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Given a world of limited resources and the insatiable appetites of the developing and developed worlds, this series attempts to profile appropriate strategies to keeping the earth in balance. Case studies, maps, expert views as well as “Take Action” and “Facts and Focus” statistics sidebars populate these books.

Chase Cooper was just another scrawny kid at his new school until a group of ninjas recruited him into their clan. It was a world of trouble he wasn't prepared for, which is why he kept a diary to warn other kids about the dangers of becoming a ninja. They say history is destined to repeat itself . . . well, not if Chase can help it.

My name is Emma, and I am a marine biologist. A marine biologist is a scientist that studies life in the sea. Did you know that 70 percent of our planet is covered by oceans? Follow the adventures of a marine biologist for a week, and learn about our magical, mysterious, watery world. Full of amazing facts, incredible creatures, and beautiful illustrations.

Teaching your little brother his first word-dibs-is funny. Until he starts calling dibs on everything, from your parents' bed to a real airplane to the White House. What's next? Calling dibs on the moon? Sure enough, Julian's little brother, Clancy, calls dibs on NASA and blasts off into space! Julian is glad to have Earth all to himself...at first. But Julian begins to miss Clancy. Can he harness the power of dibs to rescue his little brother? This humorous take on sibling rivalry is by Laura Gehl, author of the hilarious picture book, I Got a Chicken for My Birthday.

How can we make the world a better place? This inspiring resource for middle-grade readers is organized as a dictionary; each entry presents a word related to creating a better world, such as ally, empathy, or respect. For each word, there is a poem, a quote from an inspiring person, a personal anecdote from the authors, and a "try it" prompt for an activity. This second poetic collaboration from Irene Latham and Charles Waters builds upon themes of diversity and inclusiveness from their previous book Can I Touch Your Hair? Poems of Race, Mistakes, and Friendship. Illustrations from Iranian-British artist Mehrdokht Amini offer readers a rich visual experience.

The United Nations supports a compelling solution to world hunger: eat insects! Explore the vast world of unexpected foods that may help solve the global hunger crisis. Weeds, wild plants, invasive and feral species, and bugs are all food for thought. Learn about the nutritional value of various plant and animal species; visit a cricket farm; try a recipe for dandelion pancakes, kudzu salsa, or pickled purslane; and discover more about climate change, sustainability, green agriculture, indigenous foods, farm-to-table restaurants, and how to be an eco-friendly producer, consumer, and chef. Meet average folks and experts in the field who will help you stretch your culinary imagination!

Are you looking for a healthy body? Quick weight loss with no dieting? Top athletic performance without breaking a sweat? Web sites, infomercials, magazine ads, and celebrity tweets make an astonishing array of claims about the improvement to health and performance that will come from using dietary supplement. Registered nurse Connie Goldsmith takes an in-depth look at the wide world of dietary supplements--vitamins, minerals, herbal supplements, weight-loss products, performance-enhancing products, energy boosters, and more.

In this captivating series, young readers are introduced to a diverse array of inspiring leaders who have made a significant impact in their communities and beyond. Each book in the series features a different trailblazer, showcasing their unique journey, challenges, and triumphs. From activists and inventors to artists and scientists, Difference Makers celebrates the remarkable contributions of individuals from all walks of life. Through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations, children are empowered to dream big, embrace their passions, and make a difference in their own communities.

There was always something different about that tree . . . While the rest of the forest's trees shed their leaves for the winter, an oak tree hangs onto her dried, brown leaves. So stubborn, the wind whispers. What's she waiting for? the birds chitter. Doesn't she know the rules? the other trees sigh. But the oak tree must wait, even though she does not yet know why. With vibrant illustrations and touching metaphors, The Different Tree is nature's reminder to honor individuality and move at your own pace.

We've taken our Timeless Classics and made them even more accessible. Words and phrases that may have stumped emergent readers have been eliminated. We recognize that students in the same classroom may not have equivalent reading skills, which is why the two levels appear virtually identical on the outside. Inside, it's a whole different look, with larger font and extra white space, making these stories visually appealing with the aim to improve reading comprehension, fluency and confidence.