A biography of astronaut Buzz Aldrin who was a member of the first Project Apollo crew to land on the moon. Describes his childhood, his early career as an air force pilot, the moon mission, and his life after the mission.
Looks at how people use energy, explains where the world's energy comes from, examines the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy, and describes alternative sources of energy.
Presents an overview of magnetism including coverage of such concepts as permanent and temporary magnets, attraction and repulsion, and magnets in everyday life.
An illustrated timeline of the development of homes that highlights the materials used in construction, houses as a means of protection, and the impact of wealth on where people reside.
An illustrated timeline of transportation history that highlights important developments in the field from prehistoric times to the early twenty-first century.