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This entertaining book introduces readers to basic computer game design. Content covers key game features including game assets, such as characters, obstacles, and tools. Readers also learn about the types of code used for different actions including keeping score and changing difficulty levels. They gain experience creating and modifying code for different design purposes. Additional activities such as storyboarding, character and platform development prompts, and flowchart creation help guide
The Get Informed, Stay Informed series is designed to empower young people to become knowledgeable, active citizens by engaging with current issues shaping the world today. Each title arms readers with a critical overview of an issue, providing accessible entry points to grasp essential background context, and explains related vocabulary to help readers understand the causes and possible outcomes. Issues are examined from multiple perspectives, and consider local, national, and global connection
This Series is designed to empower young people to become knowledgeable, active citizens by engaging with current issues shaping the world today. Each title arms readers with a critical overview of an issue, providing accessible entry points to grasp essential background context, and explains related vocabulary to help readers understand the causes and possible outcomes. Issues are examined from multiple perspectives, and consider local, national, and global connections. In addition, readers wil
Get Involved explores the many ways people can volunteer in their communities. Readers will learn about a variety of opportunities, the skills required, and how to get started. Each book includes a graphic that presents key information visually, source notes, and resources to aid in further research.
There is no shortage of obligations, pressures, and chaos coming at teens. How do you take control of it all and do what needs to be done? Get Stuff Done features keys to prioritizing, meeting deadlines, dealing with distractions, managing stress, and balancing work and fun.
In any given year, an estimated 44 million Americans suffer from some form of mental illness. Mental health impacts every part of life and is essential to overall health. While mental illness is a serious problem, there is hope as most people diagnosed with a mental health condition can get better with treatment and support.
Stories of ghosts and spirits have been around in history and legend for millennia. These apparitions take many forms, from glowing lights and shadowy specters to phantom ships that ply the world's oceans. For believers and skeptics alike, ghosts can inspire curiosity about the possibilities of what may lie beyond this earthly life.
Award-winning author Sally M.áWalker brings colonial American history to life through the discovery of an importantáhomestead in seventeenth century Maryland. She follows the painstaking work of scientists and historians to coax fascinating stories out of the long-crumbled walls.á
Do you believe in ghosts? Explore what ghosts are, where they're found, and meet some famous ghost busters. Check out the high-tech equipment modern ghost hunters use, and see their most convincing evidence that ghosts are real.
Manta rays are a flagship species, and they need our help. When people help these gentle giants, the whole ocean ecosystem benefits. Kerstin Forsberg started the organization Planeta OcÄano to change the way ocean conservation projects are done in Peru, and she championed manta rays. She visited schools and also talked with local fishers about the dangers of overfishing. Thanks to the help of local teachers, students, and fishers, Kerstin launched a project to identify and track oceanic manta ra