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With these books, dinosaur lovers are given an exciting look at the many different species of dinosaurs that once roamed the Earth. Each book in the series examines a different set of dinosaurs grouped together by size, diet, and ability giving the readers a detailed look at the physical and lifestyle features of each species. Pronunciation guides and size comparisons to familiar animals make these titles accessible for young readers.
Discovering Dinosaurs explores the giants of the prehistoric world, bringing museum fossils roaring to life. Each book in the Discovering Dinosaurs series profiles a different dinosaur species. The characteristics of each dinosaur – when and where it lived, its physical features, what it ate, etc. – are explained in simple language. Textual information is supported by detailed lifelike illustrations, photographs of fossil remains and skeleton reconstructions. The dinosaur family to which each featured species belongs is identified and the mass extinction of the dinosaurs is also explained.
Few people are lucky enough to know from a young age what jobs or careers they want to pursue. In the Discovering Jobs series, the focus is on viewing career options through personal interests, hobbies, and passions. Every book in the series profiles six jobs that reflect particular areas of interest. Also in these books are comments from industry insiders, information about pay and job prospects, a Q&A interview, and lists of sources for more information.
These titles help young readers identify and predict cycles in the natural world through examining animal behaviour or natural phenomena.
The world of the ancient Norse peoples was populated by a strange, wondrous, and sometimes frightening array of creatures and beings. The books that make up the Discovering Norse Mythology series take readers on a journey through this ancient world. Stories of heroes and villains, epic quests, mythical realms, deities, and creatures will appeal to mythology enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Young readers can discover the galaxy through this exciting series. Uncover the myths of ancient civilizations, and learn what scientists are doing to learn more about Earth and the world beyond.
From astronauts and rockets to the Sun and the Moon, each title in this series takes readers on a journey to learn about the universe and the ways in which people explore it.
Discrimination based on race, sex, age, and more is as prominent in the public discourse today as it ever was. The Discrimination in Society series examines these and other types of discrimination-what they entail, how they are manifested, how widespread they are, their effects on real people, and efforts to address these problems. Personal accounts and quotes from experts in various fields provide added insight into these timely topics.
Disease in History describes several of the epidemics that have significantly influenced historical events. It explains how the discovery of germs in the last two centuries was able to reverse millenia of superstition and ignorance in the treatment of infectious diseases. Finally, it explains how and why the world of microbial organisms has been able to thwart many of medical science's greatest efforts to eliminate, or, at the very least, control them.
Physical health problems such as a broken arm or the flu have visible symptoms, but disorders that affect the brain are generally invisible. This contributes to persistent myths and misinformation about learning disorders, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other mental health issues. Readers develop a better understanding of mental and physical health problems through relevant statistics, informative side bars, detailed photographs, and up-to-date charts and diagrams. With this information, readers are better equipped to assess their own health and support people they know who are dealing with various diseases and disorders.