Gaddi, Rosalie

A young boy introduces readers to the American flag, describing its appearance, history, and symbolism.

A young boy introduces readers to the American flag, describing its appearance, history, and symbolism.

"This book gives readers a close look at what it's like to work as a chemist. Readers will come to understand STEM concepts through a career focus as they learn about how chemists use science, technology, engineering, and math every day. This book covers chemistry basics, while explaining the different tools chemists use. Readers can also explore several careers in chemistry and learn how to land one. Accessible and engaging text is paired with color photographs to help readers grasp the topic. Fun fact boxes and a graphic organizer provide additional information. This look into the lab is a great addition to both science and career instruction"--Provided by the publisher.

"The U.S.-Mexican War had lasting impacts on both countries, most notably allowing the United States to expand to the Pacific Ocean. The United States desire to stretch from sea to shining sea had become one of the chief goals of the new country. In this volume, readers will learn about the beginnings of U.S. westward expansion and Mexican independence from Spain. This book delves into the economic, political, and historical background behind the U.S.-Mexican War, and the effects in both Mexico and the United States"--Amazon.com.

Introduces readers to the different ways chemists use science, technology, engineering, and math in their work every day. Also covers the steps a person can take to become a chemist.