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Cover of Ancient Chinese Technology
by Jennifer Culp
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2016

The ancient Chinese were an innovative and creative people who developed some of the inventions we still use today. From fireworks to folding umbrellas, this thought-provoking volume highlights some of the most fascinating technological developments of the time. Readers will be riveted by the engaging...
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Call of Duty

Vince Zampella, Grant Collier, and Jason West

by Jennifer Culp
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2014

The video-game franchise Call of Duty has earned millions of fans through its realistic, engaging representation of both contemporary and historical wars. The story behind the game’s development is just as contentious. Vince Zampella, Grant Collier, Jason West, and their development studio Infinity...
Cover of I Have Been Sexually Abused. Now What?
by Jennifer Culp
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2014

Sexual abuse of children and teens is shockingly common, not to mention under-reported and under-prosecuted. Fortunately, research and education are helping to change that. The trauma of sexual abuse may lead to further long-term symptoms such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, eating disorders, and substance...
Cover of Jobs in Green Travel and Tourism
by Jacqueline Ching
Language: English
Release Date: January 15, 2010

In this book, we’ll look closely at dozens of careers within the broad field of green travel and tourism. Students will learn about many concepts that are relatively new, such as "carbon offsets" and "renewable energy projects." While the green travel and tourism is just in its...
Cover of Cómo mejorar tus discursos (Strengthening Public Speaking Skills)
by Don Rauf
Language: Spanish
Release Date: July 15, 2017

One of the skills employers want most in new hires is the ability to speak well. Public speaking can not only advance a person in almost any career but can also help an individual do better in school as well. Following the English Language Arts standards for Speaking and Listening, this book teaches...
Cover of North Korea and South Korea
by Cath Senker
Language: English
Release Date: August 1, 2012

Before 1945, there was a single nation called Korea; after the defeat of the Japanese in World War II, Japanese-occupied Korea was divided into two nations, North Korea and South Korea. South Korea is a republic ruled by a president, while North Korea is a totalitarian government, ruled by a dictator....
Cover of The Election of Barack Obama
by Jason Porterfield
Language: English
Release Date: January 15, 2010

The election of President Barack Obama was a watershed moment in American politics. This book examines Obama’s historic presidential victory while also looking back at the U.S. Civil Rights Movement, the transformation of race relations in the United States, and the achievements of prominent African...
Cover of Careers as a Cyberterrorism Expert
by Jason Porterfield
Language: English
Release Date: January 15, 2011

We now live in a world that has a heightened awareness and deep concern about terrorism. Interesting antiterrorism-based careers are experiencing a boom, including the role of cyberterrorism expert. Cyber attacks threaten our very infrastructure, and this book explores how cyberterrorism experts tackle...
Cover of Angry Birds and Rovio Entertainment
by Jason Porterfield
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2014

Since its release for Apple's iPhone in 2009, Angry Birds has been one of the most successful video games in history. Although Angry Birds seemed to be an overnight success, the game was actually the result of years of struggle by Rovio Entertainment, the Finnish company that created it. The company's...
Cover of Niklas Zennström and Skype
by Jason Porterfield
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2013

In 2003, Swedish businessman Niklas Zennström sent out an email message to his friends, asking them to take a look at a new Web site called Skype.com. With that message, he launched one of the most popular Internet services of the early twenty-first century. Skype revolutionized the way that people...
Cover of Ritalin
by Jason Porterfield
Language: English
Release Date: January 15, 2009

Ritalin is considered by some to be one of the most overprescribed drugs. This book investigates the benefits versus the drawbacks of Ritalin use (both legal and illegal) and the cautions young people and parents should take before using the drug.
Cover of The Third Amendment
by Jason Porterfield
Language: English
Release Date: January 15, 2011

The Third Amendment guarantees that soldiers cannot be quartered with U.S. citizens during times of peace. At the time of its passage, this amendment made a significant difference in the lives of American citizens. It formed a separation between America’s military and its civilians. Although seldom...
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Marco Polo

Epic Traveler Throughout Asia

by Jason Porterfield
Language: English
Release Date: July 15, 2016

Upon returning to his native Venice from a nearly 25-year journey through Asia, Marco Polo fueled the Western imagination with his tales about the splendors of the East. This lively biography follows Marco’s intrepid family as they navigate the spice stalls, caravansaries, and dangers that once...
Cover of Freedom of Speech or Defamation? Expressing Yourself on the Web
by Jason Porterfield
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2012

Digital communication has quickly become a dominant form of interaction in our society and worldwide. The instantaneous convenience of conversation and dialog with friends down the street or strangers halfway across the globe is a wondrous technological development and one with enormous potential...
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