Marty Gitlin

"This title introduces basketball fans to the history of the Boston Celtics NBA franchise. The title features . . . sidebars, . . . photos, a timeline, team facts, trivia, a glossary, and an index"--

The well-educated son of an Italian family, Verrazzano settled in Dieppe, France, as a young man. This explains why his historic explorations of the coast of eastern North America were undertaken in the name of the French king. During his 1524 journey, Verrazzano recorded a detailed account of the places he visited, one that would prove a key source of information about North America. Readers will also learn about Verrazzano's later journey to

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Los Angeles Lakers is a beginner's history of the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers. Beginning with the franchise's early years, readers will experience the team's highest and lowest moments, meet the team's best players and managers, and gain the inside track on information that completes the team's story. Mini-biographies, fun facts, anecdotes, fantastic quotes, and sidebars combine with full-color, action-packed photographs to round out the story of the...

"Infographics, fun facts, and carefully leveled text help readers explore the creepy, crawly lives of tarantulas and their important role in the world"--

"Readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of [the Internet of things] in today's homes"--Provided by publisher.

"Readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of [the Internet of things] in the medical industry"--Provided by publisher.

"What makes something "smart?" In the Exploring the Internet of Things series, readers discover how inanimate objects, from watches to home speakers to even t-shirts, help people get things done better, faster, and smarter. In Smart Vehicles, readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of IoT in self-driving cars. Includes informative sidebars, data-focused text, and 21st Century Skills backmatter...

". . . readers will learn the practical application, technological and future advancements, and innovation of Internet ofThings in cities around the world. Includes informative sidebars, data-focused text, and 21st Century Skills backmatter content"--Provided by publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about Brazil. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

Looks at the life of the basketball star and discusses key moments in his NBA career, including his championship wins with the Miami Heat and the Cleveland Cavaliers.