Mooney, Carla

"This field guide has 100 entries highlighting a variety of insects and arachnids. Readers will gain a greater understanding about these living creatures and will be able to identify them in the wild"--OCLC.

Infectious diseases are one of the leading causes of death around the world. According to the WHO, three of the top 10 causes of death worldwide in 2019 were infectious diseases These diseases are caused by microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Some infectious diseases spread by person-to-person contact, while others spread through contaminated food or water or by contact with an infectious insect or animal. Public health systems protect people and communities by preventing disease, encouraging and distributing vaccines, and promoting healthy living.

"Looks at the ways people were treated for COVID-19 and the development and distribution of the vaccine. It examines new advances in antiviral drugs and vaccine technology"--Provided by publisher.

"Almost everyone is using social media and their phones as their shopping guide no matter their age. A survey of chief marketing officers published in February 2021 found that social media has become critical to marketing during the COVID pandemic. This increased reliance on online platforms will continue to create new opportunities for people who like social media"--Provided by publisher.

"In [this book], middle school readers learn the science behind the food they love to eat as they explore the chemistry within the meal, how nutrition works, what creates flavor, and why texture is important. What better place to learn the fundamentals of chemistry than in the kitchen? This book offers detailed explanations of five ways chemistry is part of the food they eat. Hands-on, science-minded investigations, links to online resources and media, career connections, and text-to-world questions all create a delicious learning experience for ages 12 to 15"--Provided by publisher.

"Explores academic anxiety and how it affects people both mentally and physically, examining the causes and symptoms of academic anxiety as well as strategies to overcome it"--Provided by publisher.

"'American Ninja Warrior' is the name of a television show on which athletes compete to complete difficult obstacle courses. Colloquially, 'Ninja Warrior' refers to this type of obstacle course challenge depicted on the show, built to test strength, agility, balance, and endurance. This. . . book brings readers into the action, explaining what Ninja Warrior is, depicting its coolest maneuvers, and profiling its biggest stars. Most important, it stresses how to perform these acts safely"--Provided by publisher.

"This book explores cancer and how people diagnosed with the disease manage it. It examines how cancer affects daily life, work, and school, and it explains the latest treatments available"--Amazon.

"When the coronavirus pandemic hit the United States in early 2020, people worldwide hunkered down in their homes to slow the virus's spread. In an attempt to slow the spread, many countries closed their borders, schools, and businesses. They instituted lockdowns and ordered citizens to stay at home except for emergencies, which often lasted for weeks or months. In countries worldwide, people have struggled during the pandemic with their feelings and mental health. Isolation, loss of income, grief, and fear are contributing to mental health conditions or worsening existing ones. Recognizing this problem, the United Nations warned countries to take the pandemic's impact on mental health seriously. [This book explores the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental health]"--Provided by publisher.

". . . investigates the fascinating world of genetics and the human genome. Kids ages 12 to 15 learn the basics of how genes work, how DNA is structured, and how genetic inheritance happens. Explore the discoveries scientists have made about the human genome and how these discoveries have helped us better understand and treat certain diseases, trace our human ancestry and migration, and compare our species to others. In addition, explore some of the ethical, legal, and social issues that arise from advances in genomic science"--Provided by publisher.