Alex Woolf
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2019.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book explores the science of architecture since ancient times, and examines the life cycle of a building, from design to demolition. It looks at the challenges faced by todays architects, including how to build in areas prone to natural disaster, and how to build sustainably, so that our structures don't end up damaging the planet.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This volume provides information on such topics as "How Crocodilians Move," and "What Crocodilians Eat" as well as highlighting specific creatures, including Nile crocodiles, freshwater crocodiles, and saltwater crocodiles. It also includes such interesting facts as "Crocodiles and alligators are more closely related to birds than they are to other reptiles."
12) Democracy
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2005
Description
This book introduces democracy, a form of government that gives citizens a voice and considerable power to direct political matters locally, nationally, and internationally.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2016.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 2
Description
"How have technology and science helped artists through the years? How do today's artists use technology in their work? What role does technology hold for the future of art? From the invention of the camera obscura through to today's digital painting and Internet art, artists have always used contemporary technology to aid in the creation and display of their work. This book looks at how the creation of paintings, sculpture and engraving have changed...
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Description
"What is it like to witness a meteor? This book looks at the Chelyabinsk Meteor and other asteroid strikes, using firsthand accounts to describe events and people's experiences, providing multiple perspectives from eyewitnesses, survivors, the emergency services, scientists, and the media"--Provided by publisher.
18) Killer snakes
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2011.
Description
Discusses the different types of poisonous snakes.