New Releases by Kathy Furgang

Learn all about wildfires—how they happen, why they''re important, and when they''re dangerous—in this fascinating level 3 reader. It''s sure to ignite your interest, with color photographs, interesting facts, and more.

Those with an aptitude and passion for all things digital will find a vast array of creative money-making ideas, including IT work for family, friends, and neighbors, freelance Web design, photo and video services, and app creation. A balanced mixture of entrepreneurial, freelance, and traditional employment opportunities are presented, and important tips regarding networking, customer service and relations, and business ethics are offered. This one-stop, all-inclusive resource is all the budding and talented techie needs to launch him- or herself into the next great wave of innovative digital billionaires.

All you need to know about money can be found in the pages of this colorful, energetic, and accessible book. Kids will also learn about money around the world from a National Geographic expert, featured in "Explorer''s Corners" throughout the book. Packed with fun facts and amazing photographs, this book gives kids an in-depth look at this facinating and important topic. National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.

Combines facts with photographs of volcanoes and earthquake-affected regions to introduce readers to such topics as underwater volcanoes and plate tectonics while offering insight into the world-changing power of natural disasters.

For teens hoping for a career in music, an internship or volunteer opportunity is a great way to get a foot in the door. Serving as a valuable guide, music lovers are introduced to the wide variety of work experiences available to them, including positions in music performance, music publishing, music production, music education, music therapy, instrument tuning and repair, and more. Readers learn how to find and land an interesting internship or volunteer opportunity in their community, as well as how to make the most of the experience. A varied list of music-related organizations to contact supplements the creative ideas in the text.

Provides information about death and grief, including the range of feelings after a death, experiencing the death of a family member, and visiting support groups.

"Facts, photos, and fun that will blow your mind!"--Cover.

In the wake of the Great Recession of 2007-2009 and the ensuing federal stimulus efforts, no economic subject has drawn as much attention or attracted as much controversy as the national debt and federal and state budget deficits. This book clearly explains how and why governments borrow money, how and why they engage in deficit spending, and the short- and long-term effects such practices have on the economy. Even-handed and nonpartisan, this book allows readers to understand the actual economic mechanics at work beneath all the hype. As such, it is a welcome, calming corrective to a partisan debate that has obscured economic realities and muddled the effort to guarantee a sound economy for future generations of Americans.

Examines the three types of economic indicators--leading, lagging, and coincident.

Looks at the Seventh Amendment to the U.S. constitution, examining the state of the world before it was passed, how it came to be passed, and how the right to a jury trial has been handled over the years.

This story is about using math to measure at the fair.

This story is about a girl who plans her birthday party using every color in the rainbow.

Whether having fun on vacation or at home, everyone likes to take pictures. The pictures we take are often of people and places we know. There are professional photographers, however, who specialize in photographing nature in all its beauty and power. They are nature photographers. Their work is often a form of art. Nature photographers help us learn about nature and the diversity of our planet!

Here''s some valuable information about how to stay healthy and look your best. Interesting activities will teach you how to eat healthfully, how to stay fit, how to look well groomed, and how to prevent illness. Staying safe and knowing how to practice first aid are also included in this step-by-step guide to a healthier you!

This book is about how Rosa Parks, Dr. Martin Luther King, and the Montgomery Bus Boycott helped change segregation laws.

A look at severe weather and the causes of Earth''s major storms.

Examines the efforts of celebrity and actor Leonardo DiCaprio to advocate for environmental issues.

About three million sports injuries occur each year and almost one-third of all injuries experienced during childhood are sports-related. They can be caused by accidents while playing, by improper or inadequate stretching or warming up, by using incorrect equipment, or by not playing the game properly. This title includes information on common injuries, sprains and strains, broken bones, dealing with the effects of an injury, and the path to recovery. It also offers valuable advice on sports injury prevention: following coaches’ advice, wearing proper equipment, respecting other players, and playing according to the rules.

Profiles the life of Thomas Jefferson and explains his role in the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Provides a brief history of the Indonesian volcano that errupted in 1883 and was heard as far away as Australia and Japan.

This 1902 eruption occurred on the Caribbean island of Martinique. Only two of the 30,000 residents of the town of St. Pierre survived this blast. It was the first eruption that gave scientists a chance to observe the damage shortly after the event.

Describes the different parts of the brain and how they function.

Describes the parts, activities, and functions of the human heart and circulatory system and problems that may develop there.

Describes the parts of the lungs and respiratory system, how they function, and problems that can affect them.