Labrecque, Ellen

Introduces young readers to Ada Lovelace and her contributions to computer science. Includes a glossary and additional resources.

Highlights the life, career, and legacy of Gertrude Belle Elion, a female pioneer in biochemistry and pharmacology. Includes a glossary, resources for further information, text-related questions, and color photographs.

Discusses the harsh weather, extreme landforms, and unusual living things found in the Arctic tundra.

Discusses the extreme sport of cliff diving, including the risks, safety measures, and it's competitions.

Describes the equipment, techniques, competitions and other aspects of windsurfing.

Discusses sky surfing, covering its history, equipment, and participants.

Looks at running as part of a healthy, active lifestyle, describes the equipment and training needed for running, discusses the safety rules and environmental responsibilities associated with the sport, and explains the benefits of regular physical activity.

Looks at the basic geological features of a city, who lives there, and why and how they live there.

An introduction to the winter Olympic sport of speed skating, exploring the history and economics of the sport.

"Text and photos look at the history, basic philosophies, and geography of snowboarding. Content includes information on multiple Olympic events in the category"--Amazon.com.