Oxlade, Chris

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Mercury, Mars and the other inner planets

2008
Explains what the inner planets are made of, discusses how they formed, and describes the orbit, rotation, environment, makeup, and moons of Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.

Jupiter, Neptune, and the other outer planets

2008
Explains what the outer planets are made of, discusses how they formed, and describes the orbit, rotation, environment, makeup, moons, and rings of Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, as well as the dwarf planet Pluto.

Bicycles

2001
Describes the early development of bicycles, different kinds of bikes, and how they are used.

Submarines

2012
"Describes how a submarine functions in the military with information on diving, surfacing, and navigating underwater. Contains facts and figures on specific submarine models"--Provided by publisher.

Europe

2014
This book introduces the continent of Europe, describing its location, climate, geography, animals and plants, countries, people and languages, natural resources, cities, and famous places.

Using batteries

2012
This book looks at batteries, examining what they are, the different types of batteries, and how we use them. The book considers a range of examples that will be familiar to young readers, and explains the scientific concepts behind batteries and electricity in clear, simple langauge.

Conductors and insulators

2012
Explains what electrical conductors and insulators are and discusses the scientific concepts behind their use.

Using electricity

2012
Introduces electricity, discussing what it is, how it works, and how it is used.

Wheels

2008
Explains in basic terms the physical principles behind the use and operation of wheels and gears, with diagrams that provide several examples involving doorknobs, steering wheels, and pulleys.

Wedges and ramps

2008
Illustrations and easy-to-follow text teach early readers about wedges and ramps, what they are used for, and how they work.

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