Simone Payment
Author
Publisher
Rosen Central
Pub. Date
c2006
Edition
1st ed.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents an introduction to Greek mythology, providing information on their origins and the role they played in Greek culture and society. Includes illustrations and examples of myths.
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Language
English
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Beginner coders often gravitate to the easy-to-use Python language for its versatility and usability. Games, robots, and Web sites-including those of Google and YouTube-and much more run on Python, and developers are constantly collaborating to improve the language and address problem areas. This volume introduces readers to Python, exploring its various applications and the history of its development. Side-by-side comparisons with other languages...
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English
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Years ago, anyone could start a band a jam in their garage, but getting the music out there to be heard by the masses was quite an uphill climb. Today with the help of the Internet and a little online marketing know-how, it's much easier for a band to get their music heard around the globe. This volume offers readers practical information on how to promote and distribute their music on Web sites, social networks, and file-sharing software so that...
4) Bass Fishing
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Series
Language
English
Description
This book is for the novice fisherman who is interested in learning more about bass fishing. Topics covered include technique, equipment, safety, laws, and sportsmanship. Readers will learn what tools to use, where the best places to fish are, and what time of day and season is most suitable for bass fishing.
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Language
English
Description
This book shows the reader how to transform an interest in robotics into a life-long pursuit. Four major robotics careers are covered: robotics researcher, computer scientist, robotics engineer, and robotics technician. Students will learn how to gain special skills that will help them to excel in their chosen career, and how they can begin preparing for a future career now. Informative profiles of prominent roboticists and their accomplishments give...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Calvin "Megatron" Johnson, star wide receiver for nine seasons with the Detroit Lions of the National Football League, was given his nickname during his rookie year because of his large size and amazing speed. Johnson's speed and acrobatic catches made him a standout player. In 2012, he broke wideout Jerry Rice's long-standing record of 1,848 receiving yards in a season by hitting an astounding 1,964 yards. In simple language, this book describes...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Rock climbing tends to appeal to those who are interested alternative sports. The sport is often practiced alone, or with a small team, giving climbers a sense of being one with the mountain. This exciting introduction to the world of rock climbing will draw readers in with descriptions of amazing feats of scaling the most challenging peaks. Readers will learn how to develop the physical and mental skills needed to get involved in the sport in a safe...
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English
Description
Dating and relationships are important parts of the teen years. GLBT teens may have questions about these topics that are different from their straight counterparts. This book explores GLBT teens' relationships with themselves, their friends, and the people they date. Issues such as getting over a breakup, dating and online safety, safe sex, and coming out to one's friends are presented in a comprehensive, engaging manner.
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Language
English
Description
The Navy SEALs are among the most elite combat units in the history of the military. Readers dive into what makes them so good as they take a close look at the extreme training regimen and weaponry used. An exciting blow-by-blow account of some of the SEALs most clandestine missions, including the hunt for Osama bin Laden, will engage readers from cover-to-cover.
10) Mars
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Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This curriculum-based, fun, and approachable book offers everything young readers need to know to begin their study of the Red Planet. They will learn about the fundamental aspects of the Mars, including its size, mass, surface features, interior, orbit, and spin. Further, they will learn about the history of the missions to Mars, including the Viking spacecraft and the Curiosity and MAVEN rovers. Finally, readers will learn about why scientists think...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This accessible text explains to readers how the blue whale is endangered and what can be done about it. With an easy-to-follow narrative, readers learn what the blue whale is, where it lives, what its life is like, how it communicates, and most important, how to save it from becoming extinct. The text gives a thorough explanation of what the word endangered actually means and offers a clear explanation of how to save not only the blue whale but all...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This inspiring book will introduce young people to the fascinating world of biologists and the interesting work that they do. Readers will learn about the details of their daily work, including the tools and instruments they use. They will also learn about what kind of schooling is necessary for the job. The book goes into detail about the major branches of the field, giving readers a firm understanding of who biologists are and what they do to change...
13) Venus
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
This straightforward but fascinating book takes a close look at Venus and shows young people just how different our neighboring planet is from our own. Known as the hottest planet, Venus is an example of the greenhouse effect to the extreme. Young readers will take a tour beneath the sulfur dioxide clouds and see the planet's surface up close with images taken by the Magellan and the Venus Express missions. This book will surely fascinate any young...
