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Harnessing Energy

Why has coal been such a prominent energy source? How can renewable energies be stored most effectively? Linking science to practical applications and social issues to realistic goals, this series orients ecologically conscious readers toward the future of Harnessing Energy. With a special section devoted to historical moments involving the energy source, details on key inventors and notable discoveries, and statistics to back up objective reports, each title seeks to present a fully contextuali

Hatari! Danger!

Kenya's Masai Mara game reserve is full of breathtaking animals-and danger. The authors share stories about the animals, the Maasai people, and the encounters that leave safari guide Jackson thinking ""Hatari! Danger!"" and wondering if each encounter will be his last.

Hate Crimes

Crimes committed against people because of their race, ethnicity, or religion have become common in the United States and other countries-in 2016, the FBI said more than six thousand such crimes were committed in America. Hate crimes can range from small acts of vandalism to horrific mass shootings, such as the 2015 murders of nine African Americans attending church services in Charleston, South Carolina. Although many laws have been written to prevent hate crimes, experts agree such offenses wi

Have I Ever Told You Black Lives Matter

Black lives matter. That message would be self-evident in a just world, but in this world and this America, all children need to hear it again and again, and not just to hear it but to feel and know it. This book affirms the message repeatedly, tenderly, with cumulative power and shared pride. Celebrating Black accomplishments in music, art, literature, journalism, politics, law, science, medicine, entertainment and sports, Shani King summons a magnificent historical and contemporary context for

Hazel Ridge Farm Stories, The

While pulling weeds and planting seeds with her dad on Hazel Ridge Farm's prairie, Heather discovers a wood duckling alone in the grass. Worried for the duckling's safety, Heather asks her dad if she can care for him. Aptly named Mr. Peet for his chirping sound, the ducking accompanies Heather as she feeds the chickens, rabbits, and horses. They spend the summer swimming together in the pond, and Mr. Peet eventually masters how to fly. Heather becomes concerned when she hasn't seen Mr. Peet in

Health & the Environment

Health Care Careers in 2 Years

The emphasis in these timely volumes is on jobs that do not require advanced medical degrees from prestigious and expensive universities. The career fields covered include nutrition, veterinary sciences, medical technology, physical therapy, and dentistry, among others. Readers will become more confident as they learn that the first step into these career paths with rewarding pay is often certification and associate's degree programs. These practical, hands-on career guides fully support the car

Healthy Lifestyles

Healthy Living Library

This series examines some of the most prevalent health concerns for teens and young adults. Medical experts provide a comprehensive and sensitive overview of topics using timely and reliable information from leading health organizations.

Healthy Oceans: Why They Matter

Healthy oceans are critical to life on earth. This book discusses why the oceans are so important, and how their health is threatened by climate change, pollution, and overuse. It also explores some of things that can be done to improve ocean health.