Hand, Carol

Polio once frightened parents every summer. The disease could suddenly leave children paralyzed. But in the 1950s, scientists developed a vaccine that nearly eliminated the disease. This book explores the history and science behind this disease, as well as how it's treated.

This field guide highlights 100 snakes found throughout the world. Readers will gain a greater understanding of these creatures and will be able to identify them in the wild. Features include a helpful introduction to the topic, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Reference is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Looks at three individual career paths: recreation worker, park maintenance worker, and park ranger and covers such topics as training and education, job interviews, general duties, and more.

"Looks at the role the media had in informing the public about COVID-19. Journalists tried to keep up with ever-evolving information, and the public at times struggled to know whether the media could be trusted"--Provided by publisher.

"COVID-19 swept across the world in 2020, causing millions of deaths and changing daily life for nearly everyone on the planet. Scientists worked quickly to create a vaccine and stop the pandemic. [This book] explores the history and science behind this disease, as well as how it's treated"--Provided by publisher.

"This book explores bullying and how it affects people both mentally and physically. It examines the different forms of bullying and also discusses who bullies target and why they exhibit such destructive behavior"--Google Books.

"This book explores ADHD, Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, and how people diagnosed with the disorder manage it. It examines how ADHD affects daily life, work, and school, and it explains the latest treatments available"--Amazon.

"Explains exactly what health insurance does for people, and the types of health care plans, including private, group, and government plans, and their similarities and differences. It discusses the various insurance needs at different stages of life, health care affordability, and the factors to consider when choosing a health care plan. Universal health care is also examined"--OCLC.

This volume explains exactly what health insurance does for people, and the types of health care plans, including private, group, and government plans, and their similarities and differences.

"Marine scientists explore the ocean floor, study undersea life, and protect ecosystems ... [This book] examines the history of this branch of science, what marine scientists do today, and what's next for the field"--Provided by publisher.