Louise Spilsbury

"The #MeToo movement sparked a much-needed discussion about sexual violence and the importance of consent. This insightful resource teaches readers exactly what consent means and how they can set clear boundaries, not only in their love lives, but in everyday life. The narrative emphasizes crucial points for readers, such as listening to their own body and mind, establishing what is comfortable for them, and recognizing that their voice should be...

While scrolling through TikTok or Instagram can simply be an enjoyable way to pass the time, research is finding social media can have serious mental health consequences. Young people likely have firsthand experience with issues such as feelings of missing out (FOMO), social media addiction, and insecurity. This intriguing title tackles these and other concerns social media can cause. It features explainatory text that breaks down problems that

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"This fascinating book gives readers core information about marine biomes on coasts, in coral reefs, frozen oceans, and in the deepest depths of the ocean. Find out where each kind is found, how animals and plants have adapted to life underwater, who lives in these environments, and how humans impact life there."--

"Kaia! Readers of this text will learn about women who have dominated combat sports such as boxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts. These highly competitive sports are exciting, and readers learn it takes discipline, technique, and a knowledge of the rules to be successful." -- Publisher description.

"Inclined planes are around us every day, though we may not always realize it. Wheelchair ramps, slides, and even stairs are all examples of inclined planes that are integral parts of daily life. Readers will learn all about this simple machine through interesting real-world examples. They'll explore detailed pictures of mechanical parts with extensive annotations and learn about key engineering principles. "Technology in Action" spreads let readers...

A screw is one of the six simple machines. This accessible book introduces readers to the screw through real-world examples. They'll learn about simple and more complex inventions using the screw that have changed the world. Detailed pictures with thorough annotations explain important engineering concepts. Cool "Technology in Action" spreads let readers get a close-up look at screws at work.

"A teeter-totter is more than fun to play on, it's also a lever, one of the six simple machines. This accessible book introduces readers to the lever through real-world examples. They'll learn about simple and more complex inventions using the lever that have changed the world. Detailed pictures with thorough annotations explain important engineering concepts. Cool "Technology in Action" spreads let readers get a close-up look at levers at work"--Www.rosenpublishing.com....

Examines the challenges geologists and earth scientists face while studying underneath the surface and reasons why the work is important, and discusses working conditions, survival techniques, and the technology they use.

As global climate change advances, more parts of Earth are becoming desert. How to slow this process is just one area of research scientists study in the desert biome. Like the animals and plants that can survive it, scientists must learn how to work in the hot, dry conditions of the desert. Readers find out their strategies for working in deserts, such as using solar power and even burning human waste! In addition, STEM topics such as robotics, drones,...