Taylor, Barbara

Examines the variety of life found in the desert.

Describes how variations in the creation of sound can create musical tones for the human ear and why musical instruments produce sound.

Presents an introduction to insects, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on their physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and behavior.

Provides information on the behavior, appearance, habitats, and identification of butterflies and moths in all kinds of environments.

An introduction to the science of flight using simple experiments to show how animals and machines fly, how moving air causes weather, and more.

Discusses the nature, properties, and principles of sound. Includes projects and activities from other subject areas, such as art, math, and geography.

Explores the properties and phenomena of light and examines such topics as rainbows and lasers. Includes art projects and language activities.

Shows how various energy sources, such as oil, electricity, steam, and nuclear power, are produced, and demonstrates how each is manipulated to provide energy for machines and everyday items.

Uses a question and answer format to present a variety of scientific information.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, and natural environment of amphibians, and snakes and other reptiles.