Kristi Lew

"Describes some disgusting, but very useful, medical treatments"--Provided by publisher.

"A book for young readers about earthquakes, including how they happen and how to prepare for them."--

"A book for young readers about hurricanes"--

The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that prescription painkillers are one of the most commonly abused drugs by teens, after tobacco, alcohol, and marijuana. Readers get the facts about narcotics, including opioids and opiates, the class of chemicals that includes oxycodone. The misuse of narcotic painkillers has more than tripled since 2001, according to the CDC. This frank narrative explains how opioid painkillers work on the body and brain,...

There are many different types of engineers, from civil engineers to mechanical to electrical and more. Discover what it takes to work in this challenging field in Engineer.

E. coli infections are on the rise in the United States, resulting in thousands of people getting seriously ill or dying each year. This book examines the causes of these deadly outbreaks and the methods in place to prevent the spread of the bacteria in our food supply. Readers will learn about the effects of E. coli, how it makes people sick, how it spreads, and how they can reduce the chance of being exposed to it. Significant E. coli outbreaks...

One cannot open a college newspaper today without seeing ads offering young women money to donate eggs (ova). With the combination of two trends-the increasing financial pressure on young women and the increasing demand for donor eggs due to delayed marriage and childbearing-some experts see a potential problem. Do the young donors fully understand the physical and emotional health risks they face when donating eggs for money? This book explains the...

The main feature that defines a flat is a bottom that slopes gently to the shore with very few, if any, steep drop-offs. In some lakes, a flat may be very small and shallow, say eight inches deep, or it may be very deep and go on for acres, as in the Gulf of Mexico. Anglers learn that fishing the flats for fish such as bass, bonefish, snook, and tarpon brings with it some unique challenges, such as casting with finesse. In this exciting narrative,...

Nestled in the Appalachian mountains, North Carolina has always been at the crossroads of American history. Both Revolutionary War and Civil War battles were fought on its soil and the state underwent many changes from its inception to the present day. This accessible, informative book will guide the reader through the state's absorbing history. Students will learn about plant and animal life, geography, famous residents, and details about the state's...

The Lanthanides and Actinides are an intriguing mix of naturally occurring and man-made elements. This book introduces the reader to these engrossing elements, taking an in-depth look at their properties and myriad uses. Scientists are still finding uses for some of the lanthanides and actinides, and readers are taken right into the lab to see some interesting potential future uses.