Steele, Philip

Provides information for young readers about outer space, answering questions about heavenly bodies, planets, and space exploration, with chapter quizzes and an answer key.

Describes the meteorological conditions under which precipitation is most likely to occur.

Examines the different types of storms, how they are mapped and measured by meteorologists, and ways to protect oneself from them.

Photographs and text discuss Hiram Bingham's 1911 expedition in search of the lost city of the Incas. Describes how the Machu Picchu was found.

Explains how a high-pressure system can cause prolonged periods of high temperatures. Includes related activities and experiments.

Tells how castles were built and takes the reader on a tour of a castle.

Surveys the clothing and crafts that were prevalent in Europe and the United States during the Victorian period. Suggests activities for making similar items with modern materials.

Explains where it snows and why and how snow affects the lives of humans and other animals.

Discusses when and where pirates typically lived and what their activities were.