Landon, Menna

"Lebanon is home to the bustling Mediterranean city of Beirut-one of the oldest cities in the world that has been constantly inhabited. It's also home to rugged mountains and magnificent cedar trees. Readers will learn how the migration of peoples and different empires throughout history have shaped the culture of the people who live there today. This book explores the religions, arts, and cuisine of Lebanon through exciting text, and fact-filled sidebars. Vibrant photographs from around the country will bring readers up close to life in Lebanon"--.

"Fears about terrorism and other safety concerns have been prevalent for decades, but recent advancements in technology have given law enforcement and national security officials the ability to monitor suspected criminals. Some people believe this is not only desirable, but necessary. Others worry about the ways this power could potentially be abused. The many angles of conflict between safety and privacy are presented to readers through compelling photographs and fascinating fact boxes that supplement the neutral main text. This informative reading experience allows readers to gain a deeper understanding of the arguments and formulate their own opinions"--Provided by publisher.

Space is often referred to as the "final frontier," but in truth, humans know less about what lives in our oceans than we do about the far reaches of space. High pressure and low light make it dangerous for humans to explore the depths of the seas, which is why oceanographers have turned to robots in recent years. Vivid photographs, accessible text, and fact boxes give readers a glimpse into the world of ocean robotics, and engaging sidebars describe what we've learned from these amazing tools. A list of questions provides a starting point for more in-depth thinking about STEM.