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Unplugged Activities for Future Coders

Computer science is the at the heart of the world's biggest industries, but getting started in programming can be tough. Coding courses can be expensive, and not everyone has access to them. This must-have set provides access to computer science, without even requiring a computer. Instead, this set uses common materials kids can find around the house to both learn the building blocks of modern coding and get hands-on experience putting important coding principles to use.

Unplugged: Ella Gets Her Family Back

When Ella finally makes her move, it gets everyone's attention. At first there is some confusion--could Ella just want a cell phone of her own?† But Ella makes clear that what she really wants is her family back. Will they all agree that it's time to make some changes? And what word do you think Ella will use the next time she plays Hangman with her brother Carlos? This is a lively book about the issue of managing technology so that it can become more family friendly.

Unprovoked War, The: Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine

In February 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine in anticipation of a quick and complete victory. That did not happen. Instead, Russia’s brutal, unprovoked war has run into determined resistance from the Ukrainian government and people. Even so, Russia’s war on Ukraine has destroyed huge swaths of the country, including hospitals, apartment buildings, and schools. It has displaced millions and killed and injured thousands. Much of the global community has rallied around Ukraine, providing weapons and fi

Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre

Celebrated author Carole Boston Weatherford and illustrator Floyd Cooper provide a powerful look at the Tulsa Race Massacre, one of the worst incidents of racial violence in our nation's history. The book traces the history of African Americans in Tulsa's Greenwood district and chronicles the devastation that occurred in 1921 when a white mob attacked the Black community. News of what happened was largely suppressed, and no official investigation occurred for seventy-five years. This picture boo

Unstable Earth

Our planet is facing a range of challenges from global warming and environmental abuse from its inhabitants. Using an inquiry approach, this series explores these serious issues, offering accessible scientific explanations that reveal how the Earth’s processes are interlinked – and how one event can trigger a chain reaction throughout the planet that can have consequential effects on both humans and nature. Each volume includes fascinating case studies, critical thinking questions, and projected

Unsung Heroes

Unsung Heroes shines a spotlight on underrepresented voices throughout history. Featuring racial minorities and other marginalized contributors who are routinely left out of history books, this biography series examines the work of professionals throughout US history and in the fields of science, technology, and social justice. Each book profiles 12 individuals and their impressive contributions as well as the challenges they faced.

Unwritten

In this fantasy middle-grade novel, twelve-year-old storybook character Gracie Freeman lives in the real world but longs to discover what happened in the story she came from. When she finally gets her chance, the truth isn't what she was expecting.

Upfront Health (21st Century Skills Library)

For young people, leading a healthy lifestyle requires education and empowerment. In the Upfront Health series, readers will explore the social aspects and health effects of common issues they and their peers are facing, and ways to make healthy choices. Side bars challenge and expand readers' thinking while relating topics to 21st Century skills and themes--from creativity and innovation to financial literacy.

Up-To-Speed Math (Pre-Algebr™)

This series brings students who have gaps in their understanding of math skills and concepts up to speed. “Low Gear” lessons review the basics; “High Gear” lessons extend understanding. 96-page worktexts are built around NCTM standards.

Up-To-Speed Math (Story Problems)

This series provides carefully sequenced instruction in the process, skills, and strategies that successful problem-solvers use. Based on current research softcover worktexts are 96-pages each. Lessons are 2-page spreads with instruction and examples. The 16- to 24-page teacher’s manuals provide notes and answer keys on CD..