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The Science of Baseball

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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Baseball is the perfect sport to see STEM concepts in action From the forces at work when a pitch becomes a home run to the geometry on display on the diamond, it's easy to see examples of STEM at the ballpark. Readers dive even deeper into this topic as they explore the science of baseball with the help of detailed main text, fact boxes, and sidebars. They can even find quotes from experts in both baseball and science and see photographs of ballplayers in action in the past and present.

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The Science of Baseball

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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Baseball is the perfect sport to see STEM concepts in action From the forces at work when a pitch becomes a home run to the geometry on display on the diamond, it's easy to see examples of STEM at the ballpark. Readers dive even deeper into this topic as they explore the science of baseball with the help of detailed main text, fact boxes, and sidebars. They can even find quotes from experts in both baseball and science and see photographs of ballplayers in action in the past and present.

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The Science of Basketball

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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The science of basketball is a fascinating topic that combines one of today's most popular sports with the principles that make it possible. As readers explore this high-interest approach to curriculum concepts such as physics, they learn that science is at work all around them--and that it can even be used to perfect their jump shot With each turn of the page, they encounter annotated quotes from experts, fact boxes, sidebars, and captivating visual elements such as graphs, diagrams, and photographs, making this learning experience a slam dunk

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The Science of Basketball

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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The science of basketball is a fascinating topic that combines one of today's most popular sports with the principles that make it possible. As readers explore this high-interest approach to curriculum concepts such as physics, they learn that science is at work all around them--and that it can even be used to perfect their jump shot With each turn of the page, they encounter annotated quotes from experts, fact boxes, sidebars, and captivating visual elements such as graphs, diagrams, and photographs, making this learning experience a slam dunk

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The Science of Gymnastics

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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It may seem impossible to explain how a gymnast can twist multiple times in the air before landing or stay on the balance beam while executing flip after flip. However, science tells us how it happens By learning the science of gymnastics, readers are better able to appreciate this popular Olympic sport and train for success if they dream of winning a gold medal someday. The detailed main text, featuring annotated quotes from experts, is paired with colorful photographs of gymnasts in action. In addition, diagrams, fact boxes, and other informative visual elements help break down complex topics.

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The Science of Gymnastics

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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It may seem impossible to explain how a gymnast can twist multiple times in the air before landing or stay on the balance beam while executing flip after flip. However, science tells us how it happens By learning the science of gymnastics, readers are better able to appreciate this popular Olympic sport and train for success if they dream of winning a gold medal someday. The detailed main text, featuring annotated quotes from experts, is paired with colorful photographs of gymnasts in action. In addition, diagrams, fact boxes, and other informative visual elements help break down complex topics.

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The Science of Ice Hockey

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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To be a successful ice hockey player, you need to be strong, but you also need to be smart. Having a good understanding of how science works in this sport can help you score goals and stay safe from injuries, and this volume provides the foundation for that understanding. Annotated quotes can be found throughout the main text and sidebars, adding a first-person perspective to this learning experience. In addition, fact boxes, diagrams, photographs, and other informational elements work together as part of an exciting design that invites readers to appreciate the ways science is at work all around us.

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The Science of Ice Hockey

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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To be a successful ice hockey player, you need to be strong, but you also need to be smart. Having a good understanding of how science works in this sport can help you score goals and stay safe from injuries, and this volume provides the foundation for that understanding. Annotated quotes can be found throughout the main text and sidebars, adding a first-person perspective to this learning experience. In addition, fact boxes, diagrams, photographs, and other informational elements work together as part of an exciting design that invites readers to appreciate the ways science is at work all around us.

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The Science of Lacrosse

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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On the lacrosse field, science is everywhere. Physics helps explain how shots become goals. Biology explains why certain body parts need extra protection. Engineering informs the design of the net, the ball, and the rest of the players' gear. It's all science Readers discover this for themselves as they dive into this volume, which breaks down the basics of lacrosse and explains how science can be applied in games, in practice, and even as a fan. Full-color photographs of lacrosse players are paired with informative text that features annotated quotes from experts, as well as sidebars and fact boxes.

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The Science of Lacrosse

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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On the lacrosse field, science is everywhere. Physics helps explain how shots become goals. Biology explains why certain body parts need extra protection. Engineering informs the design of the net, the ball, and the rest of the players' gear. It's all science Readers discover this for themselves as they dive into this volume, which breaks down the basics of lacrosse and explains how science can be applied in games, in practice, and even as a fan. Full-color photographs of lacrosse players are paired with informative text that features annotated quotes from experts, as well as sidebars and fact boxes.

