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Beyond government : citizens and their government
There are many opportunities for people to make a difference, such as delivering meals to the elderly or volunteering with United Way or the Red Cross. This book encourages people to help out where they can.
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- 9781602790605
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 24 cm
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- 361 MUS
Renewable energy sources (sci-hi)
Renewable Energy Sources explores the energy sources that will power the future. You will learn about everything from wind energy to biofuels. You will discover why some energy sources are used in large power plants while others are great for your home or your vehicle. So, come on a fantastic journey into the world of renewable energy! Sci-Hi is an engaging, comprehensive, and visually stim…
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- 9781410933515
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- 48 pages : illustration ; 24 cm
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- 333.7 SOL
Let's discuss poverty
Poverty is not necessarily solely a matter of scarce resources; it also arises from lack of access to education, property ownership and political power. Poor people are to be found everywhere in the world, but in the largest number in developing countries. Read more in this book written by Michael Gibson.
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- 0850789184
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- 48 pages : illustration ; 24 cm
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- 362.5 GIB
Nuclear power
Through engaging, interactive scenarios, learners can experiment with text prediction, purpose-driven research, and creative problem solving-all critical thinking skills-while learning about different kinds of energy. Each book includes: Sidebars, Hands-on Activities, glossary, Further Reading, Index
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- 9781610808965
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 24 cm
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- Energy Lab : Nuclear Power
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- 333.7 DUK
Exploiting the sea
This series investigates the world above and below the surface of the seas and oceans, explaining how they were formed, why they are constantly in motion, their importance as a source of food, minerals and energy, and the latest developments in underwater exploration. Also described are some of the thousands of fascinating marine plants and animals and the urgent need for international cooperat…
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- 9781852109400
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 27 cm
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- The Sea
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- 333.9164 PEN
Energy sources
With the amount of energy being consumed, it's no surprise we are in danger of running out of fossil fuels. Fortunately, scientists have found ways to get energy from renewable sources.
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- 9780756941796
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- 48 pages : illustration ; 23 cm
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- Reading Essentials in Science
- Call Number
- 333.7 BLE
What are rules and laws?
What Are Rules and Laws? was written to support the Common Core State Standards for English/Language Arts. Important rules and reasons to follow them are explored in this volume. From home to school to Capitol Hill, readers learn all about rules and why we need them. CCSS English Language Arts Strands & Standards: Literacy.RI.1.7, Literacy.L.1.1
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- 9781448885855
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- 24 pages : illustration ; 21 cm
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- I'm an American Citizen
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- 349 RIP
Branches of government : government in action
Explains what a government is, lists three different types of government, and describes the major parts of the American democracy.
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- 9781591976448
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 20 cm
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- Checkerboard Social Studies Library
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- 320 HAM
Changing planet : what is the environmental impact of human migration and set…
This series provides Grade 6 with 48 pages each of detail on global migration patterns. Paul Challen's 'Migration in the 21st Century', Natalie Hyde's 'Population Patterns', and Ceri Oeppen's 'Hopes, Needs, Rights & Laws' each examine motivation, experience, and impact of human migration patterns around the world.
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- 9780778751793
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- 26 pages : illustration ; 48 cm
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- Investigating Human Migration & Settlement
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- 304.8 MOR
Immigration
Is immigration a basic human right? Does each country have the right to decide who can enter its borders? What is an illegal immigrant? Start learning about immigration and begin looking at the many different sides of this social issue.
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- 9781602791282
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 24 cm
- Series Title
- Global Perspectives
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- 304.8 GRE
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