Books with author Kathy Furgang

Most of the world recognizes this celebrity by just her first name: Oprah. Through the course of her thirty-plus-year career in the spotlight, she has gone from talk show underdog to America's first female African American billionaire. This inspiring and captivating biography looks at how Winfrey overcame a difficult youth to go on to become a successful businessperson, talk show host, actress, and philanthropist. This easy-to-read account utilizes directs quotes, color photographs, and fun facts as it illuminates how Winfrey earned her great cultural influence by uniting and educating people through book clubs, by encouraging activism, and by participating in charitable programs.

None of humanitys great achievements in space exploration would be possible without the work of the scientists who built those amazing rockets that blasted us into the heavens. This captivating resource about human accomplishments in rocket science covers the history of rocketry since the advent of rocket-powered missiles, as well as todays triumphs and our hopes for the future. Straightforward explanations of the science behind multi-stage rockets, liquid propellants, and sounding rockets are included. Sidebars cover pioneers in rocket science, challenges and setbacks in the field, and advice for pursuing a career in rocket science.

Most of the world recognizes this celebrity by just her first name: Oprah. Through the course of her thirty-plus-year career in the spotlight, she has gone from talk show underdog to America's first female African American billionaire. This inspiring and captivating biography looks at how Winfrey overcame a difficult youth to go on to become a successful businessperson, talk show host, actress, and philanthropist. This easy-to-read account utilizes directs quotes, color photographs, and fun facts as it illuminates how Winfrey earned her great cultural influence by uniting and educating people through book clubs, by encouraging activism, and by participating in charitable programs.

Introduce your readers to the woman behind the cape, tiara, and wrist bands. Wonder Woman actress Gal Gadot has a life as fascinating as the Amazonian princess she plays on the big screen. This captivating biography examines the influential life of former Miss Israel and combat trainer in the Israeli Defense Forces. From her Hollywood acting debut in Fast and Furious films to her domination of the DC Extended Universe, Gal Gadot has charmed audiences around the world by being an inspirational superhero on-screen and a dedicated activist and mother off-screen.

We take it for granted every day, but clean water is one of the most important resources we have. This behind-the-scenes look at where our water comes from and where it goes after we use it gives readers a fascinating look at how our cities and towns are structured. Readers will be given a stimulating look at our sewage systems and wastewater treatment plants, which track the water through the system. A follow-up activity encourages readers to track their water usage for a week to emphasize the importance of clean water.

One of the most important things about living in today's modern world is the ability to travel. Bridges are one of the most important aspects of our modern transportation system. Since the beginning of civilizations, simple bridges have been used to get people over rivers, across valleys, and even across mountains. Today, technology allows engineers to design the most amazing architectural marvels in the world. This resource explores the fascinating history of bridge building and focuses on the engineering accomplishments that will allow safe and sustainable transportation today and far into the future.