Vaughan, Jenny

"Looking at some of the major inventions and discoveries shaping our world today, Breakthroughs in Science profiles the research leading up to the discovery (not just profiles of the one or two key "players"). Each book describes the "famous" moment and then examines the continued evolution illustrating its impact today and for the future"--.

An exploration of human reproductive technology that provides background information and historical details, discusses related issues, and provides facts and figures.

Presents basic information about rivers and streams, how they are formed, the animals that inhabit them, and their effects on people.

An illustrated introduction to backyard bugs that provides information about worms, caterpillars, ants, and other insects in a question and answer format.

Describes the characteristics of grasslands, where they may be found on earth, and the plants, animals, and people that inhabit them.

Describes the characteristics of mountainous areas and the plants, animals, and people that inhabit them.

Describes why natural disasters such as earthquakes, tidal waves, hurricanes, and volcanic eruptions occur and how people have been affected by them throughout history.

Presents recipes for foods associated with various festivals and holidays around the world.

This book includes easy-to-prepare Christmas recipes from different cultures around the world.