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Built To Last

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781612366968

With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the benefits of building safe structures to withstand natural disasters.

Skateboarding

Jim Fitzpatrick (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306287

This introduction to skateboarding covers skills, gear, stars in the sport, and more.

Motocross Racing

John Perritano (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306300

This introduction to motocross racing covers getting started, gear, stars, competitions, and more.

You Can’t Wear These Genes

Shirley Duke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411786

With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the study of cells, chromosomes, and DNA known as genetics.

Plants Out of Place

Courtney Farrell (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411762

With real world examples of science at work, this book focuses on the impact of invasive plants on the environment.

Infections, Infestations, and Diseases

Shirley Duke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411755

With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the spread of infections and diseases.

Kiteboarding

Betsy R. Cassriel (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306270

Text and photographs explore the extreme sport of kiteboarding, also known as kite surfing over water.

Exploring The Solar System

Amanda Doering Tourville (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411779

With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the solar system and benefits of space exploration.

Heliskiing

Diane Bailey (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306294

Text and photographs explore the extreme sport of heliskiing, in which skiers jump out of helicopters and onto the slopes.

Big Wave Surfing

Jim Buckley (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306263

Find out how big wave surfing started, meet the top wave riders, and learn how these daring athletes conquer the world's biggest waves.

Tunnels

Joanne Mattern (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306119

Learn about the origin of the first tunnels, the greatest tunnel builders, the evolution and advancement of tunnels that are being built today, and the complex wonders they are.

Animal Invaders

Amanda Doering Tourville (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411731

With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the consequences of the spread of invasive species.

Build It Green

Courtney Farrell (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411748

With real-world examples of science at work, this book introduces the benefits of constructing homes using ecologically friendly materials.

Stadiums and Coliseums

Carla Mooney (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306089

Learn about modern stadiums as well as early Greek and Roman stadiums and coliseums that took massive manpower and engineering techniques that were unique to their time.

Whales

Tom Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411359

This book explains why whales are endangered, what human activities have put them at risk, and what can be done to save them.

Pyramids of Egypt

Shirley Duke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306065

Learn all about the most famous Egyptian pyramids, how they were built, and the fascinating facts about the kings and pharaohs who are entombed within them.

Skyscrapers and Towers

Shirley Duke (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306072

Learn about famous skyscrapers and towers around the world and why they are considered engineering wonders.

Gray Wolves

Don McLeese (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411335

This book explains why gray wolves are endangered, what human activities have put them at risk, and what can be done to save them.

Gorillas

Don McLeese (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411366

This book explains why gorillas are endangered, what human activities have put them at risk, and what can be done to save them.

Giant Pandas

Tom Greve (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411342

This book explains why giant pandas are endangered, what human activities have put them at risk, and what can be done to save them.

Great Wall of China

Carla Mooney (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781634306096

Learn about the building techniques used to construct the Great Wall of China, the empires that constructed them, and what their purposes were over the centuries.

Savannahs

Precious Mckenzie (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411724

This book takes a close-up look at savannahs, discussing the plant and animal life found in this habitat.

Glaciers

Precious Mckenzie (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411700

This book takes a close-up look at glaciers, discussing the plant and animal life found in this habitat.

Oceans

Precious Mckenzie (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411694

This book provides information about the plants and animals that live in an ocean habitat.

Rainforests

Precious Mckenzie (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781617411717

This book takes a close-up look at rainforests, discussing the plant and animal life found in this habitat.