Provides an introduction to the government agency that provides assistance during and after disasters, describing the history of the organization and examples of the type of help they provide.
Going to college. Buying a car. Taking a vacation. All of these things require saving money. Readers are provided guidance on saving and planning for the future.
Introduces the importance of science to sustainable building and discusses its history and its role in energy efficiency, the development and adoption of sustainable materials, indoor air quality, and
Profiles the history of Duke University's basketball team, discussing memorable moments, key rivalries, star players and coaches, and national championships.
Profiles the history of Nebraska University's football team, discussing memorable moments, key rivalries, star players and coaches, and national championships.
Offers descriptions, relevant facts, and advice on careers in business administration, including information on educational requirements, salary ranges, required skills, and employment prospects.
Offers descriptions, relevant facts, and advice on careers in computer science, including information on educational requirements, salary ranges, required skills, and employment prospects.
Discusses the history of the U.S. Army, how people become Army soldiers, and the different types of vehicles and weaponry this branch of the Armed Forces uses.
"Explores the pros and cons of several issues related to recycling, including whether it helps the environment, and is it economically efficient. Aligns with Common Core Language Arts Anchor Standards
Pilotless Planes or drones have become an important aspect of modern military operations. Developed for espionage and warfare, pilotless planes are also used for public safety issues and can reduce in
Minerals are solid, naturally occurring substances that make up much of what we use in our daily lives, from household items and medicines to food and computers. Readers will learn how minerals form,
From shopping and banking to accessing media and communicating with others, looks at how the Internet has changed society as well as some of the changes on the horizon, while covering such topics as p
Where does the news that students hear--on television, the radio, and online--come from? And who decides what's news? Asking Questions about How the News is Created discusses how an event becomes a st
