New Releases by Heather Moore

The Declaration of Independence is one of the most famous letters in human history. Thomas Jefferson and the other Founding Fathers created this important document to announce their freedom from England. It was one of the driving forces that sparked the Revolutionary War and lead to the formation of the United States. But there’s so much more to learn about this historic document that isn''t in typical history books. The age-appropriate text in this book is paired with little-known fun facts, fascinating photographs and illustrations, and helpful graphic organizers to show just how interesting this pivotal document really is.

Countless statutes, sculptures, and structures have been built to celebrate important moments and people in US history. However, some US monuments are structures build before the United States was even a country, and others are landforms produced by natural forces thousands of years ago. The dazzling photographs in this volume are sure to teach and tantalize readers. Age-appropriate text is paired with graphic organizers to help readers get the most from this entertaining guide to US monuments.

Ostriches are funny-looking birds with their long legs and huge, popping eyes. But don''t get too close. An ostrich''s huge talons are sharp enough to kill a lion. Ostriches also eat anything they can find, such as rocks, buttons, and even alarm clocks! Though these animals are increasingly raised on ranches, they''re not domesticated, and should never be kept as pets. Readers will love learning about these odd, record-breaking birds.

This title offers authoritative and comprehensive information for any young person looking to forge their way into the construction industry but doesn''t know where to start. Readers are first introduced to the general areas of construction such as working with stone, metal, large machines, and architecture tools and software. They are then given the specific jobs within each area, such as stonemason, welder, crane operator, carpenter, electrician, contractor, and civil engineer, among others. The text highlights benefits and obstacles of each trade, as well as the job outlook. This information is designed to give readers a clear and comprehensive education in potential opportunities in area. With each chapter covering the general fields of construction and then focusing in on the specific jobs, this book serves as a reliable roadmap for any young person who is interested in a job in construction.

Aircraft carriers are truly impressive "cities at sea." Their monstrous size alone can fill visitors with awe. However, the people who live on carriers and the jobs they do every day are just as extraordinary. Pilots who land jets with precision, engineers who piece together weapons, and technicians who fuel vehicles in the midst of dangerous situations are just some of the heroes of the navy highlighted in this book.

Stick bugs are masters of disguise. They can look like a twig on a tree, or a leaf on the ground. If they stand perfectly still you may not even notice them. Chances are you’ve seen one and just didn’t know it. Readers get the perfect opportunity to spy these sneaky creatures blending in with their natural habitat while learning many fun facts about stick bugs—including which is the longest, which resembles a lobster, and the many devious ways they avoid being caught by predators.

Networks are comprised of people who want to support one another. In this sincere narrative, young women get a clear and practical resource for forming, building, and maintaining networks, whether in terms of finding a job, internship, gym, or Web designer. Readers learn about informal and formal networks, comfort and professional networks, and how to build, nurture, and share their networks. This straightforward volume provides young women with the tools to use their networks for reaching their goalsu0097from volunteering, applying to college, starting a business, finding a jobu0096u0096in the community or online. Ten Great Questions to Ask a Mentor and intriguing sidebars such as creating u0093the elevator pitchu0094 or quick networking speech and staying organized add to the booku0092s appeal.

The barracuda is a long, slender fish that swims with power and grace. However, it’s also strong and aggressive. Barracudas use two sets of razor-sharp teeth to catch prey and tear them to pieces. Although they usually feed on smaller fish, barracudas fearsome teeth allow them to chop larger fish in half. The fun, informative text in this book is paired with stunning photographs to give readers a unique perspective of these frightening fish.

Piranhas are some of the fiercest fish in the world. They may be small, but their numerous sharp teeth allow them to tear chunks of flesh from larger prey. Readers are sure to enjoy learning fun facts about these ferocious fish.

The lionfish is one of the most colorful fish in the sea. It has zebra stripes and beautiful fins. However, the lionfish’s looks aren’t just for show. They tell predators to stay away. The lionfish might be pretty, but it’s also deadly. Numerous dazzling photographs of lionfish in their natural habitat help make this book of fun facts informative and interesting for all readers.

