Susan E Hamen
21) Australia
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English
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Explore diverse landscapes, travel back in time, and discover unique populations, all without leaving your chair! Start your international tour in Australia, land of the Sydney Opera House, the Great Barrier Reef, kangaroos and koalas, and so much more. This colorful, informative book introduces Australia's history, geography, culture, climate, government, economy, and other significant features. Sidebars, maps, fact pages, a glossary, a timeline,...
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English
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Travel back in time to find out what life was like before online shopping. Historical photographs, helpful infographics, and a "Blast from the Past" special feature provide readers an engaging overview of delivery services, department stores, and other ways people got items they wanted.
25) Engineering
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Series
Publisher
ABDO Pub. Co
Pub. Date
c2011
Language
English
Description
"This title examines the positions of chemical, environmental, and computer engineer, as well as that of video game developer. The duties and responsibilities of the professional in each of these occupations are examined. Through profiles of Jason Trask, George Beatty, Jourdan Bennett, and Brian Colin, readers will get the sense of an engineer?s life. Readers will learn about daily life in the engineering field, average salaries, and educational requirements...
26) Pearl Harbor
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Series
Publisher
ABDO
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
Presents the events leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor, key players and happenings in the attack, and the event's effect on society and politics.