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Ancient India

Daniel R. Faust

Gareth Stevens Publishing

2018

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India is considered one of the great ancient civilizations of the Old World. From the earliest settlements along the Indus River to the golden age of the Gupta Empire, the cultural contributions of ancient India are an important component of the human story. Readers will travel back in time and witness how religion, art, and literature helped craft the India we know today. Maps, full-color photographs, and biographies of important historical figures will enhance the reading experience and engage reluctant and struggling readers.

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Ancient Egypt

Daniel R. Faust

Gareth Stevens Publishing

2018

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How were the Great Pyramids built? Why were certain people turned into mummies? Readers journey down the Nile River into the heart of ancient Egypt and find out the answers. From the magnificent temples to the mysterious Sphinx, ancient Egypt has fascinated professional and amateur historians for centuries. Accessible text and full-color photographs guide readers through the rise and fall of one of the world's earliest civilizations. Maps, biographies of key figures, and a timeline of important dates support the text and provide additional information.

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Ancient Mesopotamia

Daniel R. Faust

Gareth Stevens Publishing

2018

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Located between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers in modern-day Iraq, the region known as Mesopotamia, Greek for "between two rivers," is often called the "cradle of civilization." The region is known for the rise of the first cities, as well as the invention of writing. Readers will discover that the various empires of the region, like Babylon and Sumer, made many important contributions to law, politics, mathematics, and agriculture. Simple text and full-color photographs will engage struggling and reluctant readers alike. Maps and a timeline of key dates provide additional information.

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Ancient Mesopotamia

Daniel R. Faust

Gareth Stevens Publishing

2018

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Located between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers in modern-day Iraq, the region known as Mesopotamia, Greek for between two rivers, is often called the cradle of civilization. The region is known for the rise of the first cities, as well as the invention of writing. Readers will discover that the various empires of the region, like Babylon and Sumer, made many important contributions to law, politics, mathematics, and agriculture. Simple text and full-color photographs will engage struggling and reluctant readers alike. Maps and a timeline of key dates provide additional information.

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Algorithms: The Building Blocks of Computer Programming

Daniel R. Faust

PowerKids Press

2018

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Algorithms might sound like a complicated tech term, but don't be intimidated, people actually use them every day. Using accessible language and full-color photographs, this book simplifies algorithms in an easy-to-understand way. Readers will be amazed to learn that an algorithm is just a set of steps for computers to follow to get things done. STEM topics from the Next Generation Science Standards are emphasized throughout the text. Sidebars featuring key terms help readers grow their tech vocabulary, and fact boxes provide additional opportunities to learn.

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The Positive and Negative Impacts of Computers in Society

Daniel R. Faust

PowerKids Press

2018

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Computers and other types of technology have changed our lives in ways never imagined. Today, we constantly have a wealth of information at our fingertips. Computers help us work better and faster. Readers will learn about the many positive impacts of computers in society. They'll also read about the many negative impacts, such as threats to our privacy and security and a potential decrease in physical activity. Students will be encouraged to think about the role technology plays in their everyday lives.

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The Electoral College

Daniel R. Faust

Silvertip Books

2022

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Voting is an important part of our democratic process. But what do you know about the unique way the United States elects presidents and vice presidents? Learn all about the electoral college. How does it work, what are the system's strengths and weaknesses, and what does it mean for the votes of individuals in the country? Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes social studies approachable for all

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The House of Representatives

Daniel R. Faust

Silvertip Books

2022

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The House of Representatives makes laws for the people they represent. But what do you know about the Lower House? Explore how representatives make ideas into bills and eventually laws, what it takes to join the House, and how this key part of the legislative branch interacts with the other house of Congress and the rest of the U.S. Government to check and balance powers. Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes social studies approachable for all

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The Senate

Daniel R. Faust

Silvertip Books

2022

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The Upper House makes laws that affect everybody in the United States. But what do you know about the Senate? Learn how senators take ideas for bills and turn them into laws, what it takes to join the Senate, and how this key part of the legislative branch interacts with the other house of Congress and the rest of the U.S. Government. Dyslexic-friendly font and design in this curricular hi-lo series makes social studies approachable for all

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The Electoral College

Daniel R. Faust

Silvertip Books

2022

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Voting is an important part of our democratic process. But what do you know about the unique way the United States elects presidents and vice presidents? Learn all about the electoral college. How does it work, what are the system's strengths and weaknesses, and what does it mean for the votes of individuals in the country? It's key social studies curriculum made approachable for all

