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Discovering America: An Exceptional Nation

From the beginning, America has been an experiment in democracy that has evolved according to the will of the people and events of national and international importance. This essential series traces how citizens, the government, and historical circumstances combine to shape facets of the country ranging from politics to culture to the environment. Each book focuses on one such facet in accordance with AP United States History curriculum, providing readers with an understanding of how an exceptio

Discovering Art

The Discovering Art series introduces readers to major art forms, styles or movements, and periods. Books in the series discuss early development and pioneers; important changes over time in style, tools and techniques; influential artists; and more. The series serves as an excellent starting point for student researchers and anyone hoping to develop an appreciation for art in its many forms.

Discovering Canada  

Take and in-depth look at the lives and accomplishments of the key explorers who rediscovered Canada. Each title includes a wealth of historical information, maps, and photographs. Explorations are put into context with information on the aims and success of each expedition. Includes interesting facts about the routes, hardships, equipment, and supplies.

Discovering Central America: History, Politics, and Culture

Central America is the name given to the southern part of the isthmus that separates North America and South America. This position has given it an important strategic role in international affairs. This series examines the seven countries of this region, teaching young readers about the geography, history, economy, and culture of each nation. Each book is written in an easy-to-understand style, and includes numerous illustrations and maps.

Discovering Jobs

Few people are lucky enough to know from a young age what jobs or careers they want to pursue. In the Discovering Jobs series, the focus is on viewing career options through personal interests, hobbies, and passions. Every book in the series profiles six jobs that reflect particular areas of interest. Also in these books are comments from industry insiders, information about pay and job prospects, a Q&A interview, and lists of sources for more information.

Discovering Nature

All Year Round offers the young scientist a lively introduction to the changing world of nature throughout the year. With easy-to-make projects, he or she will plant herbs and sunflowers, build an animal shelter, and make a mini-museum. By the end of the book, the young scientist will have gained a better understanding of plant and animal life through the seasons.

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Discrimination in Society

Discrimination based on race, sex, age, and more is as prominent in the public discourse today as it ever was. The Discrimination in Society series examines these and other types of discrimination-what they entail, how they are manifested, how widespread they are, their effects on real people, and efforts to address these problems. Personal accounts and quotes from experts in various fields provide added insight into these timely topics.

Disease in History

Disease in History describes several of the epidemics that have significantly influenced historical events. It explains how the discovery of germs in the last two centuries was able to reverse millenia of superstition and ignorance in the treatment of infectious diseases. Finally, it explains how and why the world of microbial organisms has been able to thwart many of medical science's greatest efforts to eliminate, or, at the very least, control them.

Diseases and Disorders

Physical health problems such as a broken arm or the flu have visible symptoms, but disorders that affect the brain are generally invisible. This contributes to persistent myths and misinformation about learning disorders, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other mental health issues. Readers develop a better understanding of mental and physical health problems through relevant statistics, informative side bars, detailed photographs, and up-to-date charts and diagrams. With this information,