Hand, Carol

Profiles the life and accomplishments of Jane Goodall, whose observations have advanced understanding of primate behavior, through combining strict scientific principles with intuitive and ethical thought.

Discusses ways for people with anxiety disorder to live in and adapt to the outside world.

Discusses the sasquatch and yeti legends and whether it is possible that these creatures exist.

Offers students an overview of glaciers, explaining what they are, how they were created, how they impact life on Earth, and other related topics.

Text and photographs look at vaccines, focusing on the history, the science behind the medical practices and the individuals responsible for major breakthroughs.

An introduction to rocks and minerals that explains what they are, how they are formed, and how they are used in everyday life and provides simple experiments using rocks and minerals to help readers understand the scientific concepts presented.

An introduction to laser-powered fusion energy that explains why many believe it could be a viable option as an alternate energy source in the future.

Explores the history and meaning of the right to assemble in the United States and explains how this right has been exercised in years past. Considers controversies surrounding the right to assemble and includes color photographs, a glossary, and additional reading sources.

Discusses how the contamination, depletion, and erosion of soil affects the food supply.

Provides information about weather patterns and helps students develop their research and critical thinking skills through interactive lessons and easy-to-follow text.