Simon, Seymour

". . . examines the planets outside of our solar system and uncovers what makes them habitable, our efforts to discover new life, and more"--Amazon.com.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of big cats.

Simon presents 20 short essays on a wide variety of animals.

A guide to rocks and minerals, covering over two-hundred seventy profiles of rocks and minerals, photographs, and more than seven hundred examples.

Examines superstorms and their potential destructiveness, including thunderstorms, hailstone showers, tornadoes, hurricanes, and typhoons.

Large, colorful pictures will engage readers (and lookers) in a series of bat facts. Two among these facts: Bats are the only mammals that can fly. A little bat can eat about 600 bugs an hour--that's like eating 20 pizzas a night!.

Details the life cycles of frogs and toads while introducing different species that can be found around the world.

Find out about the strongest winds on earth, where and how they are created, and how to protect yourself from tornadoes.

Provides a detailed and concise explanation of how essential water is to the planet.