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The Science of Soccer

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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Soccer is a sport that involves stamina, strategy, and lots of science How is science applied in the most popular sport in the world? Readers find the answer in this engaging guide to sports science. The detailed text features annotated quotes from experts, and it is supplemented with fact boxes and sidebars that provide additional information. Readers also find photographs of some of soccer's brightest stars, along with diagrams and other visual elements that aid in the learning process. This reading experience makes science fun for readers by showcasing it through an exciting, high-interest lens.

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The Science of Soccer

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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Soccer is a sport that involves stamina, strategy, and lots of science How is science applied in the most popular sport in the world? Readers find the answer in this engaging guide to sports science. The detailed text features annotated quotes from experts, and it is supplemented with fact boxes and sidebars that provide additional information. Readers also find photographs of some of soccer's brightest stars, along with diagrams and other visual elements that aid in the learning process. This reading experience makes science fun for readers by showcasing it through an exciting, high-interest lens.

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Martin Luther King Jr.

Amy B. Rogers

Cavendish Square Publishing

2021

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Martin Luther King Jr. is an iconic figure of the civil rights movement. His influence during the 1950s and 1960s led to key moments that defined the era, including impassioned speeches and marches through dangerous territory. Readers explore his life story, from birth to death, examining the ways he worked for social justice and civil equality in America. Through the use of historical photographs, sidebars, fact boxes, and critical thinking questions, readers will comprehend the civil rights era as witnessed through the eyes of one of its most beloved and brave leaders.

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Thurgood Marshall

Amy B. Rogers

Cavendish Square Publishing

2021

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The first African American Supreme Court justice, Thurgood Marshall is a name synonymous with determination. He was an active voice in the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s, taking a prominent stance behind key court decisions that helped better the lives of African Americans all over the United States. This biography reveals his story: from birth to adulthood and death, exploring his dreams, decisions, and legacy. Readers learn about Marshall's life through the integration of sidebars, fact boxes, critical thinking questions, and age-appropriate text that challenge and inform.

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Jane Goodall

Amy B. Rogers

Cavendish Square Publishing

2025

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Jane Goodall has been one of the most famous women in STEM for decades. Her work as a zoologist studying chimpanzees is presented in engaging detail in this biography, which also explores her environmental activism and her efforts as a champion of animal welfare. This insightful resource for readers looking to learn more about zoology, conservation, and women in STEM features fun fact boxes, informative sidebars, colorful photographs of Goodall at work, and questions meant to spark discussion and deeper thought about how STEM is applied in the real world and how women have impacted STEM in major ways.

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Jane Goodall

Amy B. Rogers

Cavendish Square Publishing

2025

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Jane Goodall has been one of the most famous women in STEM for decades. Her work as a zoologist studying chimpanzees is presented in engaging detail in this biography, which also explores her environmental activism and her efforts as a champion of animal welfare. This insightful resource for readers looking to learn more about zoology, conservation, and women in STEM features fun fact boxes, informative sidebars, colorful photographs of Goodall at work, and questions meant to spark discussion and deeper thought about how STEM is applied in the real world and how women have impacted STEM in major ways.

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Do Professional Athletes Make Too Much Money?

Amy B. Rogers

Kidhaven Publishing

2023

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Professional athletes are often paid millions of dollars. Many sports fans believe athletes deserve to make a lot of money because they have special skills, make money for their teams and for the cities they play in by attracting fans, and often have short careers and deal with serious injuries. Others, however, believe they make too much money for playing a game and workers such as teachers should make more than athletes. Readers are invited to form their own opinion on this issue as they explore the accessible text, fact boxes, and a helpful graphic organizer.

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Should Kids Go to Protests?

Amy B. Rogers

Kidhaven Publishing

2024

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Protests are an important way people use their voices to fight for change. Throughout history, young people have often been involved in protests and marches, and this continues today, with kids attending--and even leading--protests against gun violence, injustice, and inaction in the fight to slow climate change. Some people believe it's important for kids to see their First Amendment rights in action, while others worry that protests aren't safe for children. Readers are invited to examine their own point of view regarding this issue as they explore unbiased main text, relevant fact boxes, and a helpful graphic organizer.

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Speaking with Confidence

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2021

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How can you talk to your parents about difficult topics? What are examples of negotiating boundaries in relationships? Whom can you go to at school to ask for help? Readers find the answers to these and many other common questions as they develop the skills needed to speak with confidence. Relatable examples, from family conflicts to disagreements with friends and even asking for a raise at work, are presented, and full-color photographs enhance the reading experience. Sidebars explore a variety of important topics, including social anxiety disorder, and additional resources are listed to encourage further research.

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Time Management

Amy B. Rogers

Rosen Young Adult

2025

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