Ring, Susan

Presents a study of the planet Jupiter; and examines its moons, early observations and astronomers, where it is located in the solar system, comparisons to other planets including the earth, and space missions to Jupiter.

Presents a study of Earth; and describes its moon, early observations and astronomers, where it is located in the solar system, comparisons to other planets, and various space missions.

Brief introduction to forest fires, what causes them, what their effects are, and how they are fought and prevented.

Simple text and illustrations explain the concept of technology.

A very simple introduction to various mammals and some of their characteristics.

Presents an introduction to boats, in simple text with illustrations, describing how they were first made and how they are used for work and pleasure.

Presents the things that everyone needs, as well as things some people want, and invites the reader to consider his or her own wants and needs.

Brief text introduces scientists who study animals, including zoologists, entomologists, ornithologists, veterinarians, and zoo nutritionists.

Describes the ability of wind, water, and ice to shape the landscape.

Provides details and interesting facts about some of the fastest, fiercest, smartest, deadliest, and wildest 100 creatures on the planet.