Sue Bradford Edwards
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
"Black Lives Matter covers the shootings that touched off passionate protests, the work of activists to bring about a more just legal system, and the tensions in US society that these events have brought to light." --
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
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Description
Discusses how in the 1950s, black women made critical contributions to NASA by performing calculations that made it possible for the nation's astronauts to fly into space and return safely to Earth.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
"The Zika Virus covers the Zika outbreak that began in 2015, discusses the history of the virus and its discovery, examines how the virus spreads and how it affects the infected, and looks at how the medical community is fighting it."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2018.
Language
English
Description
Follows the controversy surrounding the building of the pipeline and the associated months-long protests at the Standing Rock Sioux Reservation in North Dakota. Features include essential facts, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index.
Author
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Explore trench warfare and the critical battles that turned the tide of the war.
This title examines the conditions, designs, soldiers, diseases, and warfare tactics of World War Is trenches. Compelling narrative text and well-chosen historical photographs and primary sources make this book perfect for report writing. Features include a glossary, a selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index, plus a timeline and essential facts.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"Everyone's daily lives are affected by race and racism in America. What Are Race and Racism? examines the complex meanings of these concepts, what roles they play in society, and how they affect individuals in America today. Features include essential facts, a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher's website.
9) Ancient Maya
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"In Ancient Maya, readers discover the history and impressive accomplishments of the Maya people, including their advanced mathematics and massive stone cities. Engaging text provides details on the civilization's history, development, daily life, culture, art, technology, warfare, social organization, and more."--Publisher's website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"American Life in the 1970s takes a look at the major events that occurred throughout this decade and offers information on the demographics of the United States at the time. Readers will gain an understanding of the politics, conflicts, science, inventions, pop culture, fashion, and sports of the decade, and they will learn about the legacy the 1970s left behind."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Earning, Saving, and Investing examines how people can find work that fits their interests, budget their income, and use investment options to help them make more money. Features include worksheets, key takeaways, a glossary, further readings, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
12) Steroids
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Although steroid abuse is an ever-growing problem among athletes and teenagers, steroids remain one of the most misunderstood drugs. This title explores the history of steroids, their effects on the body, the laws and policies surrounding them, and their impact on society.
13) The Dark Web
Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
The Dark Web is a part of the internet that is hidden and hard to access. It allows users to remain anonymous. Some people use the Dark Web because they fear for their safety. Others use the Dark Web to sell illegal products or services. The Dark Web explores issues in policing the Dark Web.
14) Meth
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, is a devastating drug that ravages users' bodies and can destroy their lives. This title explores the effects of meth on the body, examines the laws and policies surrounding it, and discusses the road to recovery"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"The Evolution of Reptiles explores what we know about reptile evolution, from theories of the past to recent breakthroughs in research. This title also looks at the science behind the research, from studying fossils to analyzing DNA." -- www.abdobooks.com
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
The Evolution of Mammals explores what we know about mammalian evolution, from theories of the past to recent breakthroughs in research. This title also looks at the science behind the research, from studying fossils to analyzing DNA. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards
Author
Publisher
12-Story Library, an imprint of Peterson Publishing Company
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Examines the 12 most amazing facts about the Cuban missile crisis. Full-color spreads provide information about the events critical moments, key players, and lasting effects paired with interesting sidebars, questions to consider, and a timeline.
19) Making podcasts
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publihsing
Pub. Date
[2025]
Language
English
Description
Podcasts are a popular form of media, and today it is easier than ever for people to create their own. This title explores the history of podcasting, as well as the equipment, skills, challenges, and marketing strategies involved in developing a podcast. It also looks at the differences between professional podcasts and independent podcasts. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...
Author
Series
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"This title covers the events surrounding an unprecedented global health crisis, including the origin of the pandemic, how it spread across the world, and how government leaders and health experts worked to respond." -- Amazon.com