Seen from space, our planet looks blue. This is because almost 70 percent of Earth''s surface is covered with water. Earth is the only planet with liquid water -- and therefore the only planet that can support life. All water is connected. Every raindrop, lake, underground river and glacier is part of a single global well. Water has the power to change everything -- a single splash can sprout a seed, quench a thirst, provide a habitat, generate energy...

The 18th century German philosopher Immanuel Kant is widely considered as one the most important figures in modern philosophy. His fundamental arguments with regard to the fields of metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, political philosophy, and aesthetics, have been highly influential and form the basis for much of contemporary thought upon the subjects with which he was concerned. Kant believed that there were fundamental concepts that structured human...

An interactive guide to building a country that teaches children the basics of nation-building and highlights events that have shaped countries throughout history.

"Macramé--the fine art of knotting--is an age-old craft that's undergoing a renaissance. At the heart of this resurgence is Emily Katz, a lifestyle icon and artist who teaches sold out macramé workshops around the world and creates swoon-worthy aspirational interiors with her custom hand-knotted pieces. Modern Macramé is a stylish, contemporary guide to the traditional art and craft of macramé, including thirty-three projects for home, from wall...

The dramatic and sometimes heartbreaking story of families striving toward a better life in one of the twenty-first century's great, unequal cities. In this fast-paced book, based on three years of uncompromising reporting, a bewildering age of global change and inequality is made human. Annawadi is a makeshift settlement in the shadow of luxury hotels near the Mumbai airport, and as India starts to prosper, Annawadians are electric with hope. Abdul,...

Explores the concept of progress in modern society.

Learn the languages that run the web. PHP, MYSQL, and JavaScript are the key technologies behind your favorite websites. When you understand them, you're well on your way to building cool websites and possibly a lucrative new career. Whether you're brand-new to programming or you want to brush up on specific areas, these seven minibooks will take you step-by-step through the essentials of building your own web development environment, as well as coding...

"This non-fiction graphic novel for kids 7 to 12 takes readers on a thrilling voyage through our universe. Get ready for the ultimate astronomy adventure! It's a beautiful evening when Squeak, Orni, and Castor head out for a weekend of camping. But Squeak has a surprise: he's hosting them all in his observatory, high at the top of a tree. The tree house is delightful--and fully equipped for the most incredible discoveries: in the sky and the stars,...

It's more than a book. It's a way of life. Since 1939, Alcoholics Anonymous has served as a lifeline to millions worldwide seeking recovery from alcoholism.

"The beloved host of PBS's Mister Rogers' Neighborhood offers warm words of advice and encouragement, along with reflections on his own childhood"--Provided by publisher.