Monique Vescia

Explores the planet Saturn and looks at its physical characteristics, history, and what the future might hold.

"What is ADHD and what are the symptoms? How is ADHD treated? Explore this common behavioral condition that causes problems in three main areas: inability to focus or pay attention, being overly active, and acting without thinking first. Read how thousands of people learn to accept, treat, and thrive with ADHD"--Page 4 of cover.

Discusses the writing, characters, plot, and themes of this 1999 Newbery award-winning book. Includes discussion questions and activities.

Sometimes in business, success comes not by reinventing the wheel but by simply building a better mousetrap. That's exactly what David Karp did when he founded his microblogging site, Tumblr. This book introduces readers to Karp and follows him from his humble beginnings as a shy kid to the head of one of the most successful tech companies today. He grew his business simply because he believed he could build a simpler, leaner blogging platform that...

Trampoline is often seen as a leisurely backyard activity, but it is also known an extreme sport. This lively book covers the basics of extreme trampoline and how the technology has advanced over time. It delves into trampoline world records, the importance of safety, and trampoline lingo. Readers will also learn about elite trampolinists defying gravity and executing fantastic maneuvers over 30 feet, which is the length of a school bus, in the air....

What is sickle cell disease? What damage can it cause? Can anyone get it? Can it be treated or prevented? This text explains a rather complex and potentially deadly condition through case studies and interviews, and presents the most current research and treatments.

Practitioners of the art of movement known as parkour display strength, skill, and grace as they climb and leap over every urban obstacle in their path. Parkour is a physically demanding discipline that almost anyone of any means can practice with proper instruction and when safety measures are taken. This riveting book examines the origins of parkour and its global appeal. An engrossing narrative and exciting pictures introduce the reader to basic...

A long-established cultural practice with roots in Aboriginal Australia, Africa, and Papua New Guinea, scarification is gaining new adherents, as body modifications such as piercing become widely accepted. Scarification is the practice of making precise c

Engineering is an increasingly important field in our technology-driven marketplace. Those students with an engineering background will have a great advantage in the job market. This essential volume introduces readers to what engineers do as well as the various branches of the field. Also, it helps young people learn to understand problems and find solutions to them, which is so much of what engineering is all about. This book is a great resource...