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The numbers are simply staggering: Every day, more than 450,000 thousand hours of new videos are posted to YouTube. From a tiny site used for posting clips of tktkt, YouTube has become a world-spanning force. Inside, read how the company was born and developed and then discover some of the ways that people, businesses, governments, and more are using this technology to entertain and change lives. This is not your parents' world of entertainment. Almost...
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This series explores topics related to the Arctic and Antarctic regions of the globe. The growing importance of these regions on the world stage, their place in the ongoing climate crisis, their roles as the home to amazing wildlife, and their history as the homeland of indigenous people all are featured in these titles. Though the Polar Regions don't get the coverage that more populated areas get, they might just be some of the most important to...
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Animated cartoons have long been a part of the entertainment landscape. In the 21st century, however, digital animation has led creators expand in ways they never dreamed about. Inside, read about the companies that are leading the way in using new technologies to tell amazing stories using animation . . . and dreams. This is not your parents' world of entertainment. Almost nothing has changed as much in the past decade as how we engage with creativity....
4) Gluten
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Whether you're at a supermarket, restaurant, or school bake sale, you've probably noticed that "gluten-free" foods are everywhere. But what exactly is gluten, and why are people so worried about it? This book gets to the root of the gluten controversy that's changing our diets, from its manufacture to the medical concerns that doctors are still trying to understand. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately,...
5) Fiber
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The word f iber has become prominent in our nutritional vocabulary, but what is it and why does it matter? This book explores fiber and the different beneficiary roles it plays in our health and digestive systems. Fiber supplements and alternative foods are also discussed. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly changing and often contradictory. Know Your Food explains the real...
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An organic food movement that began among environmentalists is now poised to take over our supermarkets. More and more, consumers demand naturally grown crops and animals, free from pesticides or genetically modified organisms. This book explains what it means to be organic, and it looks at the environmental, economic, and health issues involved in this trend. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the...
7) Protein
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Proteins are some of the most important components of the human body. Whether you love meat or not, you definitely need protein. This book breaks down proteins, describing what they are, how they are used throughout our bodies, and the best dietary sources. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly changing and often contradictory. Know Your Food explains the real story about what's...
8) Water
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Picture the water you consumed most recently. Are you seeing a glass of water, a water bottle, or maybe a water fountain? Those are all important sources, but water is actually in everything we eat, too. It's one of the most important components of food, and yet we rarely think about water until there's a problem. This book will talk about the ways your body uses water, the ways it reaches you, and the ways things can go wrong if your water is contaminated....
9) Salt
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Salt doesn't just make food taste better. Since ancient times, this compound has had profound effects on food, culture, and trade. Meanwhile, having too much or too little salt in your diet can cause serious health problems. This book explores the historical, nutritional, and economic importance of what chemists call NaCl, and what the rest of us call salt. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice...
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Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are a vital but controversial part of our modern food supply. This book explores the history of genetic modification and the development of scientific processes used to enhance what we eat. Potential benefits and dangers of genetically altered food are explored. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly changing and often contradictory. Know...
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You can't see the vitamins and minerals in the things you eat, but you wouldn't be able to survive without them. Vitamins and minerals help make your bones strong, your muscles powerful, and your thoughts clear. This book introduces you to the whole nutritional universe of vitamins and minerals, explaining how smart dietary choices can help you get the maximum benefits from your breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The media is full of advice about what...
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Ten percent of the human brain is made up of neurons that do the actual thinking, but what of the remaining 90 percent? Some scientists say we have only tapped into a small portion of the brain's potential. The human brain is capable of some extraordinary things, and thinking and experiencing emotions may be just the tip of the iceberg. There are people throughout the world who claim to have unusual mental abilities. Some claim they can move objects...
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What better guides to help students learn about the world than teens of the world? This unique series looks at 12 countries, one of which is the Navajo Nation inside the United States, through the eyes of both expert authors and real-life teens who live in those countries. The author provides background information on the history, culture, customs, politics, and economy of the country, while the teen describes for readers their points of view on teen...
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What better guides to help students learn about the world than teens of the world? This unique series looks at 12 countries, one of which is the Navajo Nation inside the United States, through the eyes of both expert authors and real-life teens who live in those countries. The author provides background information on the history, culture, customs, politics, and economy of the country, while the teen describes for readers their points of view on teen...
15) Mexico
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Mexico's culture blends indigenous and European traditions-with its deep history still seen in ancient monuments. The country's natural beauty is matched by a vibrant culture, known the world over. Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera; the Day of the Dead and Cinco de Mayo; Mexican rodeo and mariachi bands-the flavors, sites, and sounds of Mexico are all explored in this volume on the country's customs and culture. Covering history and religion; family and...
16) Russia
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Russia occupies a grand place on the world's stage. Its sprawling landscape encompasses flat, grassy steppes and soaring mountains, as well as a wide array of ethnic groups and religious traditions. Hockey, bandy, and the Bolshoi Ballet; the sweeping novels of Tolstoy; the hearty richness of borscht; the springtime holiday of Maslenitsa-all these and more are celebrated in this volume on Russia's customs and culture. Covering history and religion;...
17) India
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Shaped by deep religious traditions, India is marked by a thriving democracy and rising middle class, alongside economic and cultural diversity. The country's richness inspires wonder. The extraordinary beauty of the Taj Mahal and "The Blue City" of Jodhpur; the teeming streets of Mumbai and Delhi; chutneys, lentils, and tandoor ovens-these highlights and more are explored in this volume on Indian culture and customs. Covering history and religion;...
18) Japan
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While ever-changing and modernizing, Japan stays true to its roots. It has an ancient Asian culture at the forefront of today's globalizing world. The delicacy and simplicity of haiku and ink-wash paintings; the serenity of the traditional tea ceremony; the bustling city of Tokyo; the hyper-sleek modernism of bullet trains-these cultural icons and more are celebrated in this volume on Japan's customs and culture. Covering history and religion; family...
19) Italy
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Throughout its history, Italy has been at the crossroads of people and civilizations. Its roots are in both ancient Rome and early-modern Europe-influences still evident today. The canals of Venice and Roman amphitheaters; Vatican City and the Catholic Church; fast cars and fashion runways; artisanal cheeses and the Slow Food movement-these traditions and more are all celebrated in this volume on Italy's customs and culture. Covering history and religion;...
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