Mason, Helen

"Provides several practical examples of ways young readers can demonstrate that they care about their communities. From helping to care for community gardens to participating in community clean-up events, readers will learn the value of becoming active citizens in their communities."--Publisher.

Looks at jobs in the field of information technology.

Looks at jobs in the field of information technology.

"Young readers discover ways to practice democratic principles in their schools and classrooms... examples demonstrate key skills and practices including active listening, consensus-building, and voting procedures. Readers will also learn ways to clearly communicate their own points of view while showing respect for others' perspectives."--Publisher.

"Provides several practical examples of ways young readers can demonstrate that they care about their communities. From helping to care for community gardens to participating in community clean-up events, readers will learn the value of becoming active citizens in their communities."--Publisher.

Simple text and illustrations present an introduction to understanding what is man-made and what is natural.

"Digital entrepreneurs use digital technology to sell products and ideas or improve older technology to make it easier to use ... [This book describes] how successful entrepreneurs navigate the fast-changing world of technological innovation ... [and provides] steps that will make your digital dream a reality"--Back cover.

Five-year-old Roj's home is bombed during the civil war that has been raging in his homeland of Syria. He and his family are forced to flee the country secretly by boat, and they end up in a camp for refugees in Europe. Interspersed with facts about Syria and its people, this narrative tells a story common to many refugees fleeing the country. The book looks at the efforts being made around the world to assist the millions of refugees. Readers are encouraged to consider how they can help refugees in their communities and around the world.

"Sonita was born in a refugee camp in Pakistan after her family fled Afghanistan during the war in the early 2000s. Unwelcome in Pakistan, her family returns to Afghanistan, where Sonita and her family face new challenges. Interspersed with facts about Afghanistan and its people, this narrative ... [teaches readers] about the decades of conflict in Afghanistan and how they can help refugees in their communities and around the world who are struggling to find permanent homes"--Provided by publisher.