Payment, Simone

An introduction to oceans, the world's largest biome, looking at the living and nonliving environment of the oceans, discussing global warming and its effects, and considering the future of the oceans.

Offers a brief overview of the life and career of NASCAR driver Kyle Busch, discussing his childhood, training, early years as a driver, triumphs and challenges, and other related topics.

Chronicles the eighteen-month history of the Pony Express which operated from April 1860 to October 1861 from St. Joseph, Missouri to San Francisco and describes the planning, hardships, and ultimate end with the invention of the telegraph.

Describes how to prepare for a career in robotics, including the different jobs in the field, the education required for a position in the field, and how robotics research will be used in future applications.

A biography of hip-hop artist Queen Latifah, discussing her childhood and the influence of her parents on her life, and looking at her music, acting, and modeling careers.

Describes the search for Saddam Hussein following his fall, and discusses his rise to power in 1979, the mass executions of Shiites in 1991, the 1991 invasion of Kuwait and the Gulf War, attack on Baghdad, and eventual capture of Saddam.

Presents a look at the Navy SEALS, explaining what they do, how they began, and how to become a part of the special operations group, describing their equipment, and including a glossary and list of further resources.

Presents a short biography of twentieth-century American author Scott O'Dell, and chronicles his early life and career and lists of both his selected works and awards.

A career profile of Donald Trump, discussing his childhood and early interest in business, his education, his rise to fame as a real estate entrepreneur, and his forays into television and other fields.

Describes the dangerous work done by frontline marines, looking at the responsibilities of the infantry, armor, and artillery units, and discussing what it is like to serve in the Combat Arms Units of the U.S. Marines.