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Ruling from 1299 until 1922, the Ottoman Empire was one of the biggest and longest-lasting empires in history. Although weak leadership, a failing economy, and wars with neighboring Russia and other countries led to its decline, the empire left a lasting legacy for its arts, trade, government, and multiculturalism. This appealing volume chronicles the rise and decline of the Ottoman Empire, including its beginnings in nomadic cultures, its toppling...
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Determined to teach youthful users of digital devices how to write code, the mysterious programmer Jonathan Gillette wrote an entertaining and informative guide to the programming language Ruby that he made available online for free. He also designed a free application known as Hackety Hack that teaches novice programmers how to master Ruby. This is the intriguing story of an idealistic programmer who demystified the world of programming for young...
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The makerspace movement is as nascent and revolutionary as the technology behind unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and this volume introduces readers to both fascinating worlds. UAVs are no longer science fiction. Though their surveillance capabilities are controversial, they're also being used for more practical purposes. This volume teaches young people how members of the maker movement are producing their own UAVs for productive purposes. Readers...
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Stunt performers in movies and television use their athletic ability to bring pulse-racing action to the screen. This book introduces readers to the thrilling world of stunt work, revealing how these daring acts are safely carried out for the screen. Readers learn about the technical aspects of the work, such as the equipment performers use, as well as their workout regimens to stay in shape for their physically demanding jobs. Readers also learn...
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If makerspaces allow young people to collaborate on building projects, then Arduino allows them to go to the next level. Arduino is a do-it-yourself kit that includes a microcontroller that makes using electronics more accessible. Basically, this means that even those who are not experts in electronics can do amazing things, such as build and program robots. This book opens young people up to the possibilities of this exciting world by explaining...
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You don't need to act to make a valuable contribution to a high school or community theater performance. Music plays a crucial role in many theater productions. This book introduces students to the demands put upon musical directors and performers from preproduction to show time, and outlines how the experience can translate into work in the real world.
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Provides comprehensive guide to creating interactive, story-based adventure games using Twine, a free online scripting tool, covering such topics as how to use links, add images, and apply formatting, plus scripting games to remember and respond to player choices.
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This captivating book charts the upbringing, career development, and living legend status of one of the greatest baseball players today. After coming from humble beginnings in his native Venezuela, Cabrera signed with the Florida Marlins when he was just sixteen and made his major league debut with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays at age twenty. He was twice named Most Valuable Player and twice played in the World Series. Finally, in 2014, he signed with...
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What do people do at NASA (and in outerspace)? Readers pick from eight different scenarios and experience "next best thing to being there yourself" opportunities for interactive career exploration. Sidebars promote additional learning activities and independent research.
13) Personality
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Our personalities make each of us unique. But what if you had more than one personality? A person with multiple personality disorder can have multiple, unique-and sometimes even dangerous-personalities. Multiple personality disorder is only one form of disassociation that the human mind can experience. From Cotard delusion, the belief that you're walking dead, to Capgras syndrome, the illusion that those around you are imposters, this volume of Freaky...
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For many children of the sixties, the gift of a Schwinn was a ticket to freedom, a chance to feel the wind on their face and the steady rotation of rubber at their feet. The Schwinn took many through their childhood adventures, with memories filled of after school, free-range bike rides around the neighborhood with friends, the late afternoon sun shining off of the gleaming painted frame and stainless-steel fenders.
The 1960s and 70s saw a boom of...
15) Jamie Oliver
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Through engaging text, direct quotations, and full-color photographs, readers will take an in-depth look into the life of Jaime Oliver, Great Britain's Naked Chef. Students will discover why food education is so important to the Brit, as well as how he became a chef, and how he became a celebrity. Budding chefs can also learn about the different pathways to becoming a professional chef and try their hands at some recipes.
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This important volume examines history's darker side: the massacres, terrorist attacks, ethnic cleansing, and subjugation of races that have taken place throughout the history of humankind. Through examination of acts of brutality such as the Crusades, the Holocaust, the Hutu massacre of the Tutsis in Rwanda, recent terrorist attacks committed by al-Qaeda and ISIS, and many others, readers will be forced to confront the violence that continues to...
17) Rachael Ray
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Known for her simple, quick meals, Rachael Ray has made a name for herself as an individual among celebrity chefs. Readers will learn about her career as a chef and talk-show host, as well as her personal life and products. This book also provides information on how to become a chef and includes some Rachael Ray-inspired recipes to try.
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When it comes to landing a job, a portfolio has been a tool often used by graphic artists, architects, and possibly writers. In today's world, a portfolio may help just about anyone seeking a professional career. A portfolio is a collection of work samples that can bring to life the achievements and skills you present on a résumé. Addressing career-ready standards of the Core Curriculum, this essential book teaches readers how to build a powerful...
20) Emeril Lagasse
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Emeril Lagasse was arguably one of the first celebrity chefs, getting his own cooking show in 1997. Lagasse taught America about New Orleans-style cooking. Readers can learn about his restaurants, his television appearances, and his personal life as well as discover the different paths that lead to a career in the culinary arts. Budding chefs can try their hands at some Lagasse-inspired recipes.
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