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Get the Summary of Ed Conway's Material World in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. Original book introduction: The fiber-optic cables that weave the World Wide Web, the copper veins of our electric grids, the silicon chips and lithium batteries that power our phones and cars: though it can feel like we now live in a weightless world of information-what Ed Conway calls "the ethereal world"-our twenty-first-century...
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Get the Summary of Susan Casey's The Wave in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "The Wave" by Susan Casey delves into the world of giant waves and those who seek them out. The book centers on the North Shore of Maui, home to the legendary wave Jaws, which draws surfers like Laird Hamilton who thrive on its eighty-foot swells. Casey recounts her experiences with Hamilton and other big-wave surfers, exploring the dangers,...
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Plunge into the depths of the ocean with "Exploring the Mariana Trench," a gripping tale of adventure and discovery in the deepest parts of our planet. This fascinating book takes readers on a journey to the bottom of the Earth's final frontier, where mystery, danger, and the unknown merge into an exhilarating exploration. Introducing "Exploring the Mariana Trench: A Deep-Sea Adventure." Dive into the heart of the ocean, where the pressure is immense...
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This book is designed to provide everyone with all the essential information needed about tornadoes and other severe weather. It will give you the knowledge you need to react to the threat of severe weather in the most effective way. Knowing more about how tornadoes form and knowing about the nature of tornadoes, lightning, and hailstorms will help alleviate fear. Information on the safest locations inside houses as well as outside can be very important...
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Are you fascinated by the ever-changing dance of clouds, the power of storms, and the gentle touch of a sunbeam? Dive into the captivating world of weather with this book. This comprehensive guide explores the profound impact of weather on human activities, making it a must-read for weather enthusiasts, curious minds, and anyone eager to understand the forces shaping our daily lives.Dive into the intricacies of everyday weather phenomena, discovering...
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Investigate how the Sun warms Earth in this decodable science book for beginning readers. A combination of domain-specific sight words and sequenced phonics skills builds confidence in content area reading. Bold, colorful photographs align directly with the text to help readers strengthen comprehension. Activities for further learning Phonetics Teaching guides The Little Science Stories series brings scientific thinking to beginning readers with decodable...
10) Set Up a City
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Glossary of key words Index Table of contents Take a tour of different parts of our planet, from cities to rain forests and oceans. Making ecosystems entertaining to young readers, each book dives into How to Build Our World. Celebrate our planet with this fun and engaging series.
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Explore our home planet with this investigation into planet Earth. Following scientific and engineering practices, this title presents a hands-on, inquiry-based science investigation. Age-appropriate experiments build students' understanding of Earth and space concepts. Activities for further learning Glossary of key words Index Table of contents The Science Investigations series centers scientific inquiry by providing readers with hands-on experiences...
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Desde la más remota antigüedad, el hombre se ha sentido impresionado por las montañas. Las concibió, en principio como morada de los dioses, más tarde como reducto de misterios y amenazas y solo mucho más adelante se atrevió a emprender su descubrimiento. A partir de ese momento, la historia de la relación entre la montaña y el hombre se precipita: se suceden las conquistas, las hazañas... pero también las tragedias, que son su precio....
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Dive into the urgent exploration of 'Rising Tides: Navigating the Depths of Climate Change,' a compelling journey through the intricate web of environmental challenges in our changing world. Uncover the profound impacts of climate change, from rising sea levels and extreme weather events to the delicate balance of our ecosystems. This enlightening book delves into the depths of climate science, presenting insights into global warming, carbon footprints,...
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Este libro utiliza las herramientas que proporciona la geografía para ayudar al lector español a apreciar su país, aportándole datos y argumentos que expresen mejor su sentimiento de pertenencia y simpatía por España. Tras décadas de cuestionamiento de los valores y virtudes de un país que hizo una transición política modélica en 1978 y, desde entonces, una espectacular renovación económica y social, ha llegado el momento de recapitular...
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Embark on a journey into the future with "Redefining Skies: Navigating the Future through Geoengineering." This thought-provoking book delves into the complex and transformative realm of geoengineering, offering insights into the opportunities and challenges it presents for reshaping our planet's environmental destiny.As we grapple with unprecedented environmental challenges, the authors guide us through the scientific intricacies, ethical considerations,...
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"Ebbesmeyer's goal is noble and fresh: to show how the flow of ocean debris around the world reveals 'the music' of the world's oceans."
-New York Times Book Review
Through the fascinating stories of flotsam, one of the Earth's greatest secrets is revealed. In Flotsametrics and the Floating World, maverick scientist Curtis Ebbesmeyer details how his obsession with floating garbage-from rubber ducks to discarded Nike sneakers-helped to revolutionize...
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The fast fashion industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Table of contents With 8 billion humans and counting, the Planet...
18) Weather Chart
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Learn how to build a weather chart in this decodable science book for beginning readers. A combination of domain-specific sight words and sequenced phonics skills builds confidence in content area reading. Bold, colorful photographs align directly with the text to help readers strengthen comprehension. Activities for further learning Phonetics Teaching guides The Little Science Stories series brings scientific thinking to beginning readers with decodable...
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The pet industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Table of contents With 8 billion humans and counting, the Planet Human series...
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The plastic industry has profoundly impacted our world. The Planet Human series breaks down the human impact on the environment over time and around the globe. Each title presents important high-interest natural science nonfiction content with global relevance. Activities for further learning Author/Illustrator biography Educational front/back matter Glossary of key words Index Table of contents With 8 billion humans and counting, the Planet Human...
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