The Chinese created the earliest known rockets in the 1200s. Today's rockets can launch spacecraft to explore the solar system. Find out more about how these fast-moving objects are designed, built, and improved in Rockets, part of the Engineering Marvels series.
A biography of Malala Yousafzai, a Muslim teenage girl from Pakistan, who advocates for education of women and children, and who the Taliban attempted to assassinate on October 9, 2012.
The ocean is vast and powerful, and many people enjoy sailing, fishing, and more on the open waters. But spending time on the ocean has potentially deadly risks. This title examines the experiences of people who have faced death in the ocean and survived. Readers will learn about the unique features and dangers of the ocean and discover how to prepare for and stay safe on an ocean adventure.
Nike is one of the most popular sports apparel brands on the market. But before it grew to the worldwide success it is today, the brand started in Oregon with a college track and field coach, a wild idea, and a waffle iron. This title introduces fans to the history of one of the most iconic brands in sports. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, an important people section, a glossary, and an index.
From its start at the University of Florida, Gatorade has grown to be one of the most popular and recognizable sports drink on the market. This title introduces fans to the history of one of the most well-known sports drinks in the world. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a timeline, an important people section, a glossary, and an index.
"This title examines some of the diverse struggles that families face, offering helpful suggestions on how to cope, grow, and move forward. Features include an ask the expert section, tips on being healthy, a glossary, additional resources, and an index"--Amazon.com.
Looks at how stadiums are designed, built, and improved with new technology. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
This title explores how wildfires have changed over time, as well as the effects of climate change, human development, and human actions to reduce or prevent such fires.
"Today's stadiums can seat more than 100,000 people. With the help of new technological advancements, some even have retractable roofs. Find out more about how these huge structures are designed, built, and improved in Stadiums, part of the Engineering Marvels series"--Back cover.
