Parasaurolophus is known for the trumpet-shaped crest on its head, which makes a low sound similar to the one elephants or whales make when communicating among their species. Readers learn this and other interesting facts about this dinosaur, such as what it ate, the places it called home, and how it survived among predators. This compelling material is presented through an age-appropriate text to enhance students knowledge of these prehistoric creatures. Readers uncover additional information in captivating fact boxes, colorful illustrations, and well-organized diagrams. This text keeps readers entertained while also aligning with a fundamental science curriculum topic.
Learn about the diverse and vibrant festivals that are celebrated around the world. This series encourages children to consider religious beliefs and cultural practices via easy-to-read text and informative full-colour images.
Ruby on Rails helps you produce high-quality, beautiful-looking web applications quickly. You concentrate on creating the application, and Rails takes care of the details. Tens of thousands of developers have used this award-winning book to learn Rails. It's a broad, far-reaching tutorial and reference that's recommended by the Rails core team. If you're new to Rails, you'll get step-by-step guidance. If you're an experienced developer, this book will give you the comprehensive, insider information you need. Rails has evolved over the years, and this book has evolved along with it. We still start with a step-by-step walkthrough of building a real application, and in-depth chapters look at the built-in Rails features. This edition now gives new Ruby and Rails users more information on the Ruby language and takes more time to explain key concepts throughout. Best practices on how to apply Rails continue to change, and this edition keeps up. Examples use cookie backed sessions, HTTP authentication, and Active Record-based forms, and the book focuses throughout on the right way to use Rails. Additionally, this edition now reflects Ruby 1.9, a new release of Ruby with substantial functional and performance improvements. Sam Ruby is a prominent software developer who is a co-chair of the W3C HTML Working Group and has made significant contributions to many of the Apache Software Foundation's open source software projects. He is a Senior Technical Staff Member in the Emerging Technologies Group of IBM. Dave Thomas, as one of the authors of the Agile Manifesto, understands agility. As the author of "Programming Ruby," he understands Ruby. And, as an active Rails developer, he knows Rails. David Heinemeier Hansson is the creator of the Rails framework.
This book offers a comprehensive guide to newly discovered shipwrecks, complete with GPS coordinates for each location. It serves as a valuable resource for maritime enthusiasts and researchers, presenting a wealth of information about these underwater sites. The detailed insights aim to enhance exploration and understanding of historical shipwrecks.
Delve into the dark and intriguing aspects of science, moving beyond traditional textbooks to uncover the grim and gruesome elements often overlooked. This engaging exploration promises a hands-on approach, encouraging readers to embrace the messy and exciting side of scientific discovery. Prepare for a thrilling journey that challenges the notion of boring science, inviting curiosity and adventure.
Engaging young readers aged 9 to 12, this book invites them to abandon traditional science textbooks for a thrilling exploration of the darker, more exciting aspects of science. With a focus on the grim and gruesome, it promises a hands-on experience that encourages curiosity and fun, suggesting that readers may want to keep their goggles and lab coats ready for messy experiments. This approach makes science entertaining and accessible, transforming the subject into an adventure rather than a chore.
Engaging young readers aged 9 to 12, this book invites them to discover the exciting and often macabre aspects of science, moving away from traditional textbooks. It emphasizes a hands-on, messy approach to learning, encouraging curiosity and exploration. With a focus on the grim and gruesome, it promises an entertaining and educational experience that makes science fun and memorable.
