Tammy Gagne

Big bodies. Razor-sharp teeth. Crushing jaws. Great white sharks are some of the most feared sharks. Some people say they seek out people as food. But this is a myth. Attacks on people are very rare. Some people say great whites live only in warm waters. This is a myth too You can't believe everything you hear Readers will bust more myths about these top ocean predators, and discover why the protection of these amazing creatures is so important.

Great white, bull, and tiger sharks are some of today's most talked-about sharks. But have you met the sharks of yesterday? Each prehistoric shark had its own amazing--and sometimes strange--features. The scissor-tooth shark had teeth in a spiral shape. The giant megalodon was about three times the size of a great white. One small prehistoric shark had a big dorsal fin in the shape of an ironing board Readers will gobble up all the facts about these early ocean hunters and learn how they compare to modern sharks.

This title introduces readers to the Dodge Viper SRT covering its history unique features and defining characteristics. This title features informative sidebars detailed infographics vivid photos and a glossary.

This title introduces readers to the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 covering its history unique features and defining characteristics. This title features informative sidebars detailed infographics vivid photos and a glossary.

From slavery to Jim Crow segregation, racism has a long, deeply rooted history in the United States. The History of Racism in America explores this history and how these inequalities are still visible 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.

Racial bias, both implicit and explicit, is easy to see in American news media. Race and the Media in Modern America explores differences in reporting about people of different races, as well as why representation in all levels of media are important to combat systemic racism. 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.

This biography of NBA superstar Kobe Bryant examines his career, his achievements, and the tragic accident that ended his life. Engaging text, informative sidebars, and vivid photographs convey Bryant's legacy in the world of basketball. Features include a timeline, glossary, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Look up You'll see a lot more than just regular airplanes and helicopters in the skies Many engineers are looking to flight as the future of transportation. Discover the technology inside the latest personal air vehicles and jet packs. Find out how VTOL aircraft might someday lift drivers out of traffic jams and how hoverbikes work. Keep your eyes to the skies You won't want to miss these amazing air vehicles

The wheel was invented more than 5,000 years ago, and it has brought some awesome vehicles our way. But this invention isn't done giving Take a tour of some of the most unique and fascinating vehicles around. See how military unmanned ground vehicles tackle rough terrain and keep soldiers safe. Find out how the fastest electric race cars work. Think a car can't handle street driving one minute and tackling sand dunes the next? The high-performance Zarooq Sandracer can See the limitless possibilities of wheeled vehicles