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Mary Kay Carson

    Mary Kay Carson est une auteure primée de livres documentaires pour enfants, dont la carrière prolifique compte plus de trente ouvrages destinés aux jeunes. Son travail explore des sujets captivants tels que la faune, l'espace, la météo, la nature et l'histoire. Carson a un talent distinctif pour rendre les sujets complexes accessibles et attrayants pour les jeunes lecteurs. Au-delà de ses écrits, elle partage activement sa passion et ses connaissances par le biais de présentations dans les écoles et les bibliothèques.

    Discovering Mars
    Far-out Guide to Mars
    Escape from . . . the 1916 Shark Attacks
    Mission to Pluto: The First Visit to an Ice Dwarf and the Kuiper Belt
    Park Scientists
    Space
    • Escape from . . . the 1916 Shark Attacks

      • 144pages
      • 6 heures de lecture

      Stay out of the water! During the summer of 1916, the "Jersey man-eater"-a great white shark-terrorized the coast of New Jersey. Based on real events, new friends Ed and Mike have to work together to survive one of the deadliest shark attacks in history! In the blistering summer of 1916, Ed Mitchell is melting in the heat wave boiling New York City. All the city pools are closed because of the polio epidemic, so Ed can't wait to flee to the Jersey Shore and cool off in the ocean. But during his first dip, a great white shark attacks a swimmer and sends the coastline into a panic. Ed is sent away from the shore to visit his aunt in Matawan, New Jersey, where he can stay safe and cool. In Matawan, Ed meets Mike Anders-a local boy who knows all the best spots in the nearby creek. Mike vows to teach Ed to swim, and Ed promises to help Mike read better. Little do they know, the new friends are about to have the summer of their lives. The "Jersey man-eater," the dangerous shark who keeps attacking swimmers, is headed right up the coast and into their favorite swimming spot! Will Ed and Mike be able to survive one of the deadliest shark attacks in history?

      Escape from . . . the 1916 Shark Attacks2023
    • Discovering Mars

      The Amazing Story of the Red Planet

      • 64pages
      • 3 heures de lecture

      Featuring incredible photos and new information about the latest research into Mars, this updated edition of DISCOVERING MARS covers everything about the great red planet, from past to present. Topics include myths and facts about life on Mars, a history of NASA's Mars research, including the Rover missions, and ideas about our potential future relationship with the planet. With its lively text narrative and beautiful color photos, students and teachers alike will enjoy learning everything there is to know about Mars.

      Discovering Mars2015
    • Park Scientists

      Gila Monsters, Geysers, and Grizzly Bears in America's Own Backyard

      • 80pages
      • 3 heures de lecture

      Focusing on the rich biodiversity within America's national parks, the book highlights unique ecosystems, from Yellowstone's geysers and grizzlies to the rare red-cheeked salamanders of the Great Smoky Mountains. It emphasizes the opportunity for citizen scientists to engage directly with nature, making it a hands-on experience for readers. Celebrated as a valuable resource for nature enthusiasts, the book invites exploration and learning in these protected spaces, showcasing the remarkable scientific discoveries occurring in the nation's natural landscapes.

      Park Scientists2014
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