Most Popular Books by Marne Ventura

In the United States, the marijuana industry generates up to $40 billion per year. A lot of this money goes to illegal drug dealers. Find out more in Legalizing Marijuana, a title in the Debating the Issues series. Each title in the series features easy-to-read text, stunning visuals, and a challenging educational activity. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.

"Introduces crafts related to the book Kylie Jean Party Queen, by Marci Peschke"--

Get your sports-loving kid excited about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math By integrating the thrill of learning into the context of basketball, Learning STEM from Basketball presents an educational slam dunk. Unleash the inner scientist, engineer, and mathematician in your child as they learn that sports and STEM aren''t so separate after all. You''ll both love finding out the answers to questions such as: Why does a basketball bounce? What''s a shot clock? Why does a basketball rim have a net? What''s the math behind a free throw? And so much more! This easy-to-follow introduction to STEM topics sets kids up to make connections across subjects, discover new facts about basketball, and grow curious about academic fields!

"Step-by-step instructions teach readers how to create jewelry, bags, and other fashion and clothing accessories"--

It''s time for summer camp Kylie Jean here. Did I tell you that I once became the summer camp queen? You can be a summer camp queen too. Make a fancy tiara like mine, a fluttering butterfly, and even a camp spirit stick. Now get outside and start crafting

Arches and triangles are some of the strongest shapes. Why Arches and Triangles Are Strong introduces the forces that hold them steady and explores how they are used to build sturdy structures. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

People need to breathe to stay alive. This title explores how the lungs pull in air in order to send oxygen into the circulatory system. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

This title introduces fans to the STEM concepts in the Daytona 500, exploring how science, technology, engineering, and math are all at play in this exciting event. The title features informative sidebars and infographics, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. SportsZone is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

In 1971, Walt Disney World Resort opened near Orlando, Florida. The Disney company, led by animator Walt Disney, built this park. Today, millions of people from all over the world visit this resort each year. Walt Disney World explores the life of Walt Disney and the history of this iconic resort. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

As the largest US city, New York City has international influence. People from all over the world visit the city each year. New York Cityexplores the city''s history and its relevance today. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Have you ever stared into the night sky, full of stars and planets? As a kid, Neil deGrasse Tyson was star-struck when he first visited a planetarium. The universe was calling him. Tyson pursued his interest in astronomy and studied to be an astrophysicist. In 1996, he became the director of New York''s Hayden Planetarium. He is passionate about teaching people about the universe. Known for making science fun and easy to understand, he has hosted and appeared on TV shows such as Nova ScienceNow and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. He even has more than one million Twitter followers! But how did he get there? Follow his path from fascinated kid to popular space expert.

The body makes hormones to control many different functions, such as growth and sleep. This title explores the different glands that make hormones and the variety of functions they control. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Dams control the flow of rivers to prevent flooding and direct water where it is needed. How Dams Hold Back Water introduces different types of dams and explores how they work. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Kids Core is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Examines how scientists study tornadoes. With colorful spreads featuring fun facts, sidebars, a disaster preparedness checklist, and a "How It Works" feature, this book provides an exciting look at the science of disaster detection.

This title explores the advances engineers have made to better prepare for earthquakes and to minimize their damage. Clear text, compelling images, and helpful sidebars and infographics make this book an accessible and engaging read.

This early encyclopedia introduces readers to many different shark species. From the massive whale shark to the fierce great white, every shark is special in its own way. This book highlights each shark''s appearance, behavior, and range. It also features a chart showing the ocean depths in which the animal can be found. Features include a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Early Encyclopedias is an imprint of Abdo Reference, a division of ABDO.

"Is social media free and safe? What shouldn''t I post online? With relevant tips and resources on this technology topic, middle-grade and high-school teens learn how to safely connect with others through social media. Includes a table of contents, glossary, index, and extra resources"--

This title explores the advances engineers have made to better prepare for tornadoes and to minimize their damage. Clear text, compelling images, and helpful sidebars and infographics make this book an accessible and engaging read.

Floods have caused more damage and claimed more lives in the United States than any other type of natural disaster over the past 100 years. Surviving is a series of AV2 media enhanced books. A unique book code printed on page 2 unlocks multimedia content. These books come alive with video, audio, weblinks, slideshows, activities, hands-on experiments, and much more.