Anna Kingston

People of Latino and Hispanic heritage are the fastest-growing population in the United States. This book explores the various countries in which Latinos have roots, and the prejudice they have faced in America. Profiles of important Latino Americans highlight their accomplishments. Chapters detail significant events, such as C sar Ch vez's work with United Farm Workers, and shows how the Latino Americans' struggle for justice has a positive impact on all Americans.

The human body has thousands of types of proteins, all of which play vitally important functions. While the body produces some of the amino acids it needs, the rest must be supplied through diet. This informative introduction explains what proteins are, the various tasks they enable, their diverse dietary sources, and what can result from consuming too much or too little protein. Sidebar boxes define key vocabulary words or contain questions to spur critical thinking. This book is great for both science and health collections.

Detailed 3D anatomical images of the cardiovascular system, and the heart in particular, make it easy to visualize the workings of this important biological system. Readers will learn about the different parts of the heart itself, as well as the circulatory system, the various kinds of blood cells, and how the kidneys clean blood. The proper functioning of the heart is discussed in detail, as are the common diseases of the heart and cardiovascular system that endanger health. Filled with fun facts and dazzling, high-definition images, this is an ideal Life Science resource, particularly for visual learners.

The poison dart frog is a lot like the frogs we see around us all the time--except it's toxic. Readers will see how these creatures grow from eggs to tadpoles to adults. The frogs' beautiful warning colors of gold, copper, red, green, blue, black, or yellow are photographically demonstrated while graphic organizers simplify complex information. Readers are also informed about how to keep these frogs from disappearing forever.

Powerful and determined, the sea turtle lives a fascinating life. Its life journey begins when its mother travels thousands of miles to lay her eggs on a beach. Then it travels back to the ocean as a hatchling to start a life of its own. Readers will explore all the stages of a sea turtle's life and learn how people can help them survive. Vivid photographs show these wonderful reptiles in great detail.

Born without feathers and later developing in to a tremendous flier that searches the seas for food, the pelican is a fascinating bird. This life cycle resource presents the pelican's glorious transition, from hatchling to expert at flying, swimming, and diving for food. Readers will even learn how pelicans are being saved from tragedies such as the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Graphic organizers are included.

Born without feathers and later developing in to a tremendous flier that searches the seas for food, the pelican is a fascinating bird. This life cycle resource presents the pelican's glorious transition, from hatchling to expert at flying, swimming, and diving for food. Readers will even learn how pelicans are being saved from tragedies such as the 2010 Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Graphic organizers are included.