Kathryn Hulick

Explains the process and materials that corals use to build reefs. This book s colorful photos, clear text, and A Closer Look feature highlight the engineering that makes this structure such a marvel and helps corals survive in the wild.

Fracking covers the controversies of the fracking industry, examining the different perspectives and the potential risks and benefits of fracking. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Reviewed Sources for further research Table of contents Special Reports explores the challenging events and contentious...

Today, robots are hard at work in hospitals around the world. Some simply help comfort patients or dispense medicine, while others are helping surgeons with complex operations. Medical Robots introduces readers to examples of these robots, the challenges faced by their designers, and the advances that are on the horizon. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of...

The Camping and Hiking Encyclopedia allows readers to explore outdoor opportunities. Alongside information that ranges from RV camping to backcountry hikes, readers will learn about ways to prepare for a camping or hiking trip as well as ways to safely enjoy their time in nature.

NOT every student thrills to a discussion of chemistry, but every student will find something to connect to in this up-to-date series. Each volume goes in-depth into one well-known element from the Periodic Table, exploring the history, science, and everyday uses of each. Readers will come to know just how important and life-giving elements can be. In addition, in this series, a volume focuses on the Periodic Table itself, providing an in-depth overview...

Protecting Financial Data examines how people can become targets for cybercriminals, the dangers of identity theft, and how people can protect their financial data from attacks. 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. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This field guide highlights 100 objects that can be seen in the night sky. Readers will gain a greater understanding about how to spot these things, including constellations and objects in our solar system.

What do a carrot and a kangaroo have in common? They're made of matter, just like everything else in the universe! In this book, readers in grades 4-9 will discover how we measure matter and how it changes, mixes, and reacts. These reactions make life possible! This series features a variety of science topics aligned to NGSS standards. From mixing matter to the study of sound waves, each informative book includes a glossary, comprehension questions,...

Video games have taken America by storm. Readers will learn about the rise of gaming culture from the first games like Pong to the sensation of Minecraft. This book also examines some of the controversies and innovative technologies that have made gaming one of America's favorite pastimes.

Explores the history of artificial intelligence and how the technology works. Clear text, vibrant photos, and helpful infographics make this book an accessible and engaging read.