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Children in conflict zones experience life-threatening situations and witness violence. They are killed or injured; some are forced to fight; many are orphaned. This important series helps show the significant ways in which conflicts shape and change childrenÎs lives, impacting their families, their physical and mental health, and their futures. Extension questions encourage readers to think critically, make connections, and reflect. Perspectives boxes feature people affected by conflict. Each b
Societies around the globe have produced an astounding array of captivating myths that continue to fascinate and entertain members of each new generation. Among the best-known of these stories are those that tell how Earth and humans came to be; how the gods fought destructive wars in the heavens; and how stalwart human heroes fought dragons, one-eyed giants, demons, and other monstrous creatures. Classic tales from Greece, Rome, Scandinavia, Egypt, China, India, Central America, and elsewhere a
Using concrete examples, relevant facts, and expert commentary, books in this series explore the consequences of climate change. The series examines what changes are taking place (along with where, how, and why); what these changes mean for people, wildlife, and the planet overall; and efforts to address these issues.
All the mythologies of peoples around the globe contain fascinating, at times frightening, tales of a wide array animals and monsters. Stories about dragons, for instance, are especially numerous, not only in China, but also Greece, Scandinavia, England, and other parts of the world. Also common are tales about giants, shape-shifters, and flying menaces. This book contains tales about such creatures from the lore of Egypt, China, Greece, northern Europe, Japan, Korea, the United States, and else
The sources of news and information seem limitless, but they are not all equally good or useful, and some are actually dangerous. TodayÎs teens have never known life without the internet, social media, and digital devices. Even so, they donÎt always understand what theyÎre looking at, how to find good information, and how to avoid false and misleading content. Developing Digital and Media Literacy Skills provides a down-to-earth look at the digital and media landscape and what teens can do to en
At lunch, / I ate three cans / of alphabet soup. / An hour later / I had / thesaurus / throat / ever. Brian Cleary brings his trademark humor and wordplay to middle grade readers in this poetry collection. Featuring limericks, concrete poems, haiku, quatrains, acrostics, and much more, the book is in equal parts entertaining and educational. Spot illustrations accompany the poems, as do brief notes about poetic forms and poetic devices. An exceedingly accessible resource for poetry monthÑand all
Electric vehicles are being promoted worldwide as an environmentally-friendly way to reduce fossil fuel use and fight climate change. However, electric vehicles are not a perfect solution. They can release pollution and emissions into the environment, depending on how they are manufactured and charged.
Many possible careers could be good choices for young people with a passion for music. Exploring Careers in Music profiles six careers: background singer, booking agent, DJ, music teacher, music therapist, and session musician, delving into what each job entails, how to prepare for it, and what its future prospects are. Readers will discover some satisfying ways to make money while being creative and making other peopleÎs lives better.
Chinese mythology represents much more than imaginary tales of triumphant heroes and vengeful gods. The stories that make up China’s mythology in many ways reflect the history of this ancient civilization and the moral code that upholds ideals both ancient and modern. Exploring Chinese Mythology tells many beloved and engaging stories of creation, love, war, heroism, and monsters.
The ancient Egyptians had a large, rich collection of myths that developed over the course of more than four thousand years. This book examines the colorful gods and goddesses, the primary creation myths, and several mythical monsters and the human heroes who slew them. Also included is the mystical tale the Egyptians saw as their most important: the Myth of Kingship, which established that all people, regardless of wealth and status, could find salvation in the afterlife.