Valerie Bodden

"An introduction to the Cheyenne lifestyle and history, including their forced relocation and how they keep traditions alive today. A Cheyenne story recounts how people became chief of the animals." --

"A foundational look at wedges, explaining how these simple machines work and describing some common examples, such as shovels, that have been used throughout history"--Provided by publisher.

"A fundamental exploration of aircraft carriers, including their size and carrying capacity, history of development, flight decks and other features, and famous models from around the world"--Provided by publisher.

"A foundational look at screws, explaining how these simple machines work and describing some common examples, such as jar lids, that have been used throughout history"--Provided by publisher.

"A fundamental introduction to the Great Barrier Reef, including the ocean that surrounds it, the creatures that live near it, and how people have affected its marine environment"--Provided by publisher.

"A fundamental exploration of armored vehicles, including their speed and carrying capacity, history of development, armor and other features, and famous models from around the world"--Provided by publisher.

"A fundamental introduction to the Amazon River, including the rainforests that surround it, the creatures that live in it, and how people have affected its tropical environment"--Provided by publisher.

"An examination of the various types of waste produced by people, exploring how much of it exists and where it goes, as well as how waste can be remade into useful items to contribute to a healthier planet"--Provided by publisher.

This title examines the role and theme of the coming of age archetype in A Separate Peace, The Catcher in the Rye, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The Giver, and The Fault in Our Stars. It features four analysis papers that consider the coming of age theme, each using different critical lenses, writing techniques, or aspects of the theme. Critical thinking questions, sidebars highlighting and explaining each thesis...

This title examines an important historic event-the April 15, 2013, bomb explosions at the Boston Marathon in Boston, Massachusetts. Easy-to-read, compelling text explores the men behind the bombing, brothers Tamerlan and Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, the emergency response to the attack, how the events were communicated and reported through traditional media and social media, the manhunt for the Tsarnaev brothers, and the response of the city of Boston and...