Health And Daily Living category: 1447 books

You can buy many of them in the supermarket—so how dangerous can inhalants be? Very. Just ask the parents of Kyle Williams, or of Dave, whose portrait hangs in an exhibition about the dangers of using drugs. Both boys died as a result of using inhalants. Inhalants and Solvents: Sniffing Disaster...

It has been used in sacred ceremonies, in medicine, and as a life-saving cash crop in the New World. But today, tobacco is a problem—a big problem. It is one of the first substances to which young people become addicted, and it contains thousands of chemicals that are dangerous to smokers and to...

Good Food at the Food Truck uses a curriculum based approach to get children comfortable with reading and start them thinking about healthy choices. This book uses a combination of sight words and short-vowel words in repetition to build recognition and confidence. Bold, colorful photographs help...

For many high school graduates, college is a way to get ahead, but going to college is not the only way for young adults to succeed. Many people choose to enter the workforce after high school to start earning money and gaining experience right away. These motivated young workers can have rewarding...

Each book in the My Friendly Neighborhood series is written for the earliest readers and dedicated to describing a neighborhood worker. This book studies the responsibilities of veterinarians. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a glossary and index.

Disagreements are a normal occurrence among friends and family, and learning how to resolve conflicts is an important part of childhood development. Featuring TIME For Kids content, this nonfiction reader teaches students how to resolve disputes while introducing them to important concepts like empathy,...

Scientists have learned a lot in the last 400 years since bacteria was discovered. Today, bacteria's impact goes beyond medicine and science. Engineers want to use bacteria to solve problems. Designers want to use it, too. There are plans for a bacteria energy farm. A biologist is designing new concrete...

Alexander meets nine berries from blueberries to elderberries, a fun and informative book about the joys of eating healthy food and following a fit lifestyle. With colorful, cheerful pictures and a narrative that is a bit science and a bit adventure, the book is certain to engage and entertain kids....

Have you ever had thoughts like these … I’m so stupid. I’ll never get an A in math. I’m sure the whole world is staring at the zits on my chin. Why can’t I be as pretty as the popular girls? We’ve all been there. Some days it seems like every other girl...

The bones of the skeletal system give our bodies the support they require. Learn how bone forms, the difference between spongy bone and compact bone, how to keep bones healthy, and more. Chapters focusing on the spine, hands, and skull inform readers about key bone groupings. Consideration is given...

According to the American Justice Department in 2011, 1 in every 3 kids will be bullied. Here's some soul-soothing support from author, P. M. Kearns, to help students and families survive the life-threatening stress caused by bullying. IN TUMBLE'S WORLD© was released in October 2011...

Every kid has heard their parents say it over and over again. "Make sure you drink plenty of water." But do you know why? Because if you don't you body will actually dry out! It's called dehydration. Every day you sweat some water out of you. You also loose some every time you go to the...

Be aware! Sharing this book with children may save lives and be very enjoyable no matter how many times it is read and practiced. Fire Dog Bailey’s Kid’s Book of Fire Safety shares six vital, fire-safety lessons (with practice exercises) for kids of all ages. Bailey a big, furry Golden...

Bacteria and humankind interact in incredibly complex ways. Many bacteria can be both harmful to individuals and human society, but others are necessary to human digestion, food production, and many other processes that help humans thrive. This book delves into the various kinds of bacteria, their...