Leavitt, Amie Jane

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The Constitution

defender of freedom
2014
After the Revolutionary War established the independent United States of America, a different kind of revolution took place. Between Shays' Rebellion and the final flourish of a quill pen on the Constitution, the country's greatest leaders faced a challenge that would either keep the states together or tear them apart. From the roads of Boston to Independence Hall in Philadelphia, delegates battled out the particulars of how the new country would be governed. In this inspiring story of leadership, discover how diplomacy and compromise created a document that would defend the nation's freedom at once and for the future.

Going underground

2016
The Underground Railroad was an organized network of people, in utmost secrecy, who helped others escape the bonds of slavery.

Combatting toxic online communities

2017
Explores cyberbullying on online social networks and how how to stop it.

Physical computing and makerspaces

2015
Discusses makerspaces, places where people can have access to high-tech electronic equipment and other tools and equipment that can be used to create, design, and invent.

Helping people with disabilities and special needs through service learning

2015
Students desiring to design and participate in a service learning project will find vital inspiration and expert guidance in this information-packed resource. Real-life examples of students engaged in special needs and disability-centered service learning projects provide readers reader with first-hand information about what a service learning project is, what is expected of them throughout the experience, and what they should expect to get out of the experience. Readers will also see beyond the educational and resume-enhancing benefits of a service learning project to recognize the often life-changing impact it can have on all involved.

Bizarre things we've eaten

2016
Introduces readers to some of the more bizarre foods humans have eaten throughout history.

We visit South Korea

2014
An introduction to South Korea, featuring photographs and information about the history, government, people, culture, holidays, and other aspects of the country, and including profiles of key figures, a recipe, and a craft.

Jump-starting a career in medical technology

2014
Readers will get a detailed description of some job opportunities in the medical technology field, as well as a selection of in-depth personal interviews with people who employed in the industry. They will find out what education they'll need, how to find a job, and how to climb the health-care ladder as a medical technology professional.

Emergency aid

2015
An introduction to charities and philanthropic organizations that help during and after an emergency, including the Red Cross, the military and more.

U.S. Navy by the numbers

2014
Describes aspects of the U.S. Navy using numbers, stats, and info graphics.

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