Kate Mikoley

The Dominican Republic may share the island of Hispaniola with Haiti, but it has its own unique history and culture. Readers discover this through focused chapters that provide the latest information on the Dominican Republic's government, economy, arts, demographics, environment, and more. The comprehensive text encourages readers to explore the concept of global citizenship, and sidebars show Dominican activists who are examples of what it means to be a global citizen. Additional information about life in this Caribbean nation is provided through fact boxes, maps, vibrant photographs, and recipes for beloved Dominican dishes.

Are you scared of a big storm? Or do you find thunder and lightning exciting? These two natural phenomena were the subject of stories for many ancient cultures, but today scientists know how they happen In this book, readers learn too, including whether thunder or lightning comes first, which storms have the boom and flash, and the effect of climate change on thunderstorms. Fact boxes add relevant examples and key vocabulary terms, and diagrams and full-color photographs correlate to the achievable text for better reader comprehension.

Depending on where you live, snow can be a typical part of winter or can shut down the city with just a few inches of the white stuff Rain, too, may be a daily occurrence or very uncommon Whatever the case may be, snow and rain form in interesting ways and can take many forms--big, wet flakes; soft raindrops; or a mix of both, or sleet This book breaks it all down for struggling readers or those in need of review in achievable text. Full-color photographs directly correlate to the text to aid reader comprehension.

Many people know that monsoon season means rain--but many don't know that there's a dry monsoon season too These high winds happen in many places on Earth, and in this volume, readers learn what causes them, the troubles they can cause, and how climate change is affecting monsoon strength. Full-color photographs, diagrams, and maps illustrate the key concepts highlighted in the achievable text. Fact boxes supplement the main Earth science content with vocabulary terms, examples, and additional meteorological context.

Clouds can look different depending on the day: huge and billowing, streaky and wispy, or simply a blanket of gray. And, some days don't have clouds at all Kids know that clouds can affect their daily lives, but how do they form and what do the types of clouds mean for their soccer game or family picnic? This book covers all of that and more in achievable language perfect for struggling readers and those in need of some meteorological review.

In 2022, Marcus Ericsson won the Indy 500, an incredible feat for a driver who has been racing since age 9 and also having raced in Formula 1 for several years The Swedish driver has been making his name in IndyCar the past few years with no end in sight Readers follow Ericsson from his earliest karting days all the way to the finish line of the Indy 500 through achievable text perfect for struggling or reluctant readers. Full-color photographs correlate to the text to aid comprehension and highlight Ericsson's biggest successes.

Lewis Hamilton holds the record for most wins in Formula 1 history--and always in a car with a Mercedes engine Early in his career, the United Kingdom-born driver became the youngest Formula 1 champion in history at the time--and has been speeding to legendary status ever since. In this book, readers learn about Hamilton's introduction to racing, how he climbed the ranks in F1, and what the future holds for this veteran driver. Full-color photographs complement achievable text and highlight Hamilton's greatest achievements.

Charles Leclerc took part in his first Formula 1 race in 2018--but he'd already started making a name for himself as a driver by then. Today, he's one of the top racers in F1 with no signs of slowing down In this book, readers follow Leclerc through his life and career so far, finding out how he got his start in race cars, about his family, and what his biggest accomplishments have been. Through achievable text and dynamic photographs of Leclerc through the years and his most memorable races, reluctant or struggling readers can find success reading independently.

Tornadoes are some of the coolest--and most destructive--weather phenomena. Some are tiny and just move a few hundred feet; some are huge and have a path of hundreds of miles This book breaks down these incredible forces of nature for struggling readers or those in need of review on the topic. The achievable main text includes how tornadoes form, how they are measured, and some of the most destructive ever. Full-color photographs show readers tornadoes in action and their aftermath while maps and diagrams aid comprehension of the Each science content.

