John Perritano

Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) have never been more important. Just about every part of our lives is touched by one or more of those fields. In this book, check out many stories from the world of Transportation, including these breaking headlines: Science: Will Electric Plane SUGAR Be a Sweet Ride? Technology: Yes . . . Thats a Flying Car Engineering: Building the Worlds Best Transport Tunnel Math: No MathNo Maglev: Counting on...

Indigenous peoples, British settlers, recent immigrant groups: Australia's past—along with the vast continent it occupies—gives the country its unique character. The astounding beauty of the Great Barrier Reef; the Outback still home to many aborigines; the native instrument called the didgeridoo; world-class cities such as Melbourne and Sydney—these highlights and more are celebrated in this volume on Australia's customs and

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Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) have never been more important. Just about every part of our lives is touched by one or more of those fields. In this book, check out many stories from the world of Agriculture, including these breaking headlines: Science: Pond Scum Studies Aid Farmers Technology: Texting to Track African Agriculture Engineering: Urban Rooftops Convert to Fertile Farms Math: Calculating Soil Erosion Saves Lives Find...

Things aren't quite right at Copernicus Middle School when substitute history teacher Mr. Green enters the picture. He knows a little too much about ancient Egypt. Equally puzzling is the new student, Molly Stone, another expert on Egyptian history. Meanwhile, earthquakes and volcanoes are violently shaking the planet. Could these strange events be linked- and possibly to an ancient Egyptian prophecy? Dr. I.N. Stein calls on the Kid Squad to find...

When an archaeologist in India finds a magical stone in an ancient burial ground, he falls victim to its evil powers. He becomes the evil rakshasa and begins turning villagers into zombies! A mysterious old woman from India asks for Pi's help in defeating the rakshasa, so Pi heads to India. But soon she needs help herself! Can Dr. Stein and the rest of the Kid Squad - Athena, Gadget, and Tank - come to her rescue, or will the rakshasa strike another...

Under orders of the US president, Colonel Bragg hires two companies to build the world's first robotic armies. The two armies fight in a mock battle to determine which company gets the contract. Project Battle Bot was meant to bring peace to the world. But as the robots start using real weapons and thinking for themselves, it is clear that peace will not be the outcome. Colonel Bragg and his aid, Dr. I.N. Stein, call on Pi, Athena, Gadget, and Tank...

Theme: Hi-lo, nonfiction, weather Weather happens every day. Sometimes it is wild. Hurricanes, tsunamis, and tornadoes are just some of the wild weather events in the world that have taken many lives and destroyed cities. Engage your most struggling readers in grades 4-7 with Red Rhino Nonfiction! This new series features high-interest topics in every content area. Visually appealing full-color photographs and illustrations, fun facts, and short chapters...

Marijuana has been controversial for a long time. Some point out that marijuana is safer than other legal drugs and even has medical benefits for particular illnesses. Others worry about the drug's "gateway" potential and the potentially destructive effects of long-term use. As many U.S. states reconsider their pot legislation, this book provides the facts and dispels myths about that plant called marijuana. From caffeine and aspirin to heroin and...

Located in central Europe, Austria is a country known for its scenic mountains, crystal lakes, and winding Danube River. Once a great empire, Austria was for centuries one of the most dominant forces in Europe. Learn about Austria's fascinating history, culture, geography, and more in Austria, an Exploring Countries book.

Drugs that are derived from (or mimic the effects of) the poppy are some of humanity's oldest and most powerful. In fact, opiate drugs were the main tools of doctors for centuries. Unfortunately, misuse of opiates has reached epidemic levels, destroying lives and tearing families apart. This book looks at the history and effects of opiates and introduces readers to treatments that can help turn users' lives around. From caffeine and aspirin to heroin...