Presents an overview of rain forest biology and ecology, introduces rain forest animals, resources, and people who call rain forests home, and discusses how rain forests develop and evolve.
The importance of trains in transporting people and goods, sometimes in unusual ways or places, is explained with many pictures. the latest technological advances are included.
Examines the life and accomplishments of astronaut Sally Ride. Provides information on astronaut training, life in space, and the space shuttle program. Includes color photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.
Examines the extraordinary life of one of the most popular astronauts, Chris Hadfield, from his early life to the six months he spent living in space. Discover what the International Space Centre is used for, how astronauts can live there, and the rigorous training that astronauts undergo and how they prepare for a journey into the unknown.
Tells the stories of four women who were intrumental in encouraging women to making the war effort work in America during World War II, including United States spy Anne-Marie Walters, machine operator Ruby Loftus, pilot Nancy Love, and nurse Red Harrington.
