Amy Hayes
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The Apache, Navajo, and Pueblo peoples are often part of the social studies curriculum. However, they aren't the only native groups that come from the American southwest! Readers are introduced to some of the largest groups of native peoples in the southwest while learning about the main ways native peoples lived, ate, and dressed in this region. Complemented by full-color photographs, historical images, and fun fact boxes, the main content includes...
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"Electricity is one of the most important discoveries of the modern world. But sometimes electricity can do truly freaky things. From ball lightning to Nikola Tesla's amazing lightning rod and other inventions, the power of lightning has fascinated many throughout history. Stories about Ben Franklin discovering electricity and how Tesla coils work will fascinate readers eager to explore the history of electricity and the technological advances scientists...
5) Big loaders
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Describes how loaders are used on constructions sites by loading and carrying dirt, rock, and heavy objects.
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"From the largest cargo planes and passenger jets to the smallest of single-engine crafts, airplanes are modern marvels. But just how do people build planes and what keeps them safe in the air? This exciting book takes readers inside the hangars where bolts and metal are turned into winged creations ready to take people all around the world."--
8) Zombies
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Introduces zombies, describing their characteristic features, their greatest weakness, legends about them from the past, and the various ways they have been depicted in the popular culture.
9) Garnets
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Text and color photographs explore the chemical makeup of garnets, how they are mined, and which kinds of rocks they are usually found under.
12) Hornets
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There are many insects that can--and will--sting when they feel threatened. However, many types can only sting once and their stinger is lost in whatever has been stung. Not the hornet! Hornets have a smooth, supersharp stinger that can be used over and over. That's not the only danger these insects pose--and readers can learn all about it. Full-color photographs allow readers a closer look at an insect better left alone in the wild. Fun fact boxes...
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