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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.

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.

Vikings

Don McLeese (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907915

This brief introduction to the Vikings and their gods includes a story about the family of Eric the Red..

Pirates

Joanne Mattern (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907885

In graphic-novel format, this book examines the history of piracy while providing a story that brings the danger and adventure of high seas to life.

Samurai

Don McLeese (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907892

This book discusses the lives of samurai warriors through a story about two samurai who served Oda Nobunaga, a powerful samurai leader.

Spartans

Don McLeese (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907908

This book described the life of a Spartan warrior and includes a short story that follows two Spartan boys from the age of seven to the battle of Thermopylae.

Knights

Joanne Mattern (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907878

This book describes the life of medieval knights, including a short story of two young knights' experiences in a tournament and in battle.

Gladiators

Joanne Mattern (author) Chris Marrinan (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907861

This book presents an introduction to gladiators, warriors of the Roman arena. It includes a brief story about two slaves who became gladiators and a description of the various kinds of gladiators, their styles, and weapons.

World War II Memorial

Maureen Robins (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907854

This book discusses background information about the World War II Memorial and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

World War I Memorial

Maureen Robins (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907847

This book discusses background information about the World War I Memorial and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

Vietnam War Memorial

Jennifer Burrows (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907830

This book discusses background information about the Vietnam War Memorial and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

Korean War Memorial

Jennifer Burrows (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907816

This book discusses background information about the Korean War Memorial and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

Arlington National Cemetery

Jennifer Burrows (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907809

This book discusses background information about Arlington National Cemetery and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

USS Arizona Memorial

Maureen Robins (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907823

This book discusses background information about the USS "Arizona" Memorial and the sacrifices of America's fallen soldiers.

Hunting

Julie Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907274

This introduction to hunting discusses the different methods, equipment, and the importance of safety.

Hiking

Julie Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907267

This introduction to hiking covers such aspects as planning, clothing, supplies, food, safety, and the enjoyment of animal and plant life along the way.

Fishing

Julie Lundgren (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615907250

This introduction to fishing discusses equipment, techniques, safety, laws, and tournaments.

Understanding Models

Jeanne Sturm (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906901

This book explains how models help us test new designs and to understand living things. The book includes various types of models, such as scale, graphical, conceptual, and computer models, which are used to analyze how we understand different things.

Using Scientific Tools

Susan Meredith (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906918

This book explains the various methods of scientific tools, including measurement, models, and tools that extend our senses, and how these scientific tools are changing.