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Summary: "Bringing Back Our Oceans explains why oceans are at risk and how people are combating plastics pollution, restoring marine biodiversity, and preserving our oceans for future generations. This title also explores the science behind ocean ecosystems and ocean currents. Features include a cause-and-effect flow chart, a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Essential Library 2018
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1 available in Juvenile, Call number: J755.54 CSSHand, Carol
Summary: "From working with dogs to horses to elephants, there is a job out there for every person who loves working with animals. And the ones in this volume don't require college! Giving readers all the tools they need to begin a career working with animals, this text is filled with exciting and colorful animal photos, informative sidebars, and some information from individuals who work with animals...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. 2014
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 331 HANHand, Carol
Summary: As our world́s population grows, so to does our need for energy. Scientists seek the next breakthrough in new technology while constantly finding ways to make current solutions cheaper and more efficient. In this title, discover what biomass energy is, its history, how we use it today, and how new technologies can contribute to our energy future. Learn about cutting-edge biofuels, including...
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Publisher / Publication Date: ABDO Pub. Co. 2013
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 333.9539 HANHand, Carol
Summary: "Wildfire destruction is worse than it should be. In the 2017 fires, robocalls and digital alerts came too late to help many people. Warnings reached only a small percentage of the population. A better understanding of wildfires is badly needed. STEM concepts--ideas from the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math--can provide a foundation for developing new solutions for dealing...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rosen Publishing 2020
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 363.37 HANHand, Carol
Summary: Bringing Back Our Tropical Forests explains why tropical forests are at risk and how people are combating deforestation, encouraging sustainable agricultural practices, and preserving tropical forests. This title also explores the science behind tropical peatland forests and the layers of a rain forest. Features include a cause-and-effect flow chart, a glossary, references, websites, source...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Publishing 2018
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Summary: Learn what rocks are made of and learn geologists use rocks and minerals to learn about the Earth's history.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Children's Press 2012
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Summary: Sustainable Agriculture covers a broad spectrum of issues related to advances in farming technology, such as sustainable soil, sustainable water, sustainable energy, and biotechnology. High-impact photos and explanatory graphics and charts bring scientific concepts to life. Features include essential facts, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2016
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 631.5 HANHand, Carol
Summary: "This field guide highlights 100 snakes found throughout the world. Readers will gain a greater understanding of these creatures and will be able to identify them in the wild." --
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Publisher / Publication Date: Abdo Reference, an imprint of Abdo Publishing 2023
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Summary: "Often young people assume that, because they are healthy, they can do without health insurance. Then, the unexpected happens--a car accident or a serious illness--and they are left with a mountain of medical bills they cannot pay. This volume explains exactly what health insurance does for people, and the types of health care plans, including private, group, and government plans, and their...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rosen Publishing 2020
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1 available in Young Adult Non-fiction, Call number: YA 368.38 HANHand, Carol
Summary: "Exposes 12 of the most enduring myths about weather. Full-color spreads give readers essential information about each myth, including why it exists, the key players who proved it wrong, and what the truth really is"--Provided by publisher.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 12-Story Library 2017