Dwayne Hicks
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"Your muscles can allow you to move-to run, jump, dance, and do much more. But how exactly do they work? Readers will discover the answer to this question and much more inside this book. The . . . text is paired with clear, labeled diagrams to give readers a well-rounded approach to understanding the human musculature system. The text also includes information about muscle injuries and physical fitness"--
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"Your brain is a complex computer that controls everything you do. Your brain tells you when you're hurt and when you're feeling sick. It allows you to see, hear, and feel the word around you. Readers of this . . . guide will be amazed to learn about all the brain can do. The text also addresses the spinal cord and nerves"--
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"Plateaus are sometimes called tablelands-a nickname that makes sense, since these features' flat tops often resemble the smooth surface of a table. Readers of this . . . title learn all about these unique landforms, from how they form their signature flat tops to where they can be found around the world"--
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"Your heart is a very busy machine! It beats all the time to ensure that all the other parts of your body get the blood and nutrients they need to function properly. Detailed diagrams help readers visualize the heart's structure and basic function. The book also discusses the role of the circulatory system, diseases of the heart, and more"--
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"Your lungs are constantly at work exchanging carbon dioxide created by your body with fresh oxygen from the air. We couldn't live without lungs! Readers will learn about the process of respiration with manageable text and labeled diagrams. Other topics include the respiratory system, the diaphragm, and diseases of the lungs"--
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"Your stomach is the first stop on food's journey through your digestive system. It's where the body starts to break food down into the nutrients your body needs to survive. Readers will . . . learn that the inside of their stomach is filled with acid and microorganisms! Age-appropriate diagrams help readers comprehend potentially difficult topics. The text also includes information about stomach illnesses and proper diet"--
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Water is essential to survival. It's important to always have water on hand, especially when people venture into the wild. However, there may come a time when water isn't easily available, and a person's survival skills must kick in. This text prepares readers for this kind of situation. Readers learn the basics for finding water in different environments. Through age-appropriate text with accompanying images, they learn how to locate sources of water,...
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The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
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2022
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There's a lot more to being a good leader than standing in front of a group and telling them what to do. Effective leadership includes communication skills, confidence, compassion, discipline, and the ability to connect with your audience. This guide discusses the characteristics a leader needs and suggests ways for readers to reach their goals. Readers will also understand why it's important to treat group members with respect and compassion,
...10) That's a Canyon!
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Many young readers have heard of canyons. Maybe they've even seen one on a family vacation or school trip. However, they may not understand what makes something a canyon or exactly how canyons are formed. Readers will learn to identify canyons and find out how, over many years, rushing rivers can cut through rock to create these breathtaking landforms. Manageable sections of text are paired with attention-grabbing photographs, ensuring that readers...
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The equator is Earth's longest line of latitude, and it passes over numerous countries and many miles of ocean. It's always hot near the equator, and readers learn why inside this map-packed volume. Other topics include Earth's axis, rotation, and yearly trip around the sun and how these concepts affect the climate near the equator and around the world. The manageable text is paired with diagrams and colorful photographs, and the book ends with information...
13) Those Are Hills!
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Hills may seem like a fairly simple landform, but when you delve into the different types of hills that exist, how they're formed, and how they impact the world around them, there's much to be learned. This engaging guide offers a detailed summary of these fascinating features. Colorful photographs show a variety of different kinds of hills and help readers learn to identify the landforms when they see them. This volume's content reinforces science...
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Young readers and listeners alike will enjoy visiting a school library with the main character, Rashid. This story explains the importance of rules in the school library with manageable text, familiar situations, and adorable illustrations. The narrative covers several essential rules, including taking turns, respecting others, and cleaning up after yourself. Rashid and his classmates have fun and learn new things, all while following the rules of...
15) Rules in Class
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It's the first day of school! Abby is excited to meet her new teacher, Mr. Bauer, and learn all about her new classroom. The first day is a big day to learn the rules of the classroom. Readers and young listeners will follow along as Abby and her friends learn how to behave in class, while having fun. The gorgeous illustrations are paired with manageable text to make this narrative both an enjoyable read as well as a memorable learning experience....
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It's the first day of school! Abby is excited to meet her new teacher, Mr. Bauer, and learn all about her new classroom. The first day is a big day to learn the rules of the classroom. Readers and young listeners will follow along as Abby and her friends learn how to behave in class, while having fun. The gorgeous illustrations are paired with manageable text to make this narrative both an enjoyable read as well as a memorable learning experience....
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It's the first day of school! Abby is excited to meet her new teacher, Mr. Bauer, and learn all about her new classroom. The first day is a big day to learn the rules of the classroom. Readers and young listeners will follow along as Abby and her friends learn how to behave in class, while having fun. The gorgeous illustrations are paired with manageable text to make this narrative both an enjoyable read as well as a memorable learning experience....
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"Remember the Alamo!" is one of the most memorable and meaningful quotes from U.S. history, so memorable that we still study the battle to understand its significance to our lives today. Numerous primary sources about the Alamo transport readers into the past to learn about this momentous development in U.S. history. Documents written by Álvar Núñez Cabeza de Vaca, Davy Crockett, and William Barret Travis help readers grasp the lasting significance...
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In some areas, tall mountains make for quite striking landforms. With the help of this informative guide, readers won't have to scale the tallest peaks to learn all about these fascinating landforms. Age-appropriate text correlates closely with vibrant photographs, making it easy for readers to learn to identify mountains and differentiate them from similar landforms, such as hills. This engaging volume reinforces key science and social studies curricula...
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In this narrative, the main character, Hunter, learns what it means to be safe on the playground. Readers join Hunter as he interacts with friends and teachers during a spring day outside on the playground. Hunter, as well as young readers and listeners, learns the importance of basic rules, such as waiting your turn and playing safely. The gorgeous illustrations and relatable text are sure make this book a hit with readers.