Kaitlyn Duling

Whether you call it "global warming" or "climate change," Earth's temperatures are going up. Temperatures are rising for several reasons, many of which are caused by human and industrial activity. Rising temperatures mean more than just warmer days and nights. They affect everything on Earth, from weather to living conditions. Rising temperatures have been blamed for more severe storms, rising sea levels, habitat destruction, and disruptions in agriculture. Help your readers learn the truth from the hype, why temperatures are rising, and what people can do about it in this detailed and informative book about one of the twenty-first century's greatest challenges.

Whether you call it "global warming" or "climate change," Earth's temperatures are going up. Temperatures are rising for several reasons, many of which are caused by human and industrial activity. Rising temperatures mean more than just warmer days and nights. They affect everything on Earth, from weather to living conditions. Rising temperatures have been blamed for more severe storms, rising sea levels, habitat destruction, and disruptions in agriculture. Help your readers learn the truth from the hype, why temperatures are rising, and what people can do about it in this detailed and informative book about one of the twenty-first century's greatest challenges.

Russia has a long and storied history that has intersected with the United States over and over. In the twenty-first century, Russia has once again entered our headlines and newscasts. As the country gains influence across the globe, learn about the unique culture of this fascinating place, what it feels like to live in the largest country on Earth, what to look for at a Russian bakery, and what it means to travel to the endless steppe. Colorful photographs, fun facts, and detailed maps give readers a well-rounded view.

As our world becomes more industrialized, with new developing countries, expanding factories, and a growing global population, changes are happening to the air we breathe. In fact, those changes have been taking place over the course of many decades. This book offers an in-depth study of the history of the problem, featuring fast facts on air pollution and solutions for how we might make our air cleaner, healthier, and more breathable for the future.

In Colonial Williamsburg, young readers will explore this historical landmark and learn about its cultural significance. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this important American site. A labeled diagram helps readers understand locations and items associated with Colonial Williamsburg, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Colonial Williamsburg online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Colonial Williamsburg also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Colonial Williamsburg is part of Jump 's Hello, America series.

Let's compete Through large, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text, Track and Field introduces beginning readers to the basics of the sport and encourages them to try track and field themselves. A labeled diagram helps readers identify the events and equipment, and a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Track and Field also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Track and Field is part of Jump 's I Love Sports series.

Let's snowboard Through large, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text, Snowboarding introduces beginning readers to the basics of the sport and encourages them to try snowboarding themselves. A labeled diagram helps readers identify the equipment needed to participate, and a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Snowboarding also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Snowboarding is part of Jump 's I Love Sports series.

Let's cheer Through large, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text, Cheerleading introduces beginning readers to the basics of the sport and encourages them to try cheerleading themselves. A labeled diagram helps readers identify a cheerleading stunt, and a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Cheerleading also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Cheerleading is part of Jump 's I Love Sports series.

In Lincoln Memorial, young readers will explore this D. C. landmark and learn about its historical significance. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this important American site. A labeled diagram helps readers understand the parts of the Lincoln Memorial, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about the Lincoln Memorial online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Lincoln Memorial also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index. Lincoln Memorial is part of Jump 's Hello, America series.

Lena Dunham is an actress, writer, producer, and director. Known for her HBO series Girls, Dunham is an outspoken feminist who promotes women's rights through writing and film. Born to artist parents, Dunham uses comedy and drama to address important feminist issues. This book explores the major influences and events in Dunham's life that led her to become one of the most influential people in the world.

Though George Washington was known more for his accomplishments off the battlefield, he was also a commander in chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution. With maps to accompany descriptions of military campaigns and full color photographs, students will have the opportunity to learn about Washington's successes and challenges both as a general and as America's first president.

Evaluating cases of invasive organisms from around the world, Invasive Insects and Diseases provides an overview of invasive species: what makes a species invasive and what problems they cause to the habitats they infiltrate. By analyzing patterns of the Asian Longhorned Beetle infestation in the United States, the plague of Asian Tiger Mosquitos spreading West Nile virus around the world, and many more, students realize how all living things are connected and how they, as humans, impact the environment.