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Books with author Mary Lynn Firestone

  • 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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  • Clay

    Mary Lynn Firestone

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2004)
    Discusses where the material clay comes from and some of its features and uses.
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  • Rubber

    Mary Lynn Firestone

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2004)
    Discusses features of rubber including how it is manufactured and made into useful products that are used everyday.
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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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  • Extreme Halfpipe Snowboarding Moves

    Mary Lynn Firestone

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2003)
    Discusses the elements of the sport of snowboarding that take it to the extreme in snowy halfpipes. Reviews some of the safety issues involved with the sport.
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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.
  • Rubber

    Mary Lynn Firestone

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2000)
    Discusses features of rubber including how it is manufactured and made into useful products that are used everyday.
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  • 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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