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Pills are supposed to make you well but not all pills target all diseases. There are certain pills that only work for certain illnesses. Why is that? Well, that's what this book will explain in detail. It's never too early to explain complex disease facts to children. As long as the information is presented in a child-friendly format, then understanding should flow smoothly.
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How did William the Conqueror become the King of England? Learn the story of this great king's life by reading this book. Learning about history helps children to better understand societies. You get the chance to trace the origins of some of the most common traditions today. Secure a copy of this book today!
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What was the Santa Fe Trail and why was it opened? In this book, you will learn about the location of the said trail. You will also read about how it became the first highway of the United States. What was the purpose of opening this land route and how did it influence the westward expansion? Read this book to know the answers to these questions.
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Physics is already a difficult subject to tackle for adults; what more if it were taught to children? The key is to use interesting materials that contain age-appropriate lessons. This is one of those books. It discusses the basics of physics using layman's terms for easy understanding and retention. Go ahead and buy this copy now.
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Sickness does not always lead to deaths. There are common diseases that can be cured through rest, balanced nutrition, fluids and medicines. But there are also illnesses that are really serious; they would warrant a trip to the emergency room. Let's learn to differentiate between these classes of illnesses so you would know how to react if ever you catch them. Learn from this book today!
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How do you empower children against diseases? You give them the facts, of course! Learning about diseases has never been so easy with the help of this learning book. Read about germs and viruses and how they can be defeated with good hygiene and healthy eating. Encourage your child to read this wonderful learning resource today!
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Meteorologists use special tools to predict the weather. These tools are called weather instruments. In this book, you are going to learn about the different weather instruments that are used to collect data and measure air temperature, precipitation, and wind speed. Which weather instrument do you like best?
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If an American President is not able to complete his/her term, what happens? Who will take over the responsibility of presiding over national and international affairs? Can a President give away his/her presidency to a friend? In this book, you will read about how presidential successions work. There will also be examples taken from history to verify that such succession works.
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This book will introduce your second grader to the concept of motion. It will begin with an explanation of how both living and non living things move. It will then touch briefly on Newton's Laws of Motion. The second chapter will talk about the forces that affect movement. The third chapter will explain how motion can be measured.
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Your child will not only learn the difference between climate and weather through this science book. He/She will also be able to identify the instruments meteorologists use to make a forecast. In particular, these instruments will be used to measure air temperature, precipitation, and wind speed. There will be discussions on how forecasts are formed, too. Get a copy today.
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How do banks make paper bills? Will stores accept the paper bill you made at home? In this book, your child will be learning about money - its origin and its importance. Using this knowledge, your child will have the foundation to create smart financial decisions. Growing up will be a breeze if your child has the knowledge he/she needs.
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Did you know that big, complex machines can be broken down into six simple machines? This book will introduce your second grader to the six simple machines that make work easy. The first chapter will differentiate between a simple and compound machine. The second chapter will discuss the first three simple machines while the last chapter will touch on the other three.
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Without water, forests will become deserts, and our marine friends will not have any home. Our bodies are also composed of lots of water so we will die without it too. It's time for the little ones to understand where water comes from so that he/she will grow an awareness to protect water sources. This book is a wonderful introduction to the subject.
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There is one universal truth about energy: it is neither created or destroyed, only transformed. This book will discuss how energy is transformed in living and nonliving systems. It will begin with a brief explanation of some of the most common energy transformations. The second chapter will focus on how energy is captured for certain uses. Finally, the last chapter will talk about the flow of energy.
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Three things will be discussed in this book and they are all characteristics of white light: opaque, transparent and translucent. The first few pages will touch on the definition of light to build a foundational knowledge on the topic. Later, it will discuss how opaque, transparent and translucent objects affect the travel of light. It will end with how a prism works in relation to light.
16) The Ancient Egyptians : Daily Lives, Cities, Famous Temples, Peoples and Wars History Books Grad
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Have you ever wondered what life was like without the technology you take advantage of today? Just imagine living as an Egyptian in ancient times. Use the information presented in this book as guide to your imagining. Do you think you will have a good and easy life? In which city will you choose to live? Where will you pray and how will you interact with others? Start reading today.
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What happened in the Valley Forge? What was its purpose in historical accounts? In this book, you will read about the importance of the Valley Forge in the history of the American Revolution. Not only will you see its vantage point, you will also learn about the lives of the soldiers stationed there. By reading this book, you will also understand how good leadership was instrumental in wars.
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Meteorologists do a very important job, and this book will give you an inside look of what they do. Here, you will learn to read weather maps. You will read about pressure systems, fonts, and other features of weather maps and charts. You will also learn about symbols commonly used in weather maps and charts. So, the next time you listen to a weather broadcast, you'll know exactly what they mean.
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This physics book has been tagged as appropriate for fifth graders. The pages will discuss power, momentum and collisions. Examples are provided to ensure understanding. The importance of supplementary learning resources will show in how your child's grades will improve.
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You may want to protect your child from dark historical truths but you cannot take away their curiosity. Learning about what happened in the past will help a child learner associate events to current times. It will also produce valuable lessons that will shape decisions and actions later on in life.
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