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Action Figures (22)

From G.I. Joe and Stretch Armstrong to comic book heroes and Star Wars characters, there is an action figure for everyone! In this exciting hi/lo title, readers are introduced to the history behind this favorite toy through bright, colorful images and engaging text.

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Activision Blizzard: Makers of Overwatch and Call of Duty (24)

This book introduces readers to Activision Blizzard, the publisher behind hit franchises such as Overwatch, Call of Duty, and World of Warcraft. Readers will explore the companys history, the merger between Activision and Blizzard, and how the company continues to innovate today. Features include infographics, a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

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All About Facebook (25)

Facebook is one of the most popular social media platforms today. Users from all over the world log on to Facebook’s app or website daily to post updates about their lives, share photos and other media with friends, and see what the other people they know have posted recently. People as young as thirteen years old can sign up for a Facebook page, but it is important to be cautious when using this and any other form of social media. Part of the All About Social Media series, All About Facebook shares the history, uses, and features of this fun and useful social media platform.

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All About Instagram (25)

People have long said that a picture is worth a thousand words. Many Instagram users would likely agree. This smartphone app is one of the most popular social media platforms today. Users from all over the world log on to Instagram each day to share photos of themselves, their pets, nature, and more. Users also enjoy scrolling through Instagram to see what fun images or videos their friends have posted recently. People as young as thirteen years old can sign up for an Instagram page, but it is important to be cautious when using this and any other form of social media. Part of the All About Social Media series, All About Instagram shares the history, uses, and features of this fun and useful social media platform.

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All About Pinterest (25)

Anyone who visits Pinterest can quickly see that it is different from other social media apps. Instead of focusing on other people’s likes, this app allows users to celebrate their own interests. Created in 2010 by a man with a fondness for collecting, the app is now available to anyone over the age of thirteen. In 2022, Pinterest became the third most popular social media app in the United States, with 40 percent of teens using it to organize and display photos, artwork, and more. Part of the All About Social Media series, All About Pinterest shares the history, uses, and features of this interest-based social media platform.

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All About Snapchat (25)

For many years, nearly everything everyone posted online remained in cyberspace forever. But in 2011, three students at Stanford University set out to make social media posts less permanent. Together, they created an app called Snapchat, in which content disappeared once it was viewed. Soon, users were posting billons of Snaps each day. Today, young people all over the world use Snapchat to share photos, videos, and messages. Part of the All About Social Media series, All About Snapchat shares the history, uses, and features of this fun social media platform.

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All About TikTok (25)

Known for its funny dance videos, TikTok has become one of the most popular social media apps in the world today. But the platform offers much more than these entertaining clips that helped it rise to fame. Users can find videos about almost anything on TikTok, from celebrity updates to breaking news. The app has even made news of its own. In 2024, the U.S. government passed a bill to ban TikTok unless it is sold. The move inspired debates about whether the decision violates Americans’ right to free speech. Part of the All About Social Media series, All About TikTok discusses the history, features, and future of the fun social media app.

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All About YouTube (25)

Soon after the Internet became widely available, people began posting digital images online. But sharing videos with a large audience was more challenging. By creating YouTube, three friends who worked together at PayPal forever changed the way people watched videos online. Today, millions of people turn to YouTube every day for a wide range of content. From small channels run by new YouTube creators to accounts with millions of subscribers, YouTube offers videos on gaming, music, news, sports, and more. Users can choose to watch this content or create their own. Part of the All About Social Media series, All About YouTube shares the history, uses, and features of this fun and useful social media platform.

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American Girl Dolls (23)

American Girl dolls have delighted people for decades! This book introduces readers to this favorite toy from its early years to the dolls of today. The leveled text shares how American Girl grew from historical dolls to include magazines, movies, and more! Colorful, crisp photos showcase these diverse dolls and their accessories. Special features map the origins, lay out important events in a timeline, and more.

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Among Us: Beginner's Guide (22)

Almost overnight, Among Us went from a little-known indie game to one of the world's biggest multiplayer hits. Readers will discover how the game was made and find out everything they need to succeed in online matches. Includes table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter.

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Angry Birds and Rovio Entertainment (15)

Since its release for Apple's iPhone in 2009, Angry Birds has been one of the most successful video games in history. Although Angry Birds seemed to be an overnight success, the game was actually the result of years of struggle by Rovio Entertainment, the Finnish company that created it. The company's founder, Niklas Hed, his cousin Mikael Hed, and Peter Vesterbacka have established not just a profitable video game but a cultural phenomenon. In this thrilling narrative, readers examine the challenges and triumphs of building a company while keeping the spirit of fun behind the development of new products.

