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Books published by publisher Momentum

  • Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Survival Stories

    Marne Ventura

    Library Binding (Momentum, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Through narrative nonfiction text, readers hear stories from survivors of the earthquake and tsunami that struck the northeastern coast of Japan in 2011. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, a fast-fact section, fact-filled captions and callouts, a timeline of the disaster, infographics, a glossary, a listing of source notes, sources for further research, and an introduction to the author.
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  • Eyewitness to the Role of Women in World War I

    Jeanne Marie Ford

    Library Binding (Momentum, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Details the ways in which women contributed to the war effort, including their roles as doctors, nurses, factory workers, soldiers, and more. Additional features include a bullet-point summary of the events, compelling narrative descriptions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, questions to spark critical thinking, sources to guide further research, historical photographs, informative captions, a table of contents, an index, an introduction to the author, and a phonetic glossary.
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  • The Building of the Hoover Dam

    Arnold Ringstad

    Library Binding (Momentum, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Gives readers a behind-the-scenes look at the building of the Hoover Dam. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
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  • Eyewitness to the Sinking of the Lusitania

    Charles Fredeen

    Library Binding (Momentum, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Details the events leading up to and following the sinking of Britain's Lusitania from the perspectives of those involved. Additional features include a bullet-point summary of the events, compelling narrative descriptions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, questions to spark critical thinking, sources to guide further research, historical photographs, informative captions, a table of contents, an index, an introduction to the author, and a phonetic glossary.
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  • Inventing the Video Game

    Heather Adamson

    Library Binding (Momentum, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Presents the story of the video game's invention: why there was a need for it, its design and testing, the science behind it, and its lasting impact. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions, infographics, a glossary, sources for further research, a listing of source notes, and an introduction to the author.
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  • Rowan Blanchard: Teen Actress

    Jeanne Marie Ford

    Library Binding (Momentum, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Bring readers along to witness teen actress Rowan Blanchard's rise to fame. Rowan is the star of the Disney Channel's Girl Meets World. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
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  • Mexican Immigrants: In Their Shoes

    Cynthia Kennedy Henzel

    Library Binding (Momentum, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Offers readers a compelling look into the lives, challenges, and successes of Mexican immigrants. Additional features include a Fast Facts page, a timeline, informative photo captions, critical-thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, additional resources for further study, and an index.
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  • Inventing the Skateboard

    Christine Zuchora-Walske

    Library Binding (Momentum, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Presents the story of the skateboard's invention: why there was a need for it, its design and testing, the science behind it, and its lasting impact. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, fact-filled captions, infographics, a glossary, sources for further research, a listing of source notes, and an introduction to the author.
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  • Nancy Reagan: Drug Crusader

    Amy Van Zee

    Library Binding (Momentum, Jan. 1, 2018)
    Offers readers an inside look into the life of Nancy Reagan and how she influenced the nation as First Lady. Learn all about her focus on drug prevention and her unwavering support for her husband as his mental health declined. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, an index, an author introduction, and sources for further research.
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  • Bomb Squad Technicians in Action

    Roberta Baxter

    Library Binding (Momentum, Jan. 1, 2017)
    Give readers an inside look at the dangerous job of bomb squad technicians. Additional features include a table of contents, a Fast Facts spread, critical-thinking questions, a phonetic glossary, an index, a selected bibliography, an introduction to the author, and sources for further research.
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  • Adele: Music Sensation

    Jeanne Marie Ford

    Library Binding (Momentum, Aug. 1, 2017)
    Bring readers along to witness music sensation Adele's rise to fame. Adele's pitch-perfect voice and soulful songwriting has earned her multiple Grammy awards. Additional features include a Fast Facts spread, critical thinking questions, primary source quotes and accompanying source notes, a phonetic glossary, an index, and sources for further research.
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  • Eyewitness to Japanese Internment

    Jill Roesler

    Library Binding (Momentum, Jan. 1, 2016)
    Through narrative nonfiction text, readers learn about the experiences of Japanese Americans in internment camps during World War II, including their work, family life, and efforts to combat prejudice. Additional features to aid comprehension include a table of contents, primary-source quote sidebars, fact-filled captions and callouts, a glossary, an introduction to the author, and a listing of source notes.
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