Rachael Morlock

Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into computer science careers using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. A meaningful storyline is paired with an accessible curricular topic to engage and excite readers. This book introduces readers to a relatable character and familiar situation, which demonstrates computer science careers in everyday life. Readers will follow a narrator as...

The Internet is an immensely powerful social platform that can inspire and unify, but it can also discourage and divide. This book empowers young Internet users to choose kindness and positivity as they participate in the digital world. It encourages readers to approach online interactions with the same values that guide their behavior offline. With simple explanations, helpful tips, and photographs that correlate to the text, this book presents a...

"From Afghanistan and Pakistan to Nepal and Bangladesh, the region of South Asia is resplendent with vibrant cultures, unlike anywhere else in the world. South Asia is home to bustling cities, tranquil farmland, and some of the world's most ancient recorded history. These diverse characteristics have produced a wide variety of peoples and cultures, all of which have unique traditions while sharing some core tenets. Readers will learn what makes these...

"South Asia might be a relatively small region, but it is home to more than one-fifth of the world's population. Over time, different ethnic groups, religions, colonialism, and trade have shaped the region. Readers will journey through history to take a close look at the distinctive governments of this region, and how they've changed over time. Explored are the historical events, movements, and people who have shaped the region"--Provided by publisher...

"Being smart on the Internet involves knowing where to find good information, thinking critically about websites, and understanding safe ways of sharing online. With clear explanations and instructions, this book will help readers become smart digital citizens who know how to recognize reliable sources and safe websites. Readers will learn to navigate the Internet, think carefully about the content they view and share, follow rules for healthy interactions,...

Digital fluency involves more than the ability to successfully and responsibly use digital tools. It also requires the mastery of netiquette, or the etiquette of communicating with others online. Using proper netiquette can lead to more meaningful connections with others. Readers will learn basic practices for being polite, respectful, and courteous in their online interactions.

Using technology may come naturally to many young people, but that doesn't mean they're able to identify online risks. In this book, readers will learn how to spot and avoid hazards online. Being alert and aware helps Internet users protect their personal information, dodge scams, evaluate the credibility of websites, and safely connect with others. This simple guide to navigating the Internet with confidence provides tips and tricks for alert users....

Every day, young people make large and small decisions that affect them and the people around them. Evaluating consequences is a critical step in good decision making at any age. Readers will explore strategies for identifying and weighing their options before making a decision. They will be encouraged to look ahead, imagine the consequences of different actions, take the perspective of others, and make the best choice. Familiar scenarios and full-color...

"The Founding Fathers are essential to the American narrative. Unfortunately, popular histories have a tendency to gloss over unpleasant truths and harmonize the discordant voices of the past. This book looks beyond powdered wigs and polished portraits to find the human founders of the United States. Multiple and minority perspectives are taken into account, and well-worn stories of the founding era are revisited--from the complex issues of slavery...

"Latin America is a region that consists of 13 dependencies and 20 countries including Argentina and Brazil. Because of the area's wide breadth, diverse geography, and unique colonization patterns, there are many distinct sub-cultures that all offer a different perspective on life in the region. Along with eye-catching full-color images, this book's informative narrative examines these many cultures and explains how they came to be. Guided by sidebars...