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Series
Lexile measure
1080L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Everyone's daily lives are affected by race and racism in America. Race and Economics examines the role race plays in people's economic well-being, delving into the historical institutions and laws that underpin today's system and exploring what governments and activists are doing to decrease disparities. Features include essential facts, a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
Author
Publisher
Core Library
Pub. Date
[2017]
Lexile measure
740L
Physical Desc
48 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Mechanical engineers design machines to improve transportation, explore the solar system, and save lives. Mechanical Engineering in the Real World examines the history of this branch of engineering, what mechanical engineers do today, and what's next for the field.
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Lexile measure
790L
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"From stage productions to television to movies, humans have always been entertained by a good story. But how might entertainment change in the future? From immersive virtual reality games to social media with 3-D holograms, readers can find out what cool new technologies might change the way they are entertained"--
Author
Series
Publisher
Captivate, Capstone Press, an imprint of Capstone
Pub. Date
[2020]
Lexile measure
770L
Physical Desc
48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Our world runs on energy! But traditional fossil fuels are doing great damage to the environment, and they will eventually run out. How might solar, water, wind and geothermal power come to our rescue? Readers can discover how different the world could look in the future with energy sources that are clean and renewable"--
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
850L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
"How does liquid batter turn into a solid cupcake? What causes baked goods to rise? Junior chefs will find delicious cupcake recipes with a healthy side of science. Sweet video tutorials and bonus materials offer an augmented reality experience through the free Capstone 4D app"--
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
800L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
What makes some candy sticky? How does a spoonful of sugar turn into your favorite sweet? Budding chefs will discover the science behind making candy all while enjoying some sweet treats. Video tutorials and bonus materials offer an augmented reality experience through the free Capstone 4D app.
Author
Publisher
Capstone Press
Pub. Date
2019.
Lexile measure
820L
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
Why does liquid expand as it freezes? How does sugar affect how sweet treats freeze? Budding chefs and popsicle aficionados will find delicious frozen treat recipes with a healthy side of science. Sweet video tutorials and bonus materials offer an augmented reality experience through the free Capstone 4D app.
Publisher
Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
120 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"During the 2020 Democratic primary campaign, candidate Andrew Yang's policy of universal basic income was something many Americans had never heard of. Yang's background as a tech entrepreneur likely influenced his platform, as he projected that within the next decade 1 of every 3 workers would be at risk of losing their jobs to new technologies. Basic income has been debated and piloted in countries around the world since the 1960s. While support...
Publisher
Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
120 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"The Founding Fathers took great pains to set up a government with three equal branches with the intent of limiting the powers of any one branch. Yet the executive branch possesses powers, known as executive privilege, which can be invoked to withhold information from the other branches in certain matters. But what happens when presidents use executive privilege to hide wrongdoing? How much does the public deserve to know? In this volume, experts...
10) Food security
Publisher
Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
120 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"More than 25 percent of the world's population experiences moderate or severe levels of food insecurity. The United States is not exempt: 35 million Americans do not have regular access to food that is safe and nutritious. The viewpoints in this volume address how this is possible in such a rich and resourceful nation. They also explore why so many urban and rural areas are now considered food deserts. Readers will examine the paradox of the obesity...
Publisher
Greenhaven Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
120 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Income inequality, which is the income gap between rich and poor, has widened steadily for the past fifty years in the United States. This gap affects women, immigrants, and racial and ethnic minorities most, and it can create problems that ripple through many aspects of our lives for generations to come. Why does income inequality exist, how does it affect our society, and how can we address it? The wide-ranging viewpoints in this volume explore...
Series
Publisher
Penworthy Company, LLC
Pub. Date
[2019]
Lexile measure
770L
Physical Desc
1 kit (60 parts): 1 book, 1 solar robot, snap circuits, manual, additional educational manual, mini car, hand crank, solar cell, rechargeable battery with USB adapter, windmill, liquid energy compartment, clock, analog meter, melody module, colorful lights ; in gusseted tote bag with a zip top, frontispiece pocket, black trim and two handles, 35 x 33 x 15 cm.
Language
English
Description
Our world runs on energy and the Green energy kit teaches kids about alternative energy sources that are clean and renewable. The kit introduces young engineers about energy and promotes hands-on exploration of energy concepts. Kids will be introduced to solar, wind, and geothermal power and encouraged to build over 125 different projects using alternative energy sources.
