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Books with author Mary Firestone

  • Nintendo: The Company and Its Founders

    Mary Firestone

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Jan. 1, 2011)
    Describes the history of the multinational video game company, from classic games like "Mario" and "Donkey Kong" to the release of the Wii system.
  • Security Guards

    Mary Firestone

    Library Binding (Bridgestone Books, Jan. 1, 2003)
    An introduction to the job of a security guard that examines the tasks that they perform, the clothing that they wear, the tools that they use, and the education needed to be a successful security guard.
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  • Astrobiologist

    Mary Firestone

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, Jan. 1, 2006)
    This series investigates unusual careers in science-related fields and finds out about commonly considered ways in which science can be put to use. With full colour phtographs and illustrations. Ages 12-16 years.
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  • Computer Game Developer

    Mary Firestone

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, Jan. 1, 2006)
    This series investigates unusual careers in science-related fields and finds out about commonly considered ways in which science can be put to use. With full colour phtographs and illustrations. Ages 12-16 years.
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  • The State Judicial Branch

    Mary Lynn Firestone

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2000)
    Introduces state supreme courts, including how their justices are selected, how they study cases, and how cases are decided.
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  • Volcanologist

    Mary Firestone

    eBook (Ferguson Pub, Sept. 1, 2005)
    Get a look at the study of volcanoes-from structure to eruptions-and learn about the dangerous, but exciting, work of volcanologists.
  • Pyrotechnician

    Mary Firestone

    eBook (Ferguson Pub, Sept. 1, 2005)
    Provides information about the science involved in fireworks, a history of the field, profiles of current practitioners, and a brief discussion of required training.
  • Top 50 Reasons to Care About Giant Pandas: Animals in Peril

    Mary Firestone

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, March 1, 2010)
    Pandas are symbols of peace. Besides being well known for their black and white coats and cute, cuddly looks, pandas possess many other unique traits that make them special. Did you know their pupils are slit-shaped like a cat’s to help them see better in the dark? Or that female pandas bark to say hello? These gentle giants have been symbols of peace in China for hundreds of years. Read fifty fun facts about pandas that make these magnificent creatures a species worth saving from extinction and how you can help.
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  • Top 50 Reasons to Care About Elephants: Animals in Peril

    Mary Firestone

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, March 1, 2010)
    The largest land animals on earth! Besides being well known for their huge size and long trunks, elephants possess many other unique traits that make them special. Did you know elephants live longer than any other mammals except humans? Or that their feet change size when they walk? And like people being right-handed or left-handed, elephants can be right-tusked or left-tusked! Read fifty fun facts about elephants that make these magnificent creatures worth saving from extinction and how you can help.
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  • Pyrotechnician

    Mary Firestone

    Library Binding (Chelsea House Publications, Jan. 1, 2006)
    This series investigates unusual careers in science-related fields and finds out about commonly considered ways in which science can be put to use. With full colour phtographs and illustrations. Ages 12-16 years.
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  • Clay

    Mary Lynn Firestone

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Dec. 9, 2015)
    Discusses where the material clay comes from and some of its features and uses.
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  • Top 50 Reasons to Care About Tigers: Animals in Peril

    Mary Firestone

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, March 1, 2010)
    The largest cat in the world! Besides being well known for their beautiful striped orange fur and hunting prowess, tigers possess many other traits that make them special. Did you know a tiger's stripes are as unique as a person's fingerprints? Or that the Sumatran tiger has webbed feet to help it swim faster? And tigers can leap up to thirty feet in a single pounce! Read fifty fun facts about tigers that make these magnificent creatures worth saving from extinction and how you can help.
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