Books with author Rob Nagel

From a science-centered perspective, this new resource focuseson the physical and geological aspects, structure and features of24 of earths landforms -- what they are, how they look, how theywere created, how they change over time, and major geologicalevents associated with them. Written for middle school studentsto support earth science and landform-related assignments, alphabetically arranged entries follow a standard and consistentsubheaded format; range in lengthfrom nine to 11 pages; and covercommon and unusual landformssuch as canyon, cliff, plateau, valley, volcano and many more.Entries include a description andoverview of physical features orcharacteristics and their relationshipto connected areas; howthe landform is shaped includingconstructive and destructiveforces involved and additionalchanges that can occur; types of lifesupported; and famous examples of landforms. Included are 25maps, charts and graphs; 180 full-color photos and illustrations;words to know; bibliography; and comprehensive index.

Following in the footsteps of Gales award-winning American Decades series, U·X·L® American Decades covers 20th-century events and social history beginning in 1900 and ending in 1999, written expressly for middle school students. Each decade is covered in one volume with features including 600 black-and-white photographs and illustrations; Words to Know and Further Reading| sections; and a general index. Chapters begin with a chronology of world events and a general overview of the decade. Chapters include the topics: Topics in the News, Headline Makers and Further Reading. Within each topic, alphabetically arranged entries discuss historically important events, issues, definitions of difficult concepts or terms, and other interesting trivia and sideline stories. U·X·L® American Decades may be purchased as a set or by individual volume; a volume-specific general index appears in each volume; and a separate, free cumulative index comes with the set.While Gale strives to replicate print content, some content may not be available due to rights restrictions.Call your Sales Rep for details.|PIM|31-MAY-18|01

Following in the footsteps of Gales award-winning American Decades series, U·X·L® American Decades covers 20th-century events and social history beginning in 1900 and ending in 1999, written expressly for middle school students. Each decade is covered in one volume with features including 600 black-and-white photographs and illustrations; Words to Know and Further Reading| sections; and a general index. Chapters begin with a chronology of world events and a general overview of the decade. Chapters include the topics: Topics in the News, Headline Makers and Further Reading. Within each topic, alphabetically arranged entries discuss historically important events, issues, definitions of difficult concepts or terms, and other interesting trivia and sideline stories. U·X·L® American Decades may be purchased as a set or by individual volume; a volume-specific general index appears in each volume; and a separate, free cumulative index comes with the set.While Gale strives to replicate print content, some content may not be available due to rights restrictions.Call your Sales Rep for details.|PIM|31-MAY-18|01

Following in the footsteps of Gales award-winning American Decades series, U·X·L® American Decades covers 20th-century events and social history beginning in 1900 and ending in 1999, written expressly for middle school students. Each decade is covered in one volume with features including 600 black-and-white photographs and illustrations; Words to Know and Further Reading| sections; and a general index. Chapters begin with a chronology of world events and a general overview of the decade. Chapters include the topics: Topics in the News, Headline Makers and Further Reading. Within each topic, alphabetically arranged entries discuss historically important events, issues, definitions of difficult concepts or terms, and other interesting trivia and sideline stories. U·X·L® American Decades may be purchased as a set or by individual volume; a volume-specific general index appears in each volume; and a separate, free cumulative index comes with the set.While Gale strives to replicate print content, some content may not be available due to rights restrictions.Call your Sales Rep for details.|PIM|31-MAY-18|01