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Jan Assmann is honorary professor of cultural studies at the University of Konstanz and professor emeritus of Egyptology at the University of Heidelberg, where he taught for nearly three decades. He is the author of many books on ancient history and religion, including From Akhenaten to Moses, Cultural Memory and Early Civilization, and Moses the Egyptian.
A groundbreaking account of how the Book of Exodus shaped fundamental aspects of Judaism,...
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"It's a quick way to heat up your food, but did you know the microwave oven was a mistake? Oops! Learn the story of how this accidental invention turned into a common household appliance. Simple text and fun photos prove we can create wonders from whoops-es!"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.4 - AR Pts: 1
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It's hard to imagine life without cell phones. Can you imagine not having a telephone at all? From the earliest electric telegraph to today's powerful technology, phones have played a huge role in history. In this science invention book, readers will see how drastically the world changed. Readers will be hooked from beginning to end with mesmerizing science facts and vivid photos! A glossary is provided as well as comprehension questions and an extension...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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"Space exploration is one of humanity's most incredible accomplishments. In this science invention book, readers will get an up-close look at space travel and how the invention of space technology has helped us explore other planets and learn more about our own"--Publisher marketing.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
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"The invention of the combustion engine changed huge parts of daily life. It allowed people access to much more of the world, including the air and sea. In this science invention book, readers will get an up-close look at how drastically the world changed"--Publisher marketing.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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Elementary-aged readers will explore amazing facts about the invention of robotics in this 32-page nonfiction science book, which shows a before-and-after comparison of how robots have had a tremendous impact on our world.
13) The same sea
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The Same Sea is Amos Oz's most adventurous and inventive novel, the book by which he would like to be remembered. The cast of characters ranges from a prodigal son to a widowed father who has taken in his son's enticing young girlfriend, who in turn sleeps with her boyfriend's close friend. The author himself receives phone calls from his characters, criticizing the way he portrays them in his novel. In this human profusion there is chaos and order,...
14) Art for summer
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Offers step-by-step instructions on how to create summer crafts.
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This inventive book is a treasure trove of over 40 inspiring practical exercises, a rich and creative exploration of fabric and stitch, and a fascinating all-round read. The exercises draw inspiration from around the world: create corded works of art inspired by Milton Glaser's iconic Bob Dylan album cover; create bold embroidered African masks; layer up and cut away to create Mola applique; use bleach and fabric paint to create Aboriginal dreamtime...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.9 - AR Pts: 1
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GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore amazing facts about the invention of flight in this 32-page nonfiction science book, which shows a before-and-after comparison at how aviation has changed our world. INVENTION BOOK FOR KIDS: Aviation is an example of the incredible power of technology. It has played a role in entertainment, the military, travel, and more. In this science invention book, readers will get an up-close look at how the invention...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore amazing facts about the invention of electricity in this 32-page nonfiction science book, which shows the dramatic impact electricity has had on the world around us.
INVENTION BOOK FOR KIDS: For thousands of years, humans survived without electricity. They employed fire, solar energy, water, wind, and animal power to get things done. In this science invention book, readers will see how Thomas Edison...
19) Hearts On Fire
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Hearts On Fire is an inventive book of love poems designed for married couples only. It promises to take your relationship to yet another level. Noted as the modern day, "Song of Solomon." Hearts On Fire provides enjoyable art work and reading for men and women a like-with real feelings; while touching every emotion within you. The contents feature poems of passion and intrigue that send your love life soaring. Hears On Fire lights a fire to dormant...
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In this creative and inventive book, authors Thomas E. Woodward and James P. Gills take readers on an exploration of the human epigenome. Acting as tour guides leading visitors through a 3-D model of a human cell, Woodward and Gills bring to life the human molecular makeup. Readers (as visitors) will get up close and personal with the minute details of human molecular structure, including E. coli, flagellum, a DNA helix, an RNA molecule, and more....