Jefferis, David

"Scale models are usually built as accurate miniatures of real objects such as vehicles, buildings, and even people. This . . . introduction to model making explains the mathematics of scale, and the difference between building from a kit and building from scratch. Tips on painting, scoring, cementing, and weathering help build fine-motor skills"--Provided by publisher.

"This . . . introduction to model making explains the mathematics of scale, how clockwork, electric, and steam trains work, and the difference between building from a kit and building from scratch. Tips on painting, cutting and filing, cementing, and basic electronics help build fine-motor skills"--Provided by publisher.

"Historically, model figures tended to be military ones, such as soldiers. Gaming has brought a . . . popularity to building . . . characters from fantasy games, both people and animals. This . . . introduction to model making explains the mathematics of scale, using the Internet for research, and how to shape and fix molded figures"--Provided by publisher.

"Takes readers from current technology to what innovations in technology are being pursued to support living for years beyond Earth. ... Artwork illustrates the scientific possibilities of living on other planets, sleeper starships, rotating megastructures, and even modifying humans"--Provided by publisher.

"Astronauts of the lunar exploration age were the superstars of their time. This inspiring book discusses how astronauts survived in space--then and now--by keeping to a strict diet, bedtime, and training schedule. Special sections explain how spacesuits kept them alive in and outside the space capsule and how they moved around their cramped quarters. Maps of the Moon show the lunar nearside that we can see from Earth, and the lunar farside that faces away from us."--Provided by publisher.

"On July 23, 1969, Neil Armstrong and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin stepped from their spacecraft onto the alien soil of the Moon--Earth's sister world. Using archival images and explanatory text, this riveting title guides the reader through NASA's Apollo space program, including the tragic deaths of an entire flight crew and Apollo's ultimate triumph--the first lunar landing in 1969. Maps of the moon show where Apollo 11's lunar lander Eagle landed and the route taken by the Soviet robot lander Lunokhod 1 in 1970"--Publisher.

"This . . . introduction to model making explains aerodynamics, the mathematics of scale, how gliders and models propelled by rubber band, electric motor, fuel, or a rocket work, and the difference between building from a kit and building from scratch. Tips on shaping wings, choosing body materials, and weather-proofing help build fine-motor skills"--Provided by publisher.

Color illustrations, diagrams, and text describe the history of the jet plane and its uses. Contains a "Spotter's Guide" that shows the aircraft drawn to scale.

Presents an illustrated discussion of Uranus and Neptune, covering their temperatures, moons, rings, rotation, and more, and includes information about the Keck observatory and online sources for viewing the night sky.

Provides an introduction to galaxies, answering questions about what they are, where they come from, the Milky Way, the galactic halo, galaxy collisions, and related topics.