Provides an overview of a variety of science concepts, covering such topics as atoms, elements, energy, forces, physics, and explosive chemical reactions.
Presents an introduction to the tropical forest biome, examining its climate, plants, animals, people, and future, and including detailed views of some particular tropical forest locations.
Profiles this incredible habitat, both the forest and the river, including the birds, animals, and insects that live there to the nine South American countries it extends across.
An illustrated introduction to Earth, showing where it is in the solar system, describing an imaginary journey to view the planet from space, looking at conditions inside and on the surface of Earth, and discussing the possibility of other Earth-like planets.
"This book gives readers an up-close look at the mechanics behind bugs. Readers will enjoy learning about the leaping flea, the bloodsucking tick, the migrating Monarch butterfly, and the stinging scorpion. They'll explore the ways that the anatomy of each insect and spider gives it amazing abilities and skills suited to its environment. This book is full of fun fact boxes and color photographs that magnify each creature"--Amazon.com.
