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  • The Berlin Wall

    Christine Zuchora-Walske

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Jan. 1, 2014)
    Discusses why the Berlin Wall was built, what life was like in a divided city, and why it was torn down, and explores the political context behind the wall.

  • Google: The Company and Its Founders

    Susan E. Hamen

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Jan. 1, 2011)
    Describes the history of the online search engine and its founders, from its inception as a unique searching algorithm to its evolution into a multi-billion-dollar industry leader in the field.

  • Fracking

    Kathryn Hulick

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Dec. 15, 2016)
    Fracking covers the controversies of the fracking industry, examining the different perspectives and the potential risks and benefits of fracking. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
    Y

  • Internet Addiction

    Laura Perdew

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Sept. 1, 2014)
    Discusses the issues surrounding internet addiction, including the history of the internet, why internet addiction is hard to diagnose, and how people can recover from this addiction.

  • Melvil Dewey: Library Genius

    Jill Sherman

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Aug. 1, 2009)
    Profiles the librarian best known for his invention of the Dewey Decimal Classification system.

  • Amazing Feats of Environmental Engineering

    Carol Hand

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Sept. 1, 2014)
    Examines how environmental engineering combines the engineering design process with scientific concepts to leave the smallest negative impact on the environment while increasing the health and comfort of people.

  • Kanye West: Music Industry Influencer

    Alicia Klepeis

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Jan. 26, 2018)
    This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Kanye West. Readers learn about West's early life, inspiration to pursue music, and successes as a hip-hop artist. With striking photographs and sidebars, the book explores West's relationship with his mom, his striking self-confidence, and groundbreaking music videos. Features include a timeline, glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
    Y

  • The Columbine Shootings

    Diane Marczely Gimpel

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Discusses the Columbine high school shootings, exploring the backgrounds of the shooters, the tragedy that unfolded on April 20, 1999, and subsequent efforts to prevent school violence.

  • Invasive Species

    Lisa J Amstutz

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Sept. 1, 2017)
    Describes the problems posed by invasive species, the causes of the problem, and efforts to stem it, and identifies invasive animal, plant, and fish species.

  • J. K. Rowling: Extraordinary Author

    Victoria Peterson-Hilleque

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Aug. 1, 2010)
    Describes the life of the British author whose blockbuster "Harry Potter" series catapulted her from poverty into worldwide fame.
    Z+

  • William Williams Documents Ellis Island Immigrants

    Rebecca Rowell

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Sept. 1, 2017)
    William Williams Documents Ellis Island Immigrants considers the work of Ellis Island commissioner William Williams as he collected photos recording the history of the immigration facility and those who passed through its doors in the early 1900s. Using many stunning, full-page photos, it examines Williams' role in executing US immigration policy during this pivotal time in American history. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

  • J. K. Rowling: Extraordinary Author

    Victoria Peterson-Hilleque

    Library Binding (Essential Library, Aug. 1, 2010)
    Describes the life of the British author whose blockbuster "Harry Potter" series catapulted her from poverty into worldwide fame.
    Z+