Most Popular Books by Kathy Furgang

You are planning a huge bike trip, so how can you find out where the mountains and flat lands are? Zoom in on a topographic map to find out. This graphic-heavy and instructive book introduces the reader to the basics of using topographic maps. They are introduced to the way elevations and contours of the land are shown on maps, and how to read the details shown on these maps. A follow-up activity encourages readers to use a contour map to plan a camping trip.

How much can you lift? It doesn''t really matter because muscles are needed for more than just lifting; they are needed for everything we do. This fascinating book about the muscular system shows how the cardiac and skeletal muscles work together to help the body do just about everything from running to blinking. Colorful and easy-to-follow diagrams help readers understand this essential system in the human body.

If you''re looking for the perfect recipe for unicorn poop cakes, galaxy cupcakes, or video game candy, look no further than Rosanna Pansino''s Nerdy Nummies YouTube Channel. Pansino''s nearly 11 million subscribers have shown that viewers are looking for entertaining baking tutorials to go with their sweet treats. This insightful and informative book describes Rosanna Pansino''s rise to YouTube stardom from her first SuperMario cake in her tiny apartment kitchen to her bestselling cookbook and baking line. Readers will gobble up the sweet story of this YouTube branding leader and how she built her own nerd-themed baking empire.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

The food you eat is important. Just ask your digestive system, otherwise known as your gut. This exciting journey traces the route of food through the digestive system as it is turned into energy for the body. With the help of colorful photographs and diagrams, we learn how food moves down the esophagus, into the holding area of the stomach, and then through the intestines before making its way out of the body. Readers will be put on the alert to watch out for the bacteria; is it good or bad for us? The final chapter shows how we can use food to help balance the bacteria in our bodies.

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

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.

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

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!

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.

Most of the world recognizes this celebrity by just her first name: Oprah. Through the course of her thirty-plus-year career in the spotlight, she has gone from talk show underdog to America''s first female African American billionaire. This inspiring and captivating biography looks at how Winfrey overcame a difficult youth to go on to become a successful businessperson, talk show host, actress, and philanthropist. This easy-to-read account utilizes directs quotes, color photographs, and fun facts as it illuminates how Winfrey earned her great cultural influence by uniting and educating people through book clubs, by encouraging activism, and by participating in charitable programs.