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Coming in October Vol. 13 No. 1 DEVELOPMENT TEAM


Vice President and Publisher: Francis Downey


Dive In: It takes courage to explore underwater caves. Come along!


The Skin You’re In: The largest organ in your body is the one you wear. Learn about your skin.


Monsters and Vampires and Ghosts, Oh My! Meet some of nature’s spookiest critters.


Art Director and Designer: Karen Thompson Editors: Brenna Maloney Macon Morehouse Digital Editor: Shelby Alinsky Programmer: Meng Wei Media Editor: Shannon Hibberd Permissions Editor: Jean Cantu Production Specialist: Dreama Karnes-Bynane Manufacturing Manager: Nicole Elliott


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