Bridget Heos
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 7.9 - AR Pts: 10
Language
English
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Blood, Bullets, and Bones provides young readers with a fresh and fascinating look at the ever-evolving science of forensics. Since the introduction of DNA testing, forensic science has been in the forefront of the public's imagination, thanks especially to popular television shows like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. But forensic analysis has been practiced for thousands of years. Ancient Chinese detectives studied dead bodies for signs of foul play,...
Author
Publisher
HarperCollins
Pub. Date
2016
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 8.5 - AR Pts: 6
Language
English
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Description
Tackling the issue of global warming head-on for a teen audience, this acclaimed book examines the science behind it, the history of climate change on our planet, and the ways in which humans have affected the current crisis we face.
It's Getting Hot in Here takes an in-depth look at the facts: how we got where we are today as a planet, how we know that the climate is changing, and what can be done in order to avoid making
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English
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The human body is over 65% water. We drink it. We bathe in it. We water our crops with it. Water is a foundation of human life. And yet, more and more chemicals are getting into our ground water. People are getting sick, and even dying from it. How this happened and what we can do to prevent these issues in the future are a few of the topics readers will discuss as they take a look at the incredibly disgusting issue of water pollution and contamination-and...
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English
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In 2011, a 9.0 magnitude earthquake struck Japan near one of the country's nuclear power plants. In the days that followed, radioactive material leaked into the air and water, contaminating those who came in contact with it. This is not the first time in history that this type of event has occurred. Reader's take an in-depth look at the incredibly disgusting issue of radioactive contamination and more importantly, how further damage can be avoided....
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Language
English
Description
Even in an unhealthy economy, there are certain fields that continue to grow and thrive. Two of these are hair care and makeup. This guide to landing a job in hair care and/or makeup provides some incredible tips on navigating the competitive job market by developing a resume and cover letter that stand out. It is a terrific resource for any savvy job seeker looking for an edge.