John Perritano
1) Austria
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Located in central Europe, Austria is a country known for its scenic mountains, crystal lakes, and winding Danube River. Once a great empire, Austria was for centuries one of the most dominant forces in Europe. Learn about Austria's fascinating history, culture, geography, and more in Austria, an Exploring Countries book.
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Engineers at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center in Vicksburg, Mississippi, invented a ballistic wallpaper to catch bits of flying rubble and shrapnel. The wallpaper can help to protect soldiers inside their shelters on battlefields. Discover this and many other exciting
technological advancements in War and the
Military, one of the titles in the STEM Today series.
3) Wild Weather
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Theme: Hi-lo, nonfiction, weather Weather happens every day. Sometimes it is wild. Hurricanes, tsunamis, and tornadoes are just some of the wild weather events in the world that have taken many lives and destroyed cities. Engage your most struggling readers in grades 4-7 with Red Rhino Nonfiction! This new series features high-interest topics in every content area. Visually appealing full-color photographs and illustrations, fun facts, and short chapters...
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The liquid-hydrogen-powered aircraft called Phantom Eye flew for the first time in 2012 at Edwards Air Force Base in California. It was designed for military use but its hydrogen-fuel-based propulsion system might one day be used in passenger planes. Discover this and many other exciting technological advancements in Transportation, one of the titles in the STEM Today series.
5) Fishing
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Fish on! Thats the exciting call of a person who has lured a fish onto their line. Then the battle begins to land the wriggling animal! Fishing has been a part of peoples lives for thousands of years. Today, its a fun sport that many families enjoy together, whether on a river or a lake or in the ocean. Inside, learn about the different types of fishing you can do, the gear you need to succeed, and tips on how the "land the big one!" Put down the...
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Things aren't quite right at Copernicus Middle School when substitute history teacher Mr. Green enters the picture. He knows a little too much about ancient Egypt. Equally puzzling is the new student, Molly Stone, another expert on Egyptian history. Meanwhile, earthquakes and volcanoes are violently shaking the planet. Could these strange events be linked— and possibly to an ancient Egyptian prophecy? Dr. I.N. Stein calls on the Kid Squad to find...
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You want intense? How about riding your motorcycle through mud and muck, soaring over jumps, and battling the world's top racers? Motocross racing calls for guts, skill, and goggles! Learn all about the top riders, find out how the sport got started, and take a few laps with some world champions. This title will allow students to refer to details and examples in a text when explaining what the text says explicitly and when drawing inferences from...
9) Forensics
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Researchers at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, in Tennessee, invented a new device called LABRADOR. It uses smell to help find dead bodies. Discover this and many other exciting technological advancements in Forensics, one of the titles in the STEM Today series.
10) Australia
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Indigenous peoples, British settlers, recent immigrant groups: Australia's past-along with the vast continent it occupies-gives the country its unique character. The astounding beauty of the Great Barrier Reef; the Outback still home to many aborigines; the native instrument called the didgeridoo; world-class cities such as Melbourne and Sydney-these highlights and more are celebrated in this volume on Australia's customs and culture. Covering history...
11) Medal of Honor
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Theme: Hi-lo, nonfiction, Congressional medals American soldiers who show valor in combat can receive the Medal of Honor. This is the top military award in the US. Learn more about several heroes who received this award, from the Civil War to the War in Afghanistan. Engage your most struggling readers in grades 4-7 with Red Rhino Nonfiction! This new series features high-interest topics in every content area. Visually appealing full-color photographs...
12) Copper
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Copper is one of the most plentiful and useful metals on Earth. Ancient warriors used it to forge weapons with deadly blades, and shipbuilders used it to cover the bottoms of boats. Today, you can find copper in the kitchen and in computers, too. Copper is mixed with other metals to create alloys like brass to make instruments such as the trumpet. It is even in our blood! The countries of North America have always had plentiful natural resources....
13) Comet of Doom
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Mad scientist Dr. Alowishus Cobalt is out to destroy the planet. Using his own invention, he has caused a comet to switch paths and head toward Earth! Dr. I.N. Stein and Colonel Bragg call on the members of the Kid Squad — Pi, Athena, Gadget, and Tank, along with their trusty cat D-Day — to save the world from destruction. Will they be able to track down Dr. Cobalt and send the comet back to its original orbit? Or will Earth end up, as Dr. Stein...
14) Gold and Silver
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As two of the rarest metals on Earth, gold and silver have amazed humans for centuries. People have searched the world for silver and gold, hoping to fill their pockets with the shiny metals. And yet during all of human history, only enough gold has been extracted to fill two Olympic-sized swimming pools. And not every aspect of the metals is pretty. Mining gold and silver comes with many environmental consequences. The countries of North America...
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When the testing of a nuclear-powered invisibility device goes awry, Captain Rudolph Von Dorn transforms into the evil Captain Cyclops. Soon, he and his mutated crew set out on a path of destruction, blowing up islands and seaside towns with their nuclear-powered Destructo Beam. Dr. I.N. Stein and Colonel Bragg call on the Kid Squad — Pi, Athena, Gadget, and Tank — to come to the rescue. With their help, along with Captain Von Dorn's daughter...
16) Brazil
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Its indigenous peoples, African influences, and colonial history give Brazil a unique cultural flare. The subtle flavors of Bahia and the robust pleasures of barbecue; the gritty favelas of Rio and the sandy beaches of Copacabana; samba music and Carnival celebrations-these sites, sounds, and traditions are all celebrated in this volume on Brazil's customs and culture. Covering history and religion; family and friends; food and drink; school and work;...
17) Marine Resources
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The oceans, where life first began, occupy more than 70 percent of the Earth's surface. About half of the planet's 7 billion people live in close proximity to an ocean. We depend on them for food, energy, and recreation. Yet we know comparatively little about the oceans. One thing we do know, though, is that human activities are causing them harm. Although the oceans are immense, they are also in need of protection. The countries of North America...
18) Salt
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Salt is a resource that we often take for granted. Before refrigeration, people poured salt over meats to preserve them. Soldiers of the Roman Empire received their pay in salt. Even Christopher Columbus was on the hunt for salt when he landed in the New World. Salt is an essential element for life, too. Like water, our bodies need salt. The countries of North America have always had plentiful natural resources. But the exploitation of these resources...
19) 3D Printing
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Theme: Hi-lo, nonfiction, 3-D Printing 3D printing has made some fascinating developments in recent years. It has been around since the 1980s, but technology has improved dramatically. Now, 3D printers are used in business, medicine, cooking, fashion, and more. Engage your most struggling readers in grades 4-7 with Red Rhino Nonfiction! This new series features high-interest topics in every content area. Visually appealing full-color photographs and...
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It takes a special kind of bravery to face down a live bomb . . . but the people in this book demonstrate that courage every time they go to work. Experts on bomb squads around the world face new dangers every day. Inside, read how they stay ahead of the bombers and how they train their minds and bodies to handle the stress of disarming explosive devices. Adventure, courage, talent . . . and service-they can all be found in the stories of brave men...