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Animal Crossing (22)

It's game on, Animal Crossing fans! This title explores the inception and evolution of Animal Crossing, highlighting the game's key creators, super players, and the cultural crazes inspired by the game. Special features include side-by-side comparisons of the game over time and a behind-the-screen look into the franchise. Other features include a table of contents, fun facts, a timeline and an index. Full-color photos and action-packed screenshots will transport readers to the heart the Animal Crossing empire! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

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Animal Crossing (22)

Learn about Animal Crossing and how to set up an island, make friends, and customize your Animal Crossing world. Explore the history of Animal Crossing and peer into the future of one of the world's most popular games. Animal Crossing will give you a behind-the-scenes look at a great game, with features that include: a glossary, index, and bibliography for further reading.

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Animal Crossing: Beginner's Guide (22)

Millions of players around the world have discovered the cozy fun of settling a new town in the Animal Crossing series. In this book, readers will find out everything they need to know to start exploring their own island communities in Animal Crossing: New Horizons for the Nintendo Switch. Includes table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter.

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Animal Crossing: Characters (22)

Millions of players around the world have discovered the cozy fun of settling a new town in the Animal Crossing series. In this book, readers will meet the colorful characters of Animal Crossing: New Horizons for the Nintendo Switch and find out what it takes to befriend them. Includes table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter.

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Animal Crossing: Collecting Fish, Bugs, and Fossils (22)

Millions of players around the world have discovered the cozy fun of settling a new town in the Animal Crossing series. In this book, readers will get a close-up look at the incredible wildlife of Animal Crossing: New Horizons for the Nintendo Switch and find out how to catch these colorful critters. Includes table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter.

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Animal Crossing: Decorating and Customizing (22)

Millions of players around the world have discovered the cozy fun of settling a new town in the Animal Crossing series. In this book, readers will discover the many options for customizing their characters and decorating their islands in Animal Crossing: New Horizons for the Nintendo Switch. Includes table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter.

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Animal Crossing: Gathering and Crafting (22)

Millions of players around the world have discovered the cozy fun of settling a new town in the Animal Crossing series. In this book, readers will learn how to gather useful supplies and use them to craft all kinds of items in Animal Crossing: New Horizons for the Nintendo Switch. Includes table of contents, author biography, sidebars, glossary, index, and informative backmatter.

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Arcade Games (25)

This title focuses on the history of arcade games and their impact on the entertainment world, while examining the origins, evolution, and where they will go for future gamers. This hi-lo title is complete with exciting photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Fly! is an imprint of Abdo Zoom, a division of ABDO.

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Artificial Intelligence and Entertainment: 4D An Augmented Reading Experience (19)

The future of entertainment is here, and it's artificial intelligence (AI). Computers have outsmarted expert chess champions, and gaming software knows how to adapt to your playing style. Learn how AI has transformed entertainment and about the ethical issues of this emerging technology. Bring Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) to your reluctant readers with a topic they will gravitate toward. Fans of augmented reality will love the Capstone 4D augmented reading experience. Get bonus videos via the Capstone 4D app or web browser and go beyond the printed page!

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Asking Questions about Video Games (16)

The world of gaming has changed a lot since the days of Pong and PacMan. Asking Questions about Video Games gives young readers a look at the technology behind today's games, the messages they send, and what they say about our values as a culture. Case studies prompt inquiry, further thinking, and close examination of specific issues. Additional text features and search tools, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words.

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Athletic Esports: The Competitive Gaming World of Basketball, Football, Soccer, and More! (20)

You don't need to be a pro athlete in real life to make big money playing sports like basketball, football, soccer, and others. With lots of practice and quick reflexes, players of Madden NFL, NBA 2K, and other athletic games can hit the big-time on the esports scene. Championship titles, fame, and huge cash prizes await the very best players. But it takes a lot of hard work to become the best. Learn all about athletic esports leagues and what it takes to compete full-time as a professional esport gamer.

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Attending MINECON (19)

Minecraft is more than just a video game. It is a phenomenon that has taken the world by storm. In this book, readers will learn all about MINECON, the annual convention of Minecraft players and game designers where big things are always sure to happen. Includes table of contents, glossary, and index--as well as sources for further reading.

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Barbie (23)

This title delves into the colorful history of the toy superstar Barbie and its popularity today. The book is complete with exciting historical and modern photographs as well as a more facts section and glossary. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.

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