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Timely animal ecology STEM content about a recently categorized threatened species Extinction topics are top-of-mind as people deal with climate change and human encroachment on animal habitats. Timely topic in context of the attack on the Endangered Species Act, which was stripped (in July 2018) of key provisions that determine categorization of threatened and endangered animals. Easy to promote as part of World Giraffe Day every year on Summ...

Timely STEM content about biomedical engineering, one of the most quickly advancing areas of medical science. Written by a science writer, the informational text includes career information and interviews with scientists and researchers in the field.

Learn about the patriarchal constructs that support rape culture and how to dismantle them: redefining healthy manhood and sexuality, believing victims, improving social and legal systems and workplace environments, evaluating media with a critical eye, and standing up to speak out. Case studies provide a well-rounded view of real people on all sides of the issues"--Provided by publisher.

Trees are essential. They provide water, shelter, and food for millions of plant and animal species, including humans. They deliver proven health benefits, and they capture and store carbon, which combats climate change. Yet trees are in trouble. Forests are struggling to adapt to climate change, and deforestation is a major threat. Recently, researchers and citizen scientists made the surprising revelation that trees communicate with each oth...

In 2015 the Pentagon changed a historical ruling, allowing American women to serve in front-line ground combat troops. Women have served in the military throughout history. Yet no matter their title, they face discrimination and even sexual assault. Meet the women who serve their country and stand up for fairness."--Provided by publisher.

In the twenty-first century, military marine mammals detect lost equipment and underwater mines. Large rats are trained to find land mines in more than 80 countries. Military working dogs search for explosive devices and other weapons and are trained to take down enemy combatants. In earlier centuries, military fighters rode horses into battle, relied on elephants to haul supplies, and trained pigeons to carry messages. Even cats, goats, and c...

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Reduce, reuse, and recycle with ideas from [this craft book]"--Amazon.com.

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This USA TODAYHealth Reportstitle gives the reader a clear understanding of obesity. The percentage of overweight and obese children and teens in the United Stateshas tripled since the 1980s. It is a major health concern that can lead to many serious diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and osteoarthritis. This book includes the most up-to-date information on obesity.

Thirty years after his death, John Lennon's popularity has not diminished. This high-interest single title offers the reader more than an overview of the man and his assassin it also builds the story of his killing in a suspenseful way, while providing a social context for his death.

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