Most Popular Books by Carla Mooney

From Basic Information About Air Pressure To Cloud Formations, This Book Goes On To Explain Violent Weather Conditions And How To Prepare For Them. Also Talks About The Earth's Changing Weather Patterns And Climates And What Role We Play In Those Changes.

What do physics have to do with having fun? Everything! In The Physics of Fun, kids ages 12 to 15 explore the science behind skateboarding, snowboarding, trampolining, singing in a band, and playing video games. From Newton's laws of motion to the behavior of electrons, the science of physics is an integral part of any back yard, video arcade, or home gaming center. Projects include using a skateboard to demonstrate inertia, investigating the transfer and conservation of energy on a trampoline, and building a guitar to explore sound waves. Discussion questions, career connections, and links to online media offer middle schoolers the chance to do some real, hands-on science around fun activities they already love!

"What is the most complex machine on earth? The human body! With Inside the Human Body, we'll peel back the layers to take a look inside this amazing machine and learn the basic anatomy of the human body and its bones, muscles, blood vessels, nerves, and organs. STEM activities, text-to-self and text-to-world connections, links to online resources, and fascinating trivia make learning applicable and fundamental."--Provided by publisher.

Explore the engineering design process from its earliest beginnings, to today. Using inquiry-based STEM activities, kids ages 10 to 15 read all about good design, which combines the right materials, colors, details, and form to make a person want to buy and use a product.

In a few short years, e-cigarettes have exploded in popularity, especially among teens. These devices often pack a strong punch of a highly addictive drug called nicotine and many who vape will become addicted. Addicted to E-Cigarettes and Vaping presents a realistic picture of addiction, the effects of addiction on people's lives, and how addiction can be overcome.

This title highlights major destinations within Italy and the people who shape the nation's culture. Readers will learn about the geography, wildlife, history, people, and economy of Italy, gaining an understanding of what life looks like in the country today. Features include a glossary, a map, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Why is data management so important in today's world? In Big Data: Information in the Digital World with Science Activities for Kids, middle school kids untangle the mysteries of big numbers and discover why data matters while performing student-led STEAM projects designed for a hands-on immersive learning experience. Includes 25 STEAM activities, primary sources, links to online videos, and amazing fun facts make big data fascinating for kids!

"Stories of ghostly encounters, both believable and questionable, have fueled many people's strong desire to investigate the paranormal and learn more"--

"Throughout recorded history, there have always been stories of witchcraft and sorcery. The idea that magic exists can be found in every culture and continent. Most cultures have a word for someone who practices witchcraft and performs magic"--

Since their introduction in the early 2000s, the popularity of recreational drones is growing. Drone enthusiasts are flying for fun, racing competitively, and in some cases even turning their flying hobby into a paying job. However, as more recreational drones take to the sky, issues of security, safety, and privacy have become more complex, and communities are debating regulations needed to address emerging concerns with recreational drone use.

What's on your dinner table? You probably have some form of maize, wheat, rice, or potatoes. In The Science of Seeds: Why We Eat Maize, Wheat, Rice, and Potatoes with Hands-On Science Activities for Kids, readers aged 9 to 13 discover the science behind how more than half of the calories we consume come from maize, wheat, and rice alone. Hands-on science projects and essential questions offer kids a deep exploration into why we eat what we eat!

Discusses identity theft, the future of online security and cyberterrorism.

Although many people believe that marijuana is not a dangerous drug, the abuse of marijuana can lead to serious long-term health consequences. The Dangers of Marijuana discusses the scope of the problem; effects of use and abuse; addiction; treatment and recovery; and prevention.

Traces the life and career of professional football player Asante Samuel. Features photographs, quotes from primary sources, statistics and personal information.

As the coronavirus pandemic spread worldwide in 2020 and 2021, countries implemented various public health measures to slow the spread of the highly contagious virus. While these measures may have helped lessen infections, mental health experts warned of another looming crisis - the pandemic's mental health fallout. Throughout the pandemic, people have struggled with isolation, loss of income, grief, and fear, all of which have harmed mental health.

In recent decades, genetic research has made amazing breakthroughs and developed life-changing technologies in many fields and industries. Scientists are using genetic research to treat and understand disease, catch criminals, improve food crops, and develop high-end security. Through genetic research, scientists are unlocking the mystery of human evolution and creating powerful new ways to manipulate genes and change the world.

This book explores cancer and how people diagnosed with the disease manage it. It examines how cancer affects daily life, work, and school, and it explains the latest treatments available. Features include a glossary, web resources, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

In Engineering: How the Six Simple Machines Support the World, young engineers ages 12 to 15 learn how modern engineering is based on the six simple machines that humans have been using for thousands of years. The screw, pulley, wedge, wheel and axle, inclined plane, and lever are used to build roads, skyscrapers, bridges, engines, and even other tools. Hands-on STEM activities encourage use of the engineering design process as kids brainstorm and build practical prototypes and explore how we might employ simple machines in the future.

"As of 2018 approximately 3.1 billion people, roughly one-third of the world's population, use social media to communicate and connect with others. Yet for some users, what began as a fun habit has grown into a consuming addiction that can have significant negative effects on their lives. Addicted to Social Media presents a realistic picture of addiction, the effects of addiction on peoples lives, and how addiction can be overcome."--Publisher's description.