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Albert Einstein once said, "Pure mathematics is, in its way, the poetry of logical ideas." While readers may see math as an isolated discipline, in reality, it is at the core of many social, economic, and physical realms of society. This title offers explanatory text that helps readers understand key mathematical concepts such as the importance of p values in statistical analysis. It also reveals how math can be used in unexpected ways, including...
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Climate change is increasingly causing challenges worldwide. However, scientists are also learning more about its causes, effects, and how to prevent some of the worst outcomes. This important title allows readers to explore these discoveries about how climate change and global warming are shaping human communities and the natural world. It also empowers budding scientists and leaders to advance technology that limits carbon emissions and allows communities...
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Many who gaze up at the stars twinkling at night wonder if there could be life somewhere out in the universe. This exciting title allows budding astronomers to explore the scientific ways this could be possible! It begins with explanatory text covering key concepts behind the formation of life on our own planet. The fascinating text covers the theories behind what makes life possible, some of the most extreme conditions in which it can exist, and...
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Many teenagers today are used to hearing about the adverse health effects of their smartphone obsession. But is there really science to back this up? This intriguing title will allow readers to find out for themselves! It features explanatory text that reveals the latest scientific research about how smartphone and social media usage affect developing brains. It also covers key ideas including how smartphones and social media impact relationships,...
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The COVID-19 pandemic certainly made many more people aware of the importance of our incredible immune systems. It has also raised many questions about vaccines that involve the immune system. Readers have likely heard a lot about the COVID vaccines and have questions about how they are made and what they do inside the body. This stimulating title has answers! It also allows readers to explore innovative treatments for infectious diseases other than...
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In 2013, a powerful phrase appeared for the first time on social media in response to the acquittal of George Zimmerman in the death of 17-year-old Black teen Trayvon Martin: Black Lives Matter (BLM). Many adolescents have been empowered by Black Lives Matter posts and protests to take on anti-Black violence and racism. This title is an important resource that highlights Black and Brown voices standing up to oppressive systems. Explanatory text also...
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