Not only is Bubba Wallace a good NASCAR driver, he also one of the most successful Black NASCAR drivers of all time In this book, readers learn that Wallace started racing at age 9, as well as other facts about his early life, rise to NASCAR, and his biggest achievements. Written in achievable language to appeal to reluctant or struggling readers, this volume also includes fact boxes and a concluding timeline that sums up Wallace's career so far. Full-color photographs show Wallace through the years and some of his most memorable races.

Tornadoes are some of the coolest--and most destructive--weather phenomena. Some are tiny and just move a few hundred feet; some are huge and have a path of hundreds of miles This book breaks down these incredible forces of nature for struggling readers or those in need of review on the topic. The achievable main text includes how tornadoes form, how they are measured, and some of the most destructive ever. Full-color photographs show readers tornadoes in action and their aftermath while maps and diagrams aid comprehension of the Each science content.

Hurricanes often dominate the nightly news during August and September when some of the biggest hit the southeastern United States each year. However, hurricane season for the Western Hemisphere is officially June to November. So, what causes these huge, often destructive storms? That's what this book answers for readers Written with struggling or reluctant readers in mind, the main text is succinct, accessible, and paired with fact boxes and full-color photographs that directly correlate to aid in comprehension. Diagrams and maps drive home key Earth Science concepts and offer a clear review of the topic.

When it comes to size, great white sharks and elephants are relatively similar, but if pitted against each other in battle, does one have an advantage over the other? Readers of this innovative volume follow along with a battle of these big beasts to find out. They'll learn about factors such as adaptations, strength, and speed. Readers will be able to use the information they've absorbed to make an educated guess about who they think would win the fight. Eye-catching photographs and this high-interest topic will engage developing readers. The accessible narrative supports key elementary science concepts.

Tundra habitats are some of the harshest places on Earth. They exist in the Northern Hemisphere north of the Arctic Circle and on mountains at high altitude. But all the plants and animals that live in tundra habitats are highly adapted to living there. People have lived in tundra habitats for thousands of years. However, human activity threatens the future of these important places. Using short facts and full-color photographs, this book introduces readers to the vast diversity of tundra habitats around the world and the measures we need to take to preserve them.

As young people continue to share more of their lives online, social media opens up increasing opportunities for international dialogue, but it also means they run the risk of encountering the problematic parts of a virtual community, such as cyber mobs, bullies, and trolls. This thoroughly researched volume takes a deep dive into these issues, examining the reasons they happen, common ways to identify them, and tips for protecting oneself from becoming a victim. Full-color photographs, quotes from experts, sidebars, and discussion questions help readers develop a comprehensive overview of online issues and take precautions in their digital life.

Marijuana use is a controversial topic in America today. Many people want to see it legalized, while others think it should be banned. This informational look at this newsworthy topic examines the debate surrounding marijuana in the 21st century. Its carefully researched narrative considers the medical, legal, and moral sides. It presents statistics, annotated quotes, and sidebars that offer contemporary viewpoints from experts. With the aid of sidebars, graphs, critical thinking questions, and full-color photographs, readers will gain an understanding about the debate and form their own intelligent opinions.

Marijuana use is a controversial topic in America today. Many people want to see it legalized, while others think it should be banned. This informational look at this newsworthy topic examines the debate surrounding marijuana in the 21st century. Its carefully researched narrative considers the medical, legal, and moral sides. It presents statistics, annotated quotes, and sidebars that offer contemporary viewpoints from experts. With the aid of sidebars, graphs, critical thinking questions, and full-color photographs, readers will gain an understanding about the debate and form their own intelligent opinions.

Tundra habitats are some of the harshest places on Earth. They exist in the Northern Hemisphere north of the Arctic Circle and on mountains at high altitude. But all the plants and animals that live in tundra habitats are highly adapted to living there. People have lived in tundra habitats for thousands of years. However, human activity threatens the future of these important places. Using short facts and full-color photographs, this book introduces readers to the vast diversity of tundra habitats around the world and the measures we need to take to preserve them.