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Explores the nature and properties of light, discussing such topics as refraction, the electromagnetic spectrum, optical illusions, and photons. Includes related activities.
It's a common word to hear these days—crowdfunding. Websites such as Kickstarter and Patreon are bringing businesses and creators together with donators and investors. This guide explains the basics of how crowdfunding works. This title will inform readers of how Kickstarter, the world’s largest crowdfunding platform, works and about some of the projects it has made possible. All the steps readers need to follow to start a Kickstarter campaign or create content and find supporters on Patreon are covered in depth. Furthermore, the text uncovers well-known campaigns and content—and teaches readers how to bring their own ideas to life.
Examines some of the techniques forensic scientists use to gather evidence used in trials.
Discusses the principles of sound, how animals and human hear, the speed of sound, noise pollution, and the use of sound waves in medicine. Includes related activities.
Fans of theater and comedy will enjoy this write-up of comedian Amy Poehler, as it shows her growing up and being the cut-up in a relatively calm middle-class family, attending college as a communications major, and then joining the Chicago improv scene. The book goes on to describe Poehler’s stint on Saturday Night Live, her friendship with Tina Fey, and her intention to do more producing and directing. The book also notes that Poehler actively supports girls around the globe with her organization Smart Girls.
How people behave when they enter another person's home, as a guest or attending a special event, says a great deal about them. The right things to do may be learned from an early age but might not be readily apparent to everyone. This book provides background on the motivations behind etiquette guests should employ and concrete examples of how to negotiate certain etiquette situations. Readers will get useful advice on how to comport oneself at parties, how to bounce back from etiquette breaches, and how to negotiate online issues.
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Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of meerkats.
One of the fastest ways for many people to travel together over land is by train. Although train travel in America is not as popular as it was a century ago, it continues to convey a sense of mystery and romanticism in our minds. This fully illustrated, informative resource for young readers introduces the history of the railroad, explains how trains are powered, examines modern high-speed trains used in other parts of the world, and looks to the future of train travel.
Many of us enjoy quiet mornings canoeing on the lake, an afternoon of sailing on the ocean, or a weekend of adventurous kayaking through river rapids. But how do boats float? And what is the best way of powering them? Young readers will enjoy learning about the surprising variety of small boats, their basic structure, and their uses throughout history. Small boats are used for conveyance, security, rescue, and, of course, recreationally. This fully illustrated, engaging resource will appeal to anyone who loves being out on the water.