Newman, Patricia

Your mission is to learn more about water power.

"Kerstin Forsberg made waves in Peru when she started a community-focused project to save manta rays. Find out more about manta rays and how local people are working to save these gentle giants"--Provided by publisher.

Discover how changes to the Elwha River harmed the ecosystem but through persistence, cooperation, and advocacy it was renewed and restored.

Introduces students to water power, describing what it is and what role it plays in the world.

Introduces students to biofuels, describing what they are and what role they play in the world. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

Discusses the history and science of the Ebola virus.

Introduces students to biofuels, describing what they are and what role they play in the world.

"Travel beneath the waves and visit three distinct parts of the ocean to examine climate change, pollution, and sustainability. And find out what you can do to protect the health of the ocean!"--Provided by the publisher.

Describes how Navy SEALS are taught to think like scientists and perform like soldiers, with such skills as fast-roping from a hovering helicopter, demolishing enemy weaponry, tracking terrorists, hostage rescue, and more.

Describes the history of the United States Army Special Forces, the special skills of this elite force, including languages and diplomatic skills, special training, and more.