Marcia Amidon Lüsted
1) Maryland
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Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
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English
Description
Looks at the state of Maryland, discussing its climate, geography, economy, population, and history.
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Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
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English
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"Issues surrounding food in the modern world are found throughout today's headlines. What does it mean to eat a gluten-free or organic diet? Are all processed foods bad for you? How do you keep your food safe in the kitchen? Food Matters answers all of these questions and more. Learn about food history and controversies, and find fun recipes and activities to try yourself"--Page [4] of cover.
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Rosen Publishing
Pub. Date
2017
Language
English
Description
Balances personal anecdotes from real young people in troubled situations with valuable resources to help out anyone who is homeless. Whether it's a friend in need or a reader personally dealing with this kind of crisis, there are easily applicable, real-world suggestions on how to stay off the streets or use the resources that are available for those who are homeless.
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Mitchell Lane Publishers
Pub. Date
©2018
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English
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"This book explores eight railroads and subways that are lifelines for transportation in the U.S., but are overloaded and often falling apart. Whether it's Boston's T, Washington DC's Metro, the Crescent Corridor railroad route, or a Desert Line railroad running from the U.S. into Mexico, these pieces of infrastructure are very important to the entire country, but need emergency repairs and expansion right now."--Provided by publisher.
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English
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Learn about the rights and freedoms protected by the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, including their history and importance for Americans today. Additional features to aid comprehension include fact-filled captions and sidebars, detailed photographs, informational diagrams, a table of contents, a phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and an introduction to the author. Our nation was founded on the notion that a...
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English
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You may know that the U.K. pop group One Direction broke records when it hit the U.S. music scene. The singers' album Up All Night debuted at number one on the U.S. Billboard charts. But did you know that: • the stars didn't know each other before getting their big break on The X Factor with Simon Cowell? • the band needed 100 security guards for its first performance in Dallas, Texas? • one of the band members has a fear of spoons? Want to...
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English
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Packed with exciting facts and important aspects on military ships, this title also provides historical context, compelling photos, primary source quotations, and critical thinking activities. The title also includes a glossary, web links, and additional resources. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing Company.
14) Hippocrates
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English
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Hippocrates, who was born in 460 BCE and lived during the Golden Age of Greece, is known as the Father of Modern Medicine. He is responsible for changing the way that ancient Greeks thought about medicine. No longer were illnesses seen as punishments from the gods or the result of superstition. Hippocrates' method of treating illnesses was based on observation. His ideas that the parts of the body functioned as a whole in sickness and in health were...
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English
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This title examines the remarkable lives of Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph and their work building the groundbreaking company Netflix. Readers will learn about each founder's background and education, as well as his early career. Also covered is a look at how Netflix operates, issues the company faces, its successes, and its impact on society. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline,...
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English
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Most people have heard about Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin's 1969 moon landing. But there was another important crew member on that mission who's often forgotten-the command module pilot Michael Collins. With key biographical information and related historical events, this Capstone Captivate book uncovers Collins's story and his essential role in the historic 1969 moon landing.
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English
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This title examines the role of espionage during World War II, focusing on the extensive training, clever tools, and dangerous missions that enabled spies and saboteurs to contribute to the war effort. Compelling narrative text and well-chosen historical photographs and primary sources make this book perfect for report writing. Features include a glossary, a selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and essential...
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English
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On June 2, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the most sweeping civil rights legislation since the Reconstruction era, after the Civil War. This act made discrimination in public places and workplaces illegal, and required public schools and other public facilities to be integrated. Learn how the act created controversy in Congress and resulted in a dramatic fifty-four-day filibuster, and how it passed through President Johnson's determination...
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English
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This title examines the life of Blake Shelton. Readers will learn about Shelton's childhood, family, education, and rise to fame. Colorful graphics, oversize photos, and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text that explores Shelton's early interest in music and talent in singing and songwriting that led to the release of his albums. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint...
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English
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The most secret and elite of special forces groups, U.S. Army Delta Force fights terrorism, hunts down war criminals, and performs dangerous surveillance missions. Delta Force soldiers cannot officially be part of the military because of their extremely high-risk, classified missions, so they often disguise themselves as civilians. The best of the best, Delta Force will take on any mission, no matter how risky.