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  • Basketball: The Math of the Game

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, July 1, 2011)
    How far is it from the three point line to the basket? What is the difference in diameter between a basketball and the rim? How do you calculate a basketball player’s field goal percentage? With every bounce of the ball and swish of the net, math makes its way to the court!
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  • Venus/Venus

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2006)
    Introduces the planet Venus and its physical characteristics including its many volcanoes, craters, and hot temperatures.
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  • Motocross Racing

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2014)
    To be in Motocross racing demands endurance and strength. The best athletes go through intense fitness training, follow demanding diets, and practice their skills regularly. All of their efforts are put to the test on race day. Read on to learn about the motocross lifestyle in this informative title for reluctant readers.
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  • Stars

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2007)
    From Earth, stars look like small points of light. Up close, you'll find that some stars are larger than Earth. Read about the kinds of stars that light up the night sky.
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  • Mars

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Visit the Red Planet! Find out how it might be possible to live on Mars someday.
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  • The Secrets of Uranus

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    We know that the distant planet Uranus spins sideways, but it still has secrets! Discovered less than 300 years ago, and so far away that only one spacecraft has made the trip, humans have lots of questions about the blue-green planet. Learn about Uranus' discovery, what it would be like to visit, and what scientists still want to know. Vivid photos and illustrations, scientist spotlights, and sidebars help unlock the secrets of the ice giant Uranus.
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  • The Secrets of Neptune

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2015)
    We know that Neptune takes 165 years to go around the Sun, but it still has secrets! It is so far away that humans have only sent one spacecraft to visit our distant neighbor. Learn about Neptune’s discovery, what it would be like to visit the ice giant, and what scientists still want to know. Vivid photos, scientist spotlights, and sidebars help unlock the secrets of Neptune.
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  • Motocross Freestyle

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2014)
    This action-packed sport allows for creativity and skill to come together. Motocross freestyle focuses on the style of these athletes and what they can achieve while flying through the air. Whether its superman grabs or backflips, these riders are true athletes. Struggling readers will take their hands off the brakes in this adrenaline-pumping title!
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  • Venus

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Venus is the same size as Earth. Learn more about the solar system’s hottest planet.
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  • Neptune

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Sept. 1, 2007)
    Neptune is known for its bright blue color. Learn more about the fascinating world of Neptune.
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  • Big Air Skateboarding

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Bellwether Media, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Heights do not rank high on the list of fears for these athletes. Big air skateboarding has its competitors soaring over 8 stories high and at speeds of up to 55 miles per hour. Skate through this awesome title for young readers.
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  • La Tierra/Earth

    Thomas K. Adamson

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Jan. 1, 2006)
    Introduces the planet Earth and its physical characteristics including land and water, and its ability to sustain life to people, animals, and plants.
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