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The House of Representatives

Daniel R. Faust

Silvertip Books

2022

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The Senate

Daniel R. Faust

Silvertip Books

2022

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Drones for the Police and Military

Daniel R. Faust

PowerKids Press

2019

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Drones are becoming more common every day. While flying drones can be fun, many law enforcement agencies and militaries around the world use drones for important and dangerous missions. This book explores the different kinds of drones used by the police and military, as well as the different kinds of missions they perform. Sidebars, graphic organizers, and full-color photographs support grade-appropriate text that will appeal to developing and independent readers alike.

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Fizz, Gurgle, Pop! Chemical Reactions in the Lab

Daniel R. Faust

PowerKids Press

2020

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Whether they are testing a new drug, creating new materials, or checking the safety of our food and water, all scientists follow the scientific method. One of the major steps in the scientific method is testing your hypothesis. That's when scientists hit the lab This volume stresses the important of safety in the laboratory, whether it's a school science lab or the most high-tech research facility. It also examines the proper rules and procedures everyone must follow when working with chemicals in the lab. Fact boxes and full-color photographs support the age-appropriate text.

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Ancient Greece

Daniel R. Faust

Gareth Stevens Publishing

2018

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From art and architecture to politics, philosophy, and mathematics, "western civilization" owes a great deal to the achievements of ancient Greece, but what do we really know about this long-gone civilization? How did geography influence the politics of the Greek city-states? What's the difference between an agora and an acropolis? This book takes readers several thousand years into the past, when independent city-states ruled the Mediterranean Sea, to find the answers. Full-color photographs and maps, accompanied by accessible text, introduce readers to the many contributions the ancient Greeks have made to our modern society.

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Layers of Stone: How Earth's Biggest Caves Formed

Daniel R. Faust

PowerKids Press

2019

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People have used caves for shelter, tombs, and religious sites for thousands of years. Despite this familiarity, caves still hold a sense of mystery and danger. This survey dives deep beneath Earth's surface to explore how the world's largest caves formed, as well as what caves can teach us about Earth's past and the forces that are shaping our planet's future. Age-appropriate text with a strong STEM focus is supported by full-color photographs and a glossary of new or unfamiliar terms. Sidebars, fact boxes, and graphic organizers provide additional information on this fascinating topic.

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Ancient India

Daniel R. Faust

Gareth Stevens Publishing

2018

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India is considered one of the great ancient civilizations of the Old World. From the earliest settlements along the Indus River to the golden age of the Gupta Empire, the cultural contributions of ancient India are an important component of the human story. Readers will travel back in time and witness how religion, art, and literature helped craft the India we know today. Maps, full-color photographs, and biographies of important historical figures will enhance the reading experience and engage reluctant and struggling readers.

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The Dutch Colony of New Netherland

Daniel R. Faust

PowerKids Press

2014

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Using the most recent research, this volume examines how New York's history and culture were influenced by its complex past as a part of a Dutch colony known as New Netherland. This book provides a detailed history of New York while it was under Dutch control and explores the lasting influence of New York's Dutch heritage. This volume includes important people involved in shaping New Netherland, including Adriaen Block, Petrus Stuyvesant, and others. Readers are treated to stimulating features, maps, and primary sources to help illustrate the events that shaped New Netherland and New York State.

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New York in the American Revolution

Daniel R. Faust

PowerKids Press

2014

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Uniquely presented here, and in line with the most recent research on the subject, is the New York experience of the American Revolution. Readers learn about the early stirrings of dissatisfaction with British rule, and how this conflict escalated into the development of a new country. New York was the site of several important battles and many New Yorkers were major contributors in the war effort. This volume contains maps, paintings, and primary source documents to show where important battles took place and demonstrate the far-reaching effects the war had on people.

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Medical Robots

Daniel R. Faust

PowerKids Press

2016

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Can robots save lives? Medical robots save lives every day, and they're sure to save more as their technology advances. This book describes the amazing work done by medical robots, from surgical robots to nano-robots. Readers will learn about the medical breakthroughs performed by robots, the latest models, and the future of robots in medicine. Accessible descriptions of how medical robots work will engage readers and give them a deep understanding of this burgeoning technology. Color photographs of each robot are provided to give readers an inside look into the operating room and beyond.

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