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Books with author Shirley Duke

  • Seasons Of The Boreal Forest Biome

    Shirley Duke

    Paperback (Rourke Educational Media, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Explores Plants And Animals Found In Forests And How Humans Are Changing The Natural Habitats. Supports Next Generation Science Standards.
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  • Energy

    Shirley Duke

    eBook (Compass Publishing, Nov. 3, 2013)
    This book starts by talking about what energy is and how it is used by the things that need it, including the human body. The book then goes into some of the ways humans were first able to make energy and how they used it. Next, the books talks about several different ways of making energy and how humans use them.
  • David Livingstone’s Journal

    Shirley Duke

    eBook (Compass Publishing, Oct. 31, 2013)
    Dr. David Livingstone is known as the first European to explore central Africa. This fictionalized version of his journal offers an exciting glimpse into the British doctor’s adventures and his attempts to find the source of the Nile River.
  • Seasons of the Deciduous Forest Biodome

    Shirley Duke

    Paperback (Rourke Educational Media, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Explores Plants And Animals Found In Boreal Forests And How Humans Use Forests. Supports Next Generation Science Standards.
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  • The Earth and the Role of Water

    Shirley Duke

    Paperback (Rourke Educational Media, Aug. 1, 2012)
    Examines the role of water on earth, how the cycle of evaporation and condensation works, and the effects of water on all forms of life
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  • Skyscrapers and Towers

    Shirley Duke

    Library Binding (Rourke Educational Media, Aug. 1, 2015)
    In Skyscrapers and Towers, readers will explore the use of super structures around the world and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school. The Engineering Wonders series takes readers on a historical journey and focuses on the construction of amazing man-made structures and their effects on society. Each 48-page title features full-color photographs, fascinating sidebars, a timeline, a glossary, a list of websites, and comprehension and extension questions. This series engages learners while also reinforcing concepts and helping them strengthen their reading comprehension skills
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  • You Can’t Wear These Genes

    Shirley Duke

    Paperback (Rourke Educational Media, Aug. 1, 2010)
    Learn About Genes And Heredity Through Clear Text, Photographs, And Graphics.
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  • What's the Matter?

    Shirley Duke

    Paperback (Rourke Educational Media, Jan. 1, 2016)
    In What's the Matter?, students will learn about the different states of matter, the building blocks of the universe, influential scientists in the field, and more. Readers will love discovering new information in this chapter book while also reinforcing learned skills with comprehension and extension activities. The Let’s Explore Science series allows readers to dive into the world of fascinating science-related topics while strengthening reading comprehension skills. Each 48-page title features full-color photographs, real-world applications, content vocabulary, and more to effectively engage young learners
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  • Nuclear Power

    Shirley Duke

    Paperback (Cherry Lake Pub, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Following a student conducting research, the reader learns about nuclear power as an energy source. This exciting title covers the history of nuclear power, its pros and cons, how we use nuclear power today, and how we may use it in the future.
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  • Amazing Atoms

    Shirley Duke

    eBook (Compass Publishing, Oct. 31, 2013)
    Atoms are the smallest units of matter, so understanding them is essential to understanding how our world works. This book gives a clear and useful introduction to the atom’s structure and behavior, as well as how the table of elements is organized. It also discusses how scientists are learning more about atoms every day.
  • Waves of Light and Sound

    Shirley Duke

    Library Binding (Rourke Educational Media, Aug. 1, 2014)
    In Waves of Light and Sound, students will learn about electromagnetic and mechanical waves, the properties of waves and sounds, pitch, amplitude, and much more. Readers will love discovering new information in this chapter book while also reinforcing learned skills with comprehension and extension activities. The Let’s Explore Science series allows readers to dive into the world of fascinating science-related topics while strengthening reading comprehension skills. Each 48-page title features full-color photographs, real-world applications, content vocabulary, and more to effectively engage young learners.
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  • Pyramids of Egypt

    Shirley Duke

    Paperback (Rourke Educational Media, Aug. 1, 2015)
    In Pyramids of Egypt, readers will explore the use of these super structures and how they have shaped future technological advancements. This title is the perfect blend of historical content and STEM engagement, and makes a great addition to library collections at home or at school. The Engineering Wonders series takes readers on a historical journey and focuses on the construction of amazing man-made structures and their effects on society. Each 48-page title features full-color photographs, fascinating sidebars, a timeline, a glossary, a list of websites, and comprehension and extension questions. This series engages learners while also reinforcing concepts and helping them strengthen their reading comprehension skills
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