This title examines some of the diverse struggles that families face, offering helpful suggestions on how to cope, grow, and move forward.

With charts, maps, and illustrations, this book examines key concepts about forces and motion.

With charts, maps, and illustrations, this book examines key concepts about weather and climate.

Highlights the history and achievements of the US Marine Corps, exploring the key missions and important roles in protecting the United States, while discussing cutting-edge technology and weapons used.

Examines the fascinating life of Pink, her childhood, family, education, her early interest and talent in music, her rise to fame, and her charitable foundations.

Learn about the great scientist Rachel Carson as she sparked the environmental movement. You'll read about her life, the science behind her studies, and the impact of her work on the world today. Glossary of key words Index Reviewed Table of contents Timeline of key events Great Moments in Science reveals these great scientists and their moments of discovery. Learn about their lives, the science behind their studies, and the impact of their work on...

Includes facts on the top 12 inventions of America, from the lightbulb to basketball and blue jeans to the personal computer.

This title examines the remarkable lives of Steve Chen, Chad Hurley, and Jawed Karim and their work building the groundbreaking company YouTube. Readers will learn about Chen, Hurley, and Karim's backgrounds and education, as well as their early careers. Also covered is a look at how YouTube operates and issues the company faces, such as handling copyright violations, controlling inappropriate content, and selling the company to Google. Color photos,...

Explores the engineering challenges behind building rockets, as well as the creative solutions found to overcome those challenges. Accessible text, vibrant photos, and an engineering activity for readers provide a well-rounded introduction to the engineering process.

Fossil fuels have become an important source of energy worldwide, but the process of extracting and transporting them can greatly affect the planet. This title examines the different methods for extracting oil, natural gas, and coal as well as how fossil fuels can pollute the environment and cause health issues in both humans and animals. It also looks at steps being taken to regulate fossil fuel extraction, ways in which activists have taken action...