Sean Connolly

Provides step-by-step instructions for experiments using readily obtainable materials that demonstrate scientific principles related to sports.

Presents in introduction to thirty-four scientific breakthroughs, discussing the history of their discovery and providing instructions for conducting experiments which demonstrate their principles.

Uses perilous situations to inspire readers as they solve word problems using fractions, algebra, geometry, probability, expressions, and equations. A blend of middle school math with fantasy to create an exciting adventure in problem-solving. These word problems are perilous, do-or-die scenarios of blood-sucking vampires (How many months would it take a single vampire to completely take over a town of 500,000 people?), or a rowboat of 5 shipwrecked...

Simple to do science experiments to be done with items found in the kitchen or garden.

Charts the slow, and often fiercely contested, movement toward equal rights for both women and men.

Introduces the life and work of Vincent van Gogh, discussing his early years, life in Holland, London, Paris, and southern France, and development as a painter.

This book charts the slow, and often fiercely contested, movement toward equal rights for all, regardless of racial or ethnic background. Featuring many vivid, first-hand accounts, it includes detailed information on the people and events that have changed history. It also explains where, and why, these campaigns for change continue today. Many of the rights that we enjoy today have come about through long struggles by bold and determined reformers....