Taylor, Barbara

Simple experiments demonstrate how everyday machines use the principles of motion and how forces such as friction and gravity affect movement.

Introduces several types of insects that can move in extraordinary ways, such as ants that can lift items many times their own size and hawk moths that can fly at speeds over thirty miles per hour.

Information about different kinds of structures built by humans and ideas about what it is like to be involved in a construction project form the foundation for a variety of craft projects.

An introduction to weather and climate, discussing world climates, seasons, violent weather, weather pollution, and the elements of changing weather. Includes instructions for making a weather station.

Discusses the plants and animals that live in forests. Includes the weasel, giant wood wasp, and slippery jack mushroom.

Presents information about a variety of dinosaurs, including the Allosaurus, Compsognathus, and Iguanadon.