Stingray’s glide gracefully through the water; they seem like alien creatures with their wide, flat bodies and slender tails. They drift to the sea floor and use their flat bodies to stir up the sand and bury themselves. Many stingrays use their deadly stingers to catch prey. Some have powerful mouths for crushing shells. Astonishing photographs allow readers to see these fierce fish in their natural habitat.

For those who are interested in sports, and those interested in the nonphysical marketing side of sports, this book offers an exhilarating look at the people who make the glitz and glamor happen. Athlete-endorsed products, Times Square billboards, and sports video games, sports marketers are the savvy professionals who help spread the word about major athletes, teams, and events. Additionally, there are many facets and areas of sports marketing that appeal to a range of different personality types. This book will inform readers of the various aspects of sports marketing, allowing great insight to those interested about where they may fit in this exciting and energizing industry.

Sharks are one of nature’s fiercest predators. Sharks also don’t have any bones, and they can lose up to 30,000 teeth in a lifetime. Sharks have to keep swimming all the time in order to keep breathing. Inside this book, readers will discover these and many more fun sharks facts. Amazing photographs of nature’s deadliest creatures in the wild are sure to thrill readers of all ages.

Facts about how bats see in the dark, if bats really drink blood, which type of bat can eat up to 1,000 mosquitoes in an hour, which bat has a tongue longer than its body, and many more will be found inside this book of fun facts about bats. This bat guidebook proves bats aren’t as creepy as many people think. Readers are sure to enjoy the up-close images of bats in the wild.

The nervous system is powered by a supercomputer inside the body called the brain. It processes information taken in by the senses and tells the body how to react. It also stores a lifetime of memories. This amazing organ is capable of accomplishing numerous complex tasks all at once. Together, the brain, spinal column, and nerves make up the nervous system, which make all activities such as eating, sleeping, running, laughing, and even remembering possible. Incredible diagrams and colorful photographs help readers understand the human nervous system.

Many kinds of very friendly dolphins live in warm waters all around the world. In fact, dolphins are one of the few types of wild animals that seem to like being with people. Even the “killer whale,” the largest of all dolphins, is often tame and friendly around people. Inside, readers will learn many more fun facts about dolphins while seeing vibrant photographs of them in their aquatic homes.

Crocodiles are the strongest and most dangerous reptiles on the planet. They’re also the smartest. They can remember what time animals come to the water to drink every day. Being both big and smart helps crocodiles rule their habitat. These are just a few of the fun facts about crocodiles readers will learn in this volume. Straightforward text is paired with dazzling photographs to give readers the chance to gain knowledge about these deadly creatures like never before.

Penguins have wings but can’t fly. They’re excellent swimmers, and they live where it’s very cold. However, penguins’ ancient relatives were very different. They had feathers and could fly. Some ancient penguins were even about 6 feet tall. Readers will find these fun facts and many more inside this volume. Accompanying the text are fun, captivating photographs of penguins in their natural habitats.

From the Sting Ray to the AstroVette, Corvettes have made an indelible impression on the world of cars. With stunning photographs and fast, fun facts, this book introduces readers to one of the best-known sports cars ever made. Budding car enthusiasts learn more about why so many ’Vettes are zooming around today.

Describes the Porsche line of sports cars, including their components, the history of the cars, and how they have improved in speed, performance, and style over the years.

The very popular New Sharing our World, a Life skills course for the Foundation Phase, has been fully revised to meet the requirements of the curriculum revisions outlined in the Revised National Curriculum Statement (NCS).

It''s hard to imagine there''s a more extreme sport than skydiving. Jumping from a plane at 13,000 feet (3,962 m) or higher seems crazy to some, but those who try it are often hooked for life. Readers of this book step off the plane and into the high-flying world of skydiving, including tandem skydiving, accelerated free fall, BASE jumping, and competitive skydiving. The history and hazards of the sport are also considered, with midair photographs adding an even greater sense of amazement to this high-interest topic.