Poolos, Jamie

An introduction to Web sites that discusses how they are planned, designed, built, published, and maintained.

An introduction to surfing and windsurfing, covering the histories of the sports, equipment, safety, and more.

Provides an overview of various careers in the online gaming industry, with information on game designer, producer, programmer, and other specific jobs in the field.

An introduction to muscle cars that describes what they are, provides historical information about the automobiles, looks at three models, and discusses drag racing.

Describes the dangerous work done by hostage negotiators, discussing the training and skills needed to become a hostage negotiator, looking at the teamwork required to do the job, and examining the rescue process.

Describes the life of the Persian emperor, from his usurpation of the throne to his successes as a political, social, and economic leader.

Traces the life and achievements of race car driver Jeff Gordon, discussing his early racing career and NASCAR success. Includes a glossary and a list of awards.

Explains what a monster truck is and describes their parts, their power, and monster truck shows and teams. Presented in English and Spanish.

Explains what an all-terrain vehicle is and describes different kinds and ATV riding and racing. Presented in English and Spanish.

Explains what an all-terrain vehicle is, describes the characteristics of ATVs, reviews the history of the sport vehicles, and discusses ATV makers, racing, and how and where to ride.