Cecilia Pinto McCarthy
1) Hawks
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"Discusses hawks, including their physical features, habitat, range, and life cycle"--Provided by publisher.
2) Flamingos
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"Simple text and full-color photos explain the habitat, range, life cycle, and behavior of flamingos while emphasizing their bright color"--Provided by publisher.
3) Vultures
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"Discusses vultures, including their physical features, habitat, range, and life cycle"--Provided by publisher.
4) Baboons
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Baboons are some of the biggest members of the monkey family. From food to homes to behavior, learn the facts on these tailless primates!
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Many people enjoy eating meat. But livestock takes up a lot of land and resources. Bugs take less space, water, and food. They are also more nutritious than meat. Eating Bugs as Sustainable Food looks at the science behind raising and eating bugs and why eating bugs might help feed more people around the world. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject.
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Many people around the world don't have clean water. Fog often goes unused by people. Fog nets can provide communities with clean, cheap water. Harvesting Fog for Water looks at the science behind the technology and how it can improve the lives of whole communities.
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Burj Khalifa, an enormous skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, became the world's tallest building upon its completion in 2009. Engineering Burj Khalifa discusses why the designers aimed so high, the innovative construction methods used by the builders, and how the tower's occupants are kept safe and comfortable.
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"One World Trade Center, an enormous skyscraper in New York City, was built in the wake of terrorist attacks that destroyed the original Twin Towers of the World Trade Center. Engineering One World Trade Center looks at how architects designed the building, how the skyscraper incorporates many new safety features, and how workers built the tower in the middle of a bustling city. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers...
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What can we learn about the health of an ecosystem through monarch butterflies? This title takes readers through our warming world where butterfly habitats are dwindling. Learn why humans are the cause of dropping butterfly populations and what we can do to help them bounce back.
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"Geysers, hot springs, and wildlife have made Yellowstone National Park a popular destination. Yellowstone National Park explores the park, including its geology, plant and animal life, the peoples who have called it home, and its main attractions. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject."--Publisher's website.
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People are adding carbon to the atmosphere. This causes Earth's temperatures to warm. Scientists are developing fake trees that can capture and store carbon from the air. Capturing Carbon with Fake Trees looks at the science behind the technology and how it could help improve life on Earth.
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The New York City Subway System has been carrying passengers for more than a century. Engineering the NYC Subway Systemexplores how designers drew up plans for the subway, how workers built the underground system in one of the world's busiest cities, and how commuters still rely on its hundreds of trains today. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents,...
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Whether it's the soulful sounds of a saxophone solo or the sharp rhythm of a rock band, the principles of acoustics allow us to enjoy the music we love. This book explores the science behind how we create, listen to, and react to different patterns of sound.
18) Military drones
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The US military must protect the country's coastlines, land, and seas. Drones help the military carry out this important mission. Military Drones explains how these drones work and how they can support different branches of the military. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, an infographic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to...
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"Every citizen of a city needs clean water to live, making a city's water system one of the most important parts of its infrastructure. Supplying Water for a City examines each step in this process, including ways in which new improvements will help keep water supplies safe and reliable."--Google Books.