Science For Teens

Our hero Chris Alan has been in some tight situations, to be sure. Hostile alien invasion, daring rescues of his friends, and trials by the insane kidnapper. But now he's marooned alone on the most hostile planet in the galaxy with no food, water, communication equipment, or spaceship. It couldn't look any bleaker. All he has to do is pull off another miracle with absolutely no resources or reasonable hope of survival. Just another day in the life of a teenage boy. Same old, same old, right?

Pentamuria, the world of five kingdoms, is in a time of change. The power of the nobles and mages is threatened. War is upon them, although they do not know yet when or with whom. Thus, the mages are gathering in their capital, Ringwall, to prepare together against any possible enemy. At this time, the orphan boy Nill is found by the Druids. He possesses considerable magical skills. So he is taken to Ringwall, where he is to be trained in the magical arts alongside his fellow students. Nill, an outsider, shows no respect for the traditions of the magical world.

This is George Dasent's classic collection of Scandinavian folklore. This is not about Norse mythology per se; so if you are looking for tales of Odin, Loki, and Freya etc., you will have to look elsewhere. Rather, this is an anthology of folk tales, similar to the Grimm Brothers', or Campbell's Popular Tales of the West Highlands. All of the usual suspects are in place, including giants, trolls, witches, evil step-siblings, magical boons and tasks, and anthropomorphic animals.

For many generations, Fin's family has been growing potatoes with a "secret" ingredient. That secret was discovered long ago when a farmer found a dragon's favorite place to produce what was discovered to be the best thing to make potatoes grow. Years later, Fin finds out that these potatoes come with side effects, but not until after he leaves home and realizes that he could really use a little dragon magic to get him out of his predicament.

Fourteen-year-old Luana has always felt more at home in the ocean than on land, especially when the world above gets too loud, too fast, and too much. But nothing could prepare her for the day she and her brother rescue an octopus... and find themselves pulled into an underwater world they never imagined. Welcome to the Intertidal School of the Pacific—a secret academy hidden beneath the waves where mermaids teach other merfolk and a select few humans to become ocean Guardians.

Mattie and Brewster are normal, typical 16-year-old twins who live with their normal, boring parents: Martin and Gwen Banks. Normal and boring, that is, until the day their father's best friend shows up at their house - dressed in what appears to be a bathrobe. The next thing Mattie and Brewster know, their parents are frozen like human statues in their living room, the guy in the bathrobe has vanished, and they need to find answers - fast.

Read by the author. Drawing on decades of research found in his Case for . . . series, as well as new interviews and insights, investigative journalist and former atheist Lee Strobel presents clear and compelling evidence to help seekers and believers answer life's ultimate question: Is God Real?...

Who doesn’t love random facts and odd trivia? Have fun learning weird and curious facts in this audiobook of unusual knowledge and funny trivia. Discover fun and interesting facts about the world and our fascinating history. An amazing facts book for kids and teenagers of all ages, full of fascinating facts and trivia to educate and stimulate young minds. Discover fascinating new knowledge you will keep forever!

Watching a motorcycle race is exciting, but have you ever wondered about the science behind the speed? From before riders reach the track until they blaze across the finish line, science plays a key role. Find out about the concepts behind motorcycle design, track surfaces, drafting, protective clothing, and much more!

Drs. Barbara Oakley and Terrence Sejnowski's popular Online course Learning How to Learn, has enrolled more than 1.8 million students. In this much needed follow-up to A Mind for Numbers, the authors teach kids and teens how to learn effectively at a time when they most need these skills. Learning How to Learn teaches them about the importance of both focused concentration and letting their minds wander, how the brain makes connections between different pieces of information, why procrastination is the enemy of problem solving, and much more.

The groundbreaking book that puts the focus on teens and young adults with social challenges. This book offers parents a step-by-step guide to making and keeping friends for teens and young adults with social challenges—such as those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, bipolar, or other conditions. With the book’s concrete rules and steps of social etiquette, parents will be able to assist in improving conversational skills, expanding social opportunities, and developing strategies for handling peer rejection.

As a teen girl, you are likely feeling pressure and stress from every direction. Having good, healthy relationships with friends you can count on makes all the difference. In this guide, psychologist and teen expert Lucie Hemmen offers ten tips to guide you toward creating and maintaining the social life you want. Even better, the real experts that make this guide special are older teen girls who have recently been where you are now—and have plenty to say about it.

Fueled by memories of a fallen world and revenge, Nick takes on a quest to take down the all-powerful [Admin]. Armed with nothing more than his grit, his experience, and an unyielding will, his every decision becomes a high-stakes gamble in a world changed by the coming of the system. Powerful and otherworldly foes obstruct his path, their strength formidable enough to pulverize any ordinary man. But Nick is far from ordinary. He embodies humanity's best hope to overcome the catastrophe known as System Fall and to challenge the [Admin].

Are you looking for a way to ignite your child's curiosity and love for learning? 100 Amazing Facts for Kids is the perfect adventure for young minds eager to explore the wonders of the world. This enthralling collection captivates children and their parents alike, making learning both fun and fascinating.

Humans have used weapons to fight their enemies since the dawn of history. Today’s military arsenal is filled with the most accurate and sophisticated tools yet. Learn all about these high tech weapons and the science that went into their development.

Um aus dem Palast der Wollust-Sünden gelangen zu können, bietet die Fürstin der Trägheit Adeline einen Deal an. Doch kann Adeline dieses Angebot wirklich annehmen und sich zum Spielball der Sünden machen? Als Adeline es schafft die Mauern der Luxuria hinter sich zu lassen, muss sie zunächst in ihr Elternhaus zurückkehren. Dort stößt sie auf ein dunkles Kapitel ihrer Familie und auf eine ganz besondere Kammer.

When you play the games of emperors, you’ll pay an emperor’s ransom. Iris is destined to destroy the Fire Empire’s hold on the world. In the Fire City—the very beating heart of the Fire Empire—lies one final hope, but to seek it is to draw near to the one who hunts her, and her greatest hope becomes her worst nightmare. If she plays her enemy’s game, she may lose. Prince Besaun has lost everything. Betrayed by the girl he loves, he languishes in a prison of his own making while his mother holds her tortured and captive to ensure he cooperates in her schemes.

Destinada a casarse con su enemigo, entregarle su corazón sería imperdonable. Vaasa Kozár está convencida de que la muerte la acecha, pues la extraña magia que acabó con su madre parece haber despertado en ella. Su despiadado hermano, decidido a aprovechar esta maldición para su propio beneficio, la compromete con Reid de Mireh, un implacable gobernante extranjero, con la esperanza de que la inevitable muerte de Vaasa le sirva de pretexto para invadir su nación.

After the heart-wrenching death at the end of book 1, Calla and the other witches are sent reeling. Still stuck in the deadly Neverending Forest, the group must decide their next steps as the Fates’ War looms near. Calla, torn between past allegiances and new circumstances, finds herself pushing away the one person who can unlock her future.

Rose glaubte, ihr Leben im Griff zu haben. Doch als die Träume zurückkehren, beginnt für sie eine Reise in eine düstere Fantasy-Welt voller Magie und Geheimnisse. Nacht für Nacht führt ihr Weg auf eine fremd-vertraute Wiese, bis ein Hilferuf ihrer verschwundenen Freundin die Grenze zwischen Traum und Wirklichkeit einreißt. Begleitet von einem scharfzüngigen Raben und Neil, einem Musiker mit Narben auf der Seele, überschreitet sie die Schwelle hinter die Mauer des Schlafs in die Grenzlande – ein Reich ohne Sonne, in dem die Zeit anders fließt und Schatten lebendig sind.