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  • Conservation

    Christine Petersen

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2004)
    Describes some of the earth's natural resources, their importance, and how they can be safeguarded.
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  • The Microscope

    Christine Petersen

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, March 1, 2006)
    Introduces young readers to revolutionary inventions and emphasizes the impact the inventions had upon life at the time of their creation and beyond, exploring the inventions' cultural significance and the patterns of change that resulted.
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  • Inventing the Hybrid Car

    Christine Petersen

    Library Binding (Momentum, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Presents the story of the hybrid car's invention: why there was a need for it, its design and testing, the science behind it, and its lasting impact. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions, infographics, a glossary, sources for further research, a listing of source notes, and an introduction to the author.
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  • Caffeine and Energy Drinks

    Christine Petersen

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Jan. 1, 2014)
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  • The Starlighter: A Christmas Adventure at the End of the World

    Christoffer Petersen

    eBook (Aarluuk Press, )
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  • How the Judicial Branch Works

    Christine Petersen

    Library Binding (Core Library, Jan. 1, 2015)
    Discusses the judicial system, including its history, members, responsibilities, and role in the U.S. government.
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  • Water Power

    Christine Petersen

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 2004)
    Discusses the various sources of power from water and how to conserve this natural resource.
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  • Frequently Asked Questions About Vaccines and Vaccinations

    Christine Petersen

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Jan. 15, 2011)
    A guide to the history of and controversies sorrounding the practice of vaccination.
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  • LSD and Other Hallucinogens

    Christine Petersen

    Library Binding (Cavendish Square, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Investigates the effects of the drug LSD on minds and bodies and offers arguments for why students should never start using it or any kind of hallucinatory drug.

  • Plants Need Sunlight

    Christine Petersen

    Library Binding (Cherry Lake Publishing, Aug. 1, 2008)
    Have you ever wondered what plants eat? The truth is amazing. Plants don't eat at all! Instead, plants make food inside their bodies. Using hands on activities, young readers will be introduced to how plants survive on light, water, and air.
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  • Jade

    Christine Petersen

    Library Binding (Checkerboard Library, Aug. 1, 2013)
    This title introduces young readers to jade, the mineral used for thousands of years as both jewelry and weapons. Learn about the two types of jade, jadeite and nephrite, how jade is formed, and where it is found. Historical and modern mining methods are detailed. The many uses of jade in ancient and modern times are examined. See how artisans such as lapidaries use jade to create beautiful and useful jewelry. Finally, a list of tools and tips will set young rock hounds up to unearth their own treasures. Glossary words in bold, an index, and phonetic spellings for those hard-to-pronounce geologic terms enhance and supplement the text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
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  • Super Soils

    Christine Petersen

    Library Binding (Abdo Publishing Company, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Dig into the world of geology with the Rock On! series! Super Soils introduces readers to what makes up soil, from humus and plants and animals to water and air. Chapters discuss how weathering, erosion, parent material, decay, bacteria, organic matter, climate, and time contribute to soil formation. Soil engineering comes to life with a real-world example, the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Easy-to-read text and helpful diagrams break down complex concepts, such as soil horizons. Readers will also learn about composting and the importance of conservation of this vital natural resource. And, an at-home experiment provides the opportunity for hands-on experience. Full-color photographs, glossary words in bold, an index, and phonetic spellings for those hard-to-pronounce geologic terms enhance and supplement the text. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
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