-grabbing photos, biographical details, and fascinating facts. Sidebars go beyond the basics, and prompts invite readers to think...
66) The planets
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"Describes the planets and the history of human exploration of the planets"--Provided by publisher.
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Showcases twelve female pioneers in sports. Briefly describes their lives and work and spotlights facts about their careers. Short essays at the end of the book highlight female athletes who are relatively unknown. Includes a glossary, resources for further reading, and an index.
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A central control system keeps every part of the body running. This title explores key parts of this control system, such as the brain and spinal cord, and how they help the body function. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject.
78) Floods
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Describes the causes and effects of floods, and how to stay safe in one. Includes color photographs, a timeline, a quiz, a glossary, and online resources.
79) Asteroids
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"Describes asteroids, what asteroids are, how scientists study them, and why they are important"--Provided by publisher.