Marcia Amidon Lüsted

Profiles the terrorist leader of al-Qaida, who orchestrated the attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, and describes his assassination by the U.S. government in May of 2011.

"Droughts can cause dry soil, clouds of dust, and even new desert areas. They can lead to many kinds of problems for the environment. Dry soil can blow away. Plants, trees, and crops can die. Animals may lose their homes. Recovery of the environment after a drought can take a long time. Learn what people can do to help prevent droughts and help affected areas recover"-- Provided by publisher.

"This title examines the role of espionage during World War II, focusing on the extensive training, clever tools, and dangerous missions that enabled spies and saboteurs to contribute to the war effort."--Publisher's website.

This field guide has 100 entries highlighting a variety of fossils, rocks, and minerals. Readers will gain a greater understanding about these objects and will be able to identify them in the wild. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

"The United States is a young country founded on complicated ideals-ones that it still strives to fulfill. Many of those ideals were established in the 1776 Declaration of Independence-when colonists decided to separate from Great Britain. With historical images and details about key events before and after the political separation, this book will help kids understand the impact of the declaration on the history of the United States. Uncover the details...

Presents a history of nuclear energy, explains how it is created and how nuclear plants operate, and looks at the benefits and environmental impacts of using nuclear power as an alternative to fossil fuels.

Most people have heard about Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin's 1969 moon landing. But there was another important crew member on that mission who's often forgotten-the command module pilot Michael Collins. With key biographical information and related historical events, this Capstone Captivate book uncovers Collins's story and his essential role in the historic 1969 moon landing.

These days, pictures, music, schoolwork, business documents, and all kinds of personal information are stored digitally. As the uses of computers, tablets, and smart phones expand, the loss of data due to user error, computer malfunctions, or deliberate theft has become a bigger problem than ever before. This title explores what is meant by bit rot and how it can affect users of technology. It also verses readers on the best ways to protect and store...

This title examines an important historic event - the Three Mile Island nuclear disaster near Middletown, Pennsylvania. Easy-to-read, compelling text explores the history of nuclear power in the United States, how a nuclear plant works, details of the emergency at Metropolitan Edison Company's nuclear power plant, handling of the disaster by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, President Jimmy Carter's visit to Three Mile Island, the investigation into...

Readers will explore the events and people behind the Mayflower Compact, the first written framework for a government for the United States of America. Historical photos, including carefully selected primary sources, will allow students to gain a stronger understanding of the events surrounding the signing of the Mayflower Compact and the groundwork of democracy in America. This primary source-based approach to our nation's history will give readers...