Hunter, Nick

What was "skiffle"? How did technology impact the look and design of everyday things during these years? Disney and drive-in theaters, Elvis Presley, and Marilyn Monroe, this is the era where popular culture really comes into its own!.

With step-by-step photographs and instructions, this book introduces circus tricks, such as juggling and walking a tightrope.

With step-by-step photographs and instructions, this book introduces magic tricks with objects such as coins, cards, and ropes.

This book is an introduction to space travel, describing the exploration of Yuri Gagarin, Valentina Tereshkova, Neil Armstrong, "Buzz" Aldrin, and Michael Collins.

Surviving in the wild can be tough, thankfully some of the most rare animals on the planet now have science on their side. Readers explore the science behind combating animal extinction in this exciting, high-interest volume. Readers will discover what science is doing to help keep endangered animals from disappearing altogether.

The modern world needs an endless amount of energy to operate. Finding ways to power our world, however, isn?t as easy as it once was. Readers will discover what science is doing to help keep our planet sustainable for the future?exploring the science behind energy production and what we can do to prevent our natural resources from running out.

"Examines solar and lunar eclipses, providing background information about the sun, the moon and our planet, and discusses what an eclipse is, what eclipses can look like, how they happen, the effects on wildlife, what people thought of eclipses in the past, how they are studied today, and about eclipses on other planets"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the origins of the Olympic Games and discusses famous athletes, controversies, host cities, and the Paralympic Games. Includes a map, a glossary, color photographs, and further resources.

Explores the nature of international relations and how different countries have coexisted and interacted with one another throughout the centuries.

Explores the controversy surrounding offshore oil drilling. Discusses its environmental impact, alternatives, and future. Includes case studies, quotes, a glossary, and further reading.