Jonathan Bard
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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One of the single greatest leaps forward in human healthcare happened because of an accident in a laboratory. This serendipitous event was the result of a summer vacation in Scotland and an unattended experiment. Dr. Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin, one of the first antibiotics, in 1928 when he noticed that mold had gotten into a petri dish and it had prevented bacteria from growing. This book explores Fleming's accidental discovery, the science...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Deep underground, below the bustling streets of cities big and small all around the world, subway trains shuttle passengers to their destinations. From the world's oldest subway in London, built in 1847, to the extremely busy Tokyo subway with over 200 stations, subways have been and continue to be a huge part of the daily lives of millions of people. This lively volume explores the engineering marvels of subway systems, which have a history as surprising...
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Our solar system would fall apart without the sun. Its gravity is what keeps planets and other celestial bodies moving in orbit. The sun also plays a big role in Earth's weather, climate, and seasons. We wouldn't know of this if we hadn't spent a lot of time over hundreds of years studying the sun. Your young explorers will head to the yellow dwarf star that is our sun with satellites, probes, and through high-powered telescopes. They'll discover...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Moving water is one of the most incredible forces on Earth. Just think of the power behind a tsunami or waterfall. Harnessing the power of water is nothing new. People have been using water wheels to power mills for thousands of years. Today, hydroelectric turbines provide electricity to millions of homes and businesses. With a focus on STEM topics, this book provides an in-depth look at the advances in technology that allow us to generate hydroelectricity...
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High above our heads, orbiting Earth, are huge technical wonders called satellites. These instruments do so much for us, from helping our cars navigate through GPS to informing meteorologists' predictions of the weather. Making these satellites is no small feat, and they are very expensive. A typical satellite can take several years to build and costs nearly millions of dollars. This STEM-connected volume explores the complex engineering required...
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Every second of every day, the sun emits wave after wave of radiation hurling toward our planet. Even though we can't see most of this radiation with the naked eye, scientists have learned how to use these invisible waves to our advantage. From infrared systems to guide missiles to ultraviolet-sterilized laboratory work areas, visible light's closest neighbors on the electromagnetic spectrum have a lot to offer us. This book explores the science and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Video games have been growing in popularity as computer systems become more advanced. Better design and smoother operation provides users with an enhanced gaming experience. This book explores the world of video game developers-the people behind our favorite high-tech video games. Readers will learn what game designers do and what skills are needed to work in this fast-paced industry. STEM concepts addressed in the Next Generation Science Standards...
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No longer are sports played only on a field or in an arena. Professional gaming leagues are gaining worldwide recognition for their exciting competitions and star players, most of whom rose to fame through online streaming. From the first video game tournament held in 1972 to today, gaming has come a long way. Major sports organizations, like the NBA and MLS, are sponsoring their own eSports leagues. This attention-grabbing volume dives into the rise...