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Yo-Yo Ma (Life Skills Biographies)

Written by Annie Buckley
Yo-Yo Ma is a world-class cellist who has won numerous Grammy awards and is beloved by audiences...
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Zebra Mussel (Animal Invaders)

Written by Susan Heinrichs Gray
Zebra Mussels are known for their striped shells and clingy habits. These natives of Europe and Asia...
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Electric Power Grid (Power Up!)

Written by Patricia Freeland Hynes
Describes how electricity is produced and delivered, why blackouts occur, and how to protect the...
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Pollution (Global Perspectives (Cherry Lake))

Written by Robert Green
What causes pollution? How does pollution affect the environment? Why should we care about pollution...
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Public Health Microbiologist (Cool Careers in Science)

Written by Tamra Orr
Much of the battle against disease is fought by these scientists and their amazing equipment. This...
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Rights and Values (Citizens & Their Governments)

Written by Patricia Hynes
Our unalienable rights, and efforts to protect them, are a foundation of American government. Those...
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Robert L Johnson (Life Skills Biographies)

Written by Annie Buckley
Readers will be introduced to Robert L. Johnson. They'll find out how his charisma, determination...
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Roberto Clemente (Life Skills Biographies)

Written by Vicky Franchino
Roberto Clemente was the first Hispanic American elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. Readers will...
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Rock Climbing (Healthy for Life (Library))

Written by Prof Michael Teitelbaum
Rock climbing can be the fun and exhilarating, and the best part is that it is an activity that also...
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Running (Healthy for Life)

Written by Ellen Labrecque

You don't need a lot of expensive equipment to start running. With a good pair of shoes and a desire...

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Running (Real World Math: Sports)

Written by Katie Marsico and Cecilia Minden
Learn about the connection between math and running.
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Salt (Global Products)

Written by Nancy Robinson Masters
You eat salt everyday, but did you know that only 20% of the world's salt is consumed as food? Read...
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Sea Lamprey (Animal Invaders)

Written by Barbara A Somervill
Sea Lamprey have invaded the Great Lakes where they have killed off native species and harmed the...
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Seaching for Oil (Power Up!)

Written by Kathleen Manatt
Oil is one of our most important natural resources. The searches for new sources and options for...
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Skateboarding (21st Century Skills Innovation Library)

Written by Jim Fitzpatrick
Whether you skateboard for transportation or like to hit the ramps at the local skateboard park...
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Skateboarding (Healthy for Life)

Written by Jim Fitzpatrick

You want intense? How about rocketing into the air off a vert ramp and sticking the landing in front...

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Skateboards (21st Century Skills Library: Global Products)

Written by Robert Green
Skateboards are not just popular in America, they are popular in England, China, and Japan as well...
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Skiing (Healthy for Life)

Written by Michael Teitelbaum

Skiing down a snowy slope is fun and exciting. Readers will find out what they need to get started...

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Smart Shopping (Real World Math: Personal Finance)

Written by Cecilia Minden
Do you know how to prioritize your purchases? This book introduces readers to effective shopping...
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Smoking (Health at Risk)

Written by Heather Miller

This book examines the basic concepts of smoking through the lens of the latest scientific studies...

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Snowboarding (21st Century Skills Innovation Library)

Written by Jim Fitzpatrick
A nice overview of the sport, in this book you will learn about snowboard equipment, safety, the...
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Snowboarding (Healthy for Life (Library))

Written by Jim Fitzpatrick
Whether you like speeding down snowy slopes or doing jumps and other tricks, snowboarding may be the...
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Soccer (Innovation in Sports)

Written by K C Kelley
In the complex world of the 21st century, the ability to use innovation to solve problems or make...
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Soccer (Real World Math: Sports)

Written by Cecilia Minden
Learn about the connection between math and soccer.
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