Books with author Heather C Hudak

Remarkable People explores the lives of some of the world's best-known people. It features individuals who have overcome major obstacles, have achieved great success, or have done important things to help others. Highlighting the life and times of each notable, this biography series provides an in-depth look at the inspiration, achievements, and successes that define these great individuals. Informative firsthand accounts and stunning visuals engage students in compelling and timeless tales.

This timely title discusses the creation of the atom bomb and the post-World War II nuclear arms race that shaped the consciousness of generations. Primary and secondary source materials such as contemporary photos, speeches, letters, and newspaper accounts are examined, offering readers insight into a world reeling from years of conflict, and the competing political and social ideologies of the former Soviet Union and the United States and its allies. Topics covered include the Manhattan Project, the dropping of the first atomic bombs, and the escalation of the arms race, as well as nuclear treaties and the relevance to todays nuclear threats.

"Follow along as a fictional researcher observes and makes journal entries about their field trip through the Shunan Bamboo Forest ecosystem. Outstanding photographs highlight the animals, plants, and people that inhabit China's oldest bamboo forest. Simple graphs show facts about the forest, and the final report describes efforts being made to preserve it."--