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This book relays the factual details of the story of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire of 1911. The narrative provides multiple accounts of the event, and readers learn details through the point of view of a teenage girl worker, a New York socialite, and a responding fireman. The text offers opportunities to compare and contrast various perspectives in the text while gathering and analyzing information about a historical event.
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An in-depth look into the physics behind martial arts. Whether you are an experienced martial artist or a curious enthusiast, this book gives you an "unfair advantage" by unraveling the complex science of effective fighting techniques and examining the core principles that make them work. Did you know?
Momentum is for knocking people over.
Energy is for breaking bones and causing pain.
A haymaker travels 3.14159 times farther than a jab.
You are...
724) Identity Theft
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IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Many people store and share personal information online. This information is part of a person's identity. Identity thieves can find and steal this information. Identity Theft explores how people can protect themselves from identity theft. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common...
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Are you ready to embark on a journey that transcends the boundaries of blockchain technology? Introducing "Foundations of Interoperability," a captivating exploration of the groundbreaking fusion between Cardano and the boundless world of blockchain connectivity. Delve into the pages of this book to uncover the secrets behind Cardano's visionary pursuit of seamless interoperability-a concept that promises to reshape the very fabric of the blockchain...
726) What Are Hurricanes?
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Although hurricanes start far out to sea, they often make landfall. Winds can whip to over 150 miles per hour. Trees, power lines, and homes are easily blown over. Find out how to prepare yourself and your home for this natural disaster.
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GET IN THE BEST SHAPE OF YOUR LIFE AND MASTER REAL FIGHTING TECHNIQUES WITH ADVANCED KRAV MAGA
Based on the principles of enhancing natural instincts and using appropriate force for self-protection and weapons defense, anyone can master the moves of krav maga — the international self-defense Martial Arts and physical fitness sensation designed by the Israel Defense Forces. This follow up to Krav Maga: An Essential Guide to the Renowned Method -...
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Do needles give you goosebumps? Does the flu shot send chills down your spine? You're not alone. In this Pebble Emerge book, explore the reasons many people are afraid of shots, including flu shots and Covid vaccines, and discover simple tips for facing this fear safely. Reassuring facts and helpful photos provide the knowledge young readers need to face their fear about shots.
730) The Dark Web
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IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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The Dark Web is a part of the internet that is hidden and hard to access. It allows users to remain anonymous. Some people use the Dark Web because they fear for their safety. Others use the Dark Web to sell illegal products or services. The Dark Web explores issues in policing the Dark Web. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary,...
731) What Are Droughts?
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There has been little rainfall, and the land is dry. A drought has developed. Rivers and lakes dry up. Crops are ruined from lack of water. Learn ways to use less water and how to save the little water that you do have.
732) Cell Phone Privacy
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IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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Most people today have cell phones. People rely on cell phones for communication. Cell phones also store a lot of personal data. Cell Phone Privacy explores how people can protect this data. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....
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In the shadows of today's dynamic digital landscape, an insidious menace lurks: online trolls. In 'Trolled-From Victim to Victor', you can follow the incredible journey of Khuraman Armstrong, a resilient Australian entrepreneur who refused to be silenced by the malicious forces that attacked her, en masse, with the single intent of destroying her personal reputation and that of her Enjoy Dark Chocolate business.
A successful businesswoman, Khuraman...
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New college students are led to believe that sharing personal information and freely expressing their opinions on social media is expected and their right to free speech. What they fail to understand is that any information they reveal may be used to steal their identity, prevent them from being hired and possibly even get them hurt or killed.
It is well-known that college is a time for learning, experiencing and growing as a person... but it is little...
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I type these words, we just got past the Coronavirus or Covid-19 pandemic, at least the first wave (assuming there will be a second wave).
Many panicked; stores ran out of basic supplies. Many died, many more were sick. Several of my friends had contracted the virus, and I lost a few people I knew. Before the pandemic, for twenty years, people made fun of me for being a prepper and a survivalist. During the first month or so after the outbreak, I...
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Are you a triathlete, runner, cyclist, swimmer, cross-country skier, or other athlete seeking greater endurance? The Endurance Handbook teaches athletes how to stay healthy, achieve optimal athletic potential, and be injury-free for many productive years. Dr. Philip Maffetone's approach to endurance offers a truly "individualized" outlook and unique system that he has refined over three decades of training and treating athletes, ranging from world...
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This title begins by explaining what COVID-19 is, what social distancing is, what "flattening the curve" means, and how they're all related. It also gives kids fun ways to connect with their friends, extended family members, and neighbors who they likely miss seeing in person. The book gives kids both technology and technology-free options to stay connected with others. Complete with inviting photos and images, bolded glossary terms, and more. Aligned...
738) The Safe Family Book
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Addressing physical, sexual, and emotional safety with children can be difficult. The Safe Family Book provides an easy way for adults to help children recognize, when they are not safe. The book presents information about sexual, physical and emotional abuse in a non-threatening way and helps children develop a safety plan for telling trusted adults, when they are not safe. The Safe Family Book can be used by parents, teachers, and counselors in...
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Acclaimed book, now in English and Spanish, helps adults teach children about abuse, getting help, and how to set boundaries to stay safe.
Without being taught about body boundaries, a child may be too young to understand when abuse is happening-or that it's wrong. Now available in a bilingual English-Spanish edition, My Body Belongs to Me /Mi cuerpo me pertenece offers a tool parents, teachers, and counselors can use to sensitively share and...
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