Amethysts (Gems: Nature's Jewels)

The amethyst has been a desirable gem for thousands of years. Today, the purple stones are mined all over the world and set into brilliant jewelry. Readers learn the geologic process that creates an amethyst as well as how the presence of iron or manganese may contribute to its color. Interesting fact boxes add even more detail to the main content, which covers topics supportive of the science and social studies curriculums. Full-color photographs bring readers close to this precious gem both polished and set and in its natural state inside a geode.

Children's Books

Mahoney, Emily

Animals

Gareth Stevens Pub.

Becoming a State Governor (Who's Your Candidate? Choosing Government Leaders)

Explains how to become a state governor in the United States and what a governor's role in state government is.

Education & Reference

A state governor is the leader of all the people of a state, just like a leader of an organization speaks for its people. Being a leader in a school or community organization is a great experience, but it takes a lot of work. The road to becoming a politician can seem complicated, especially when you think about being elected. With content that explores the role of the state governor, who is eligible, and how one is elected, this book uniquely relates state governors experiences to readers working for student leadership positions.

Becoming a State Governor (Who's Your Candidate? Choosing Government Leaders, 3)

The Science of Soccer (Sports Science)

Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world, and its popularity in America is growing with each Major League Soccer season. Every big play that makes fans stand up and cheer is only possible because of science. Readers discover the important science concepts behind every part of a soccer game. Informative sidebars and detailed graphic organizers are included to enhance readers understanding of these concepts. Theyre also used to make connections between the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and math as they relate to soccer. A wide variety of STEM curriculum topics are introduced in a relatable way, with colorful photographs providing real-life examples for readers.

The Science of Soccer (Sports Science, 6)

Powerkids Pr

Soccer is one of the most popular sports in the world, and its popularity in America is growing with each Major League Soccer season. Every big play that makes fans stand up and cheer is only possible because of science. Readers discover the important science concepts behind every part of a soccer game. Informative sidebars and detailed graphic organizers are included to enhance readers’ understanding of these concepts. They’re also used to make connections between the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and math as they relate to soccer. A wide variety of STEM curriculum topics are introduced in a relatable way, with colorful photographs providing real-life examples for readers.

The ancient Aztec people had a complex and fascinating culture with their own religious rituals, ceremonies, and art. Readers explore the details of Aztec culture through informative text designed to reflect social studies curriculum topics. Full-color photographs and historical images allow readers to immerse themselves in this unique culture. Carefully chosen primary sources are included to provide a direct link between past and present. Did the Aztec people really perform human sacrifices? Readers will find out when they explore the incredible world of ancient Aztec culture.

Ancient Aztec Culture (Spotlight on the Maya, Aztec, and Inca Civilizations)

History

Technology is guiding force in all civilizations. Readers discover the role technology played in ancient Aztec life through text designed to reflect essential social studies curriculum topics. Accessible text introduces readers to the technology used by ancient Aztecs, helping them make their own comparisons to the technology available to us today. Colorful photographs and historical images bring readers into the world of the ancient Aztec people. Primary sources are also included to enhance readers learning experience. What did the Aztec people use to make their tools and weapons? Readers will have fun finding out.

Ancient Aztec Technology (Spotlight on the Maya, Aztec, and Inca Civilizations)

Technology is guiding force in all civilizations. Readers discover the role technology played in ancient Aztec life through text designed to reflect essential social studies curriculum topics. Accessible text introduces readers to the technology used by ancient Aztecs, helping them make their own comparisons to the technology available to us today. Colorful photographs and historical images bring readers into the world of the ancient Aztec people. Primary sources are also included to enhance readers’ learning experience. What did the Aztec people use to make their tools and weapons? Readers will have fun finding out.

The American Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s marked a shift in how African Americans were treated in the United States. This volume highlights the important events and figures that made this movement successful. The book introduces readers to important activists who fought for civil rights by raising their voices and refusing to accept unfair laws. Photographs and primary sources provide readers with a firsthand look at the history of the movement. Finally, readers will learn what can still be done to further equality for African Americans in the United States and how they can be a part of the movement.

American Civil Rights Movement (Civic Participation: Fighting for Rights)

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Amethysts (Gems: Nature's Jewels)

Becoming a State Governor (Who's Your Candidate? Choosing Government Leaders)

Becoming a State Governor (Who's Your Candidate? Choosing Government Leaders, 3)

The Science of Soccer (Sports Science, 6)

The Science of Soccer (Sports Science)

Ancient Aztec Culture (Spotlight on the Maya, Aztec, and Inca Civilizations)

Ancient Aztec Culture (Spotlight on the Maya, Aztec, and Inca Civilizations)

Ancient Aztec Technology (Spotlight on the Maya, Aztec, and Inca Civilizations)

Ancient Aztec Technology (Spotlight on the Maya, Aztec, and Inca Civilizations)

American Civil Rights Movement (Civic Participation: Fighting for Rights)