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Techie Cheater
Mari Kesselring
Hardcover (12-Story, April 1, 2015)"Bridget gets the best-ever birthday present from her dad., a pair of YouViews. These high-tech glasses can received texts and take pictures without anyone else knowing. While wearing her YouViews, Bridget feels like a secret agent. When she faces a choice to use the new gadget to cheat. Bridget opens up a whole new world of possibilities... and problems"--P. [4] of cover.
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12 Immigrants Who Made American Science Great
Tristan Poehlmann
Paperback (12-Story, Aug. 1, 2018)America is a nation of immigrants whose contributions gave us America, and taught us what it means to be free. This book profiles three pre-1950 scientists and another nine contemporary scientists (12 profiles); in a biography examinging where they came from, and their notable contribution(s) in America. From Croatia's Nikola Tesla who helped design electrical systems, to Germany's Maria Goeppert Mayer who studied the atomic nucleus, to Austria's Hedy Lamarr who invented a radio guidance system for torpedos, this book will inspire readers with stories of possibility and grit.and emphasizes how they made our country great. Backmatter includes 4 extra mini-bios of other amazing American citizens who we never think of as immigrants. Note the additional and up-to-the minute resources available at 12StoryLibrary.com: Editor-selected news articles; videos; online resources; teacher resources; live Twitter and RSS feeds
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Selfie Sabotage
Mari Kesselring
Hardcover (12-Story, Jan. 1, 2015)"Between schoolwork and tech club and art club, Bridget has little time for fun. When Bridget finally decides to relax and go to a movie with friends, she posts a harmless selfie online. That picture, and the lie it reveals, set the stage for another techie problem for Bridget!"--P. [4] of cover.
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Tuned Out
Mari Kesselring
Hardcover (12-Story, Jan. 1, 2015)Bridgets on a long road trip, squished between two of her annoying cousins. So she slips on her high-tech headphones and tunes them out. Problem is, she tunes everything out, including where shes supposed to meet up with everyone while visiting Mount Rushmore. With her phone battery dead, Bridget is left to find another techie way out of trouble.
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12 Immigrants Who Made American Politics Great
Diane Gimpel
Paperback (12-Story, Aug. 1, 2018)America is a nation of immigrants whose contributions gave us America, and taught us what it means to be free. This book profiles three pre-1950 immigrants and another nine recent immigrants (12 profiles). A biography examines where they came from, and their notable contribution(s) in America.. From Austria's Felix Frankfurter who served on the Supreme Court and started the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), to Czechoslovakia's Madeleine Albright, the first woman to hold the postion of Secretary of State, to Thailand's Tammy Duckworth, who became the first woman elected to Congress who was hurt fighting for America, this book will inspire readers with stories of possibility and grit.and emphasizes how they made our country great. Backmatter includes 4 extra mini-bios of other amazing American citizens who we never think of as immigrants. Note the additional and up-to-the minute resources available at 12StoryLibrary.com: Editor-selected news articles; videos; online resources; teacher resources; live Twitter and RSS feeds
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12 Mammals Back from the Brink
Nancy Furstinger
Hardcover (12-Story, Jan. 1, 2015)12 Mammals Back fron the Brink introduces 12 mammals that were on the brink of extinction and made an amazing comeback. Facts about habitat and diet are included, along with the reasons why the species were threatened and the science behind the work that helped them survive.
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The 12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Energy Technology
M M Eboch
Paperback (12-Story Library, Jan. 1, 2015)Students will be fascinated by stories of technological innovation in the world of energy technology; as well as, the family tree of inventions that have shaped history and society. Twelve spreads profile the most influential technology, introducing major players, turning points, and impacts on society today.
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Today's 12 Hottest NBA Superstars
Tom Robinson
Hardcover (12-Story, Jan. 1, 2015)Highlights 12 of the hottest superstars in the National Basketball Association. Each spread contains fascinating facts, biggest accomplishments, and admirable traits that have made each star successful.
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12 Things to Know about Invasive Species
Jamie Kallio
Hardcover (12-Story, Jan. 1, 2015)Explores 12 things to know about invasive species. Includes amazing facts along with information about key problems and solutions.
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The 12 Most Amazing American Myths & Legends
Anita Yasuda
Hardcover (12-Story, Jan. 1, 2015)Amazing America celebrates the most incredible aspects of the United States. This volume features the fascinating myths and legends of the United States.
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12 Super-Incredible Dinosaurs You Need to Know
Sonja Olson
Hardcover (12-Story, Jan. 1, 2016)Features 12 super-incredible dinosaurs. Each spread contains facts, life cycle and habitat information, and interesting traits.
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12 Great Moments That Changed Radio History
Angie Smibert
Hardcover (12-Story, Jan. 1, 2015)Brief two-page discussions of twelve of the most important events in the history of broadcast radio.
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