M. M Eboch
1) Wind energy
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Wind energy uses gusting wind to power our modern world. Find out how it is harnessed, how it compares to other forms of energy, and how you could get involved in this exciting growing field someday.
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Series
Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Mechanical engineers design machines to improve transportation, explore the solar system, and save lives. Mechanical Engineering in the Real World examines the history of this branch of engineering, what mechanical engineers do today, and what's next for the field. 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,...
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Pub. Date
2020.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"From stage productions to television to movies, humans have always been entertained by a good story. But how might entertainment change in the future? From immersive virtual reality games to social media with 3-D holograms, readers can find out what cool new technologies might change the way they are entertained"--
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Pub. Date
2015.
Description
This title examines television's origin in the United States, the ways different networks and shows have shaped history, and how it has grown to capture the nation's attention. Special features include a timeline, Art Spotlights, infographics, and fact bubbles. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing.
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Series
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
"Our world runs on energy! But traditional fossil fuels are doing great damage to the environment, and they will eventually run out. How might solar, water, wind and geothermal power come to our rescue? Readers can discover how different the world could look in the future with energy sources that are clean and renewable"--
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Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.6 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Some commodities command massive economic, social, and political influence. This title examines the business around sugar, a product with massive influence in the energy and food industries. It explores sugar's historical influence, its use in biofuels, and its place in the modern diet. Features include essential facts, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state...
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Pub. Date
[2018]
Description
"Everyone's daily lives are affected by race and racism in America. Race and Economics examines the role race plays in people's economic well-being, delving into the historical institutions and laws that underpin today's system and exploring what governments and activists are doing to decrease disparities. Features include essential facts, a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated...
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Pub. Date
[2017]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Some commodities command massive economic, social, and political influence. This title examines the business around gold, one of the most sought-after and valuable metals on Earth. It explores gold's historical significance as a monetary standard and as the motivator for boom-or-bust expansion as well as gold's contemporary ties to underdeveloped economies, the environment, and technological innovation. Features include essential facts, a glossary,...
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Pub. Date
[2021]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Whether you're watching a movie, bingeing on a classic TV show, or listening to your favorite song, you're probably streaming it. Videotapes, DVDs, and CDs are mostly just memories now. Streaming puts a world of options at your fingertips when you're at home and, with a smartphone or tablet, when you're on the go. Find out how streaming was invented, how it works, and what the future might hold for this part of a high-tech life.
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Pub. Date
[2016]
Description
This title examines the Native American servicemen known as the code talkers, focusing on their role in coded communication during World War II including developing the codes, their training, and their work in war zones. Narrative text, historical photographs, and primary sources assist the reader in report writing.
12) An artful escape
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Series
Pub. Date
[2016]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 2
Description
While spending the summer in Paris. Grace and her siblings find a mysterious old painting in the house they are staying in. A mystery begins to unravel when they decide to track down the artist. With danger lurking at every corner, can they track down the answers they need before it's too late?"--P. [4] of cover.
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Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.5 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Learn about the geography and resources of the desert biome as well as how animals and people have adapted to and impacted desert environments. Explore this biome's future and what people can do to help keep it safe.
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Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.4 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Learn about the geography and resources of the temperate forest biome as well as how animals and people have adapted to and impacted forest environments. Explore this biome's future and what people can do to help keep it safe.
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Pub. Date
2016.
Description
The flow of information through our modern digital world has led to many new issues and controversies. Big Data and Privacy Rights examines how companies, governments, and individuals collect and use massive amounts of personal information, highlighting the privacy concerns that result when these activities are done without public knowledge. Compelling text, well-chosen photographs, and extensive back matter give readers a clear look at these complex...