Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) have never been more important. Just about every part of our lives is touched by one or more of those fields. In this book, check out many stories from the world of Agriculture, including these breaking headlines: Science: Pond Scum Studies Aid Farmers Technology: Texting to Track African Agriculture Engineering: Urban Rooftops Convert to Fertile Farms Math: Calculating Soil Erosion Saves Lives Find...

This volume, Trade, Economic Life, and Globalization, covers the economic devastation wrought by World War II, the institutions that the Allies created to help nations recover from the war, and how the Cold War bled into the economic arena. Consumerism and the emergence of the middle class in Western countries is also a major theme, as are the challenges-and promises-created by the expansion of free trade and the collapsing of national economic boundaries....

This volume, Migration and Refugees, explores the movements of people since World War II-beginning with the huge flux of humanity following the war, up to the massive migrations of people out of the Middle East, North Africa, and Afghanistan today. It examines the ways economic hardship and political strife have caused people-over the last seven decades-to look for homes in new lands. And it also covers how environmental concerns and natural disasters...

Describes the changes to the rights of minorities and indigenous peoples following World War II, describing the rise of the women's movement, the increase of ethnic and religious conflicts around the world, and the spread of globalization.

This volume, Education, Poverty, and Inequality, explores economic hardship in the aftermath of World War II, the challenges facing newly independent nations in terms of poverty, inequality, and development, and how the major powers in the Cold War approached social welfare policy. It also examines how the nations of the developing world have grown in strength even as they have struggled with nagging development issues. The United Nations, including...

Inside, learn about the different types of fishing you can do, the gear you need to succeed, and tips on how to "land the big one!"

Are spies criminals or heroes? Some spies are greedy. They only want money. Others spy in wartime. They want to help their country. Businesses also spy on each other. The book explores six famous spies.

Located in central Europe, Austria is a country known for its scenic mountains, crystal lakes, and winding Danube River. Once a great empire, Austria was for centuries one of the most dominant forces in Europe. Learn about Austria's fascinating history, culture, geography, and more in Austria, an Exploring Countries book.

Sugar had a huge impact on world history, and it continues to play a major role in our diets. But as tasty as it is, sugar can cause serious health problems. This book explains everything you need to know about the sweet stuff, from its chemistry and history to how it affects our bodies. Artificial sweeteners are also explored, to help you better understand what's in your food. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid....

Fat has long been treated as the supervillain of the dinner table, but the reality is more complex. Yes, some types of fat can cause serious health problems, but other types of fat are a big part of a healthy diet. This book takes a look at the benefits of the fats we need, as well as the consequences of the ones we don't. The media is full of advice about what foods to eat and what to avoid. Unfortunately, the advice is constantly changing and often...