Kallen, Stuart A.

"Francisco V?zquez de Coronado traveled in search of legendary gold-filled cities. Though he came up empty-handed, his men became the first Europeans to see the Grand Canyon ... [This book provides] maps, quotations, and other primary sources to learn about his journeys"--Provided by publisher.

"On a global scale, humans create around 2.6 trillion pounds of waste every year. None of this trash is harmless-landfills and dumps leak toxic chemicals into soil and groundwater, while incinerators release toxic gases and particles into the air. What can we do to keep garbage from swallowing up Earth? Reducing, reusing, recycling, and upcycling are some of the answers. Learn more about the work of the US Environmental Protection Agency, the Ocean Cleanup Array, the zero waste movement, and the many other government, business, research, and youth efforts working to solve our planet's garbage crisis."--Amazon.

Covers breakthroughs in battery technology, new developments in green building construction, and the expansion of "smart" houses, roads, and cities based on the Internet of Things.

Examines clean water, discussing what exists now, how global access is being devoloped, along with some of the challenges and possible solutions.

Examines solar power, discussing what exists now, how it is being economically improved, along with some of the challenges and possible solutions.

Presents photosand information about developments and innovations in entertainment technology. Discusses concerts and music, television, movies, toys and games, museums, and theme parks. Includes an index, timeline, and resources for further information.

"[Introduces readers to] outdoor jobs available in agriculture, tourism, environmental science, and the arts ... Provides insights from industry insiders and covers what outdoor jobs entail, how much they pay, and the future prospects for those in outdoor careers"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces readers to various career options in the field of entertainment and covers what the jobs entail, educational requirements, salary ranges, required skills, employment prospects, and more.

An introduction to different careers found in the sports industry, including a physical therapist, an umpire or referee, and an athletic training.

Discusses careers in the field of art and design, with information about pay and job prospects, educational requirements, comments from industry insiders, and more.