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Louise A Spilsbury
Those lost in the rainforest have a lot to be worried about. From sudden rainstorms to disease-carrying insects, there are a lot of dangers that need to be considered. However…
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Climbing a mountain takes bravery and training even without considering the dangers that could await climbers. Lighting strikes, avalanches, sheer cliffs, and terrible cold can all be life-threatening, and readers…
When trekking north or south to Earth’s poles, the number one concern of travelers is likely the cold, and it should be. Frostbite, hypothermia, and more are real dangers, but…
Dehydration, freezing night temperatures, scorpions…these are just some of the dangers that await those traveling through the desert. With preparation, anyone can survive, but what if something goes wrong? This…
Find out about careers that help shape and save the lives of others
Explores how brave men and women begin a career in firefighting, the skills they need to carry out their job, the equipment they use to fight fires and save lives…
Emergency medical technicians are heroes on the move. As first responders, they have to stay calm and act quickly. They also need to operate complex equipment and do everything they…
The ability to speak in front of an audience is a crucial skill in school, career, and life. Both the content of a good speech and the ways to conquer…
This book offers a balanced debate on the issue of same-sex marriage. With same-sex marriage being adopted in more states, this book will inform and educate readers about the changing…
Provides information on how to survive if stranded in the polar regions, including staying warm, finding food and water, and keeping clear of cracks and crevasses.
The ocean covers 71% of Earths surface. This informative book uses vibrant photographs and accessible text to introduce readers to this vast environment. Readers will learn about the dangers of…
Ravines and peaks are just some of the many dangers of mountains. Readers will learn essential survival techniques in this educational volume. Colorful photographs show the dangers that lurk in…
More than 38 million people around the world live with HIV/AIDS. For decades, scientists have been studying AIDS and the HIV virus that causes it. This fascinating book describes its…
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Un excellent ouvrage multidisciplinaire pour en savoir plus sur la guerre, les conflits et le terrorisme.
An excellent cross-curricular resource that looks at themes of…
Ce livre explique les concepts de racisme, de prejuges et d'intolerance tout en encourageant des discussions sur le respect et la securite.
Explains the concepts…
Pourquoi devons-nous nous plier a des regles? Cela peut parfois etre difficile de ne pas simplement faire ce que l'on veut, mais les regles sont…
Discuss the FBI and what it is like to work for the organization.
Discuss the DEA and what it is like to work for the organization.
Discuss INTERPOL and what it is like to work for the organization.
Discuss the Secret Service and what it is like to work for the organization.
The U.S. Army Special Forces is an elite group of soldiers whose work is often classified. Although their missions are often secretive, their heroism is widely known, and readers are…
Explores the human brain using simple flowcharts to break down difficult concepts into accessible chunks.
Nestled in the rainforest, the Maya were an incredibly advanced civilization for their time. They created amazing inventions to help them thrive in such an intense environment. This book introduces…
The amazing accomplishments of Ancient Rome can still feel like a mystery to many. From the modern day calendar to the earliest incarnation of the book, it is stunning to…
Ancient Greece is known for being the place where democracy was born. This civilization was rich with culture, and they valued great thinkers and philosophers highly. Readers learn about the…
Ancient China may have existed thousands of years ago, but its civilization was incredibly rich with culture. This book explores the clues that have been left behind from this fascinating…
Can you imagine surviving in the rainforest? How did the Aztecs do it thousands of years ago and even develop a thriving civilization? This book explores the amazing world of…
