Beginner coders often gravitate to the easy-to-use Python language for its versatility and usability. Games, robots, and Web sites—including those of Google and YouTube—and much more run on Python, an
Discusses all of the skills that go into finding a job, including finding out who is hiring, creating effective raesumaes and cover letters, and making the right impression on a job interview.
Readers will get creative with origami, the fascinating Japanese art of paper folding. This high-interest title introduces the history and origin of origami, and prompts readers to put their creative
Introduces human papillomavirus infections and genital warts and discusses how they are transmitted, the connction to cervical cancer, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and living with the condition.
Digesting a meal takes the body hours! The process begins in the mouth with saliva and moves to the stomach, which is full of acid that outside of the body could do some serious harm. From burping to
This engaging volume introduces readers to the world of technical texts and their uses and is aligned with grade 2 Common Core ELA-Literacy standards. Students learn about the purposes and types of te
This enthralling look at the workings of the cardiovascular system introduces young readers to the human heart and its function. Along with the heart's atria and ventricles, the book explains the circ
This highly practical guide to wrestling begins with a brief history of the sport that traces its origins to ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Its account of the modern history of the sport and how it
Teens who find themselves in trouble with the law need to know how to deal with the justice system. The fact that a teen can be tried either as a juvenile, and proceed through the juvenile justice sys
Although often confused with its sister sport, baseball, softball has crept its way into the mainstream and earned a substantial following of its own both in the United States and abroad. From Little
The push is on for students to embrace STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) disciplines, first in school and then in the workplace. This series highlights the career possibilities with
With its claws and fangs and hunting for blood in the night, el Chupacabra is the stuff of nightmares. Many people insist that this mysterious Mexican monster is real, while others proclaim it a bedti
Discusses how social networking can help people maintain active relationships with others, stay informed about current events, and learn about the goods and services offered by businesses.
Explains the basics of writing a blog, from choosing a blogging style and handling copyright issues to selecting the right host site and promoting with social media.
Looks at the dangers associated with playing games online, and suggests methods for staying safe and protecting personal information while gaming on the Internet.
Examines the risks associated with using Facebook, and offers advice on setting up a safe account, managing privacy settings, accessing applications and games, and using the site responsibly.
Examines the risks associated with using smartphones, identifying threats they pose to personal safety, privacy, and health, and explores ways to avoid becoming a victim of a smartphone-related crime.
Presents information on writing feature articles on issues, covering how to select a topic, gather complete and accurate information, create the first draft, make a final revision, and share work with
Presents, in graphic novel format, the early life and imprisonment of Nelson Mandela, from his childhood and education to his work with the African National Congress and political accomplishments duri
In graphic novel format, describes the encounters of people with lake monsters, from the Loch Ness monster in Scotland to those in lakes Erie and Champlain in the United States.
Sexual trafficking is a pressing issue—and one that doesn’t receive enough attention or discussion. In this groundbreaking title, readers will come face-to-face with the realities of sexual traffickin
Describes various types of dating violence, discussing common characteristics of abusers, ways to cope with the effects of dating violence, and where to find help.
While plays are printed works and are therefore certainly able to be read, they don’t truly come alive until they are performed, with actors breathing life into the words on the page. After reading th
Committing a felony at a young age can set a young adult back in many ways, including personal relationships, education, and career path. With guidance from the right people, it is possible to recover
This practical guide provides insightful counsel regarding the best legal options to pursue when charged with an alcohol or drug offense, but it also offers advice on how to stay out of this type of t
3-D printing allows for the creation of nearly any type of object, from an entire house to a human organ. Now with makerspaces, collaborative engineering workspaces, virtually anyone can utilize these
It has been said that good things come in small packages. Such is the case with Arduino. Using the Arduino programming language, users operate microcontrollers, which are essentially mini-computers th
Even as having a higher education becomes increasingly essential in the job market, the costs associated with attending a post-secondary institution continue to rise, making the prospect of paying for
Engineers blend logic and precision with imagination, and science and math principles with vision and foresight, to create solutions for some of society's most pressing problems. From information tech
