An up-close look at why so many enjoy camping and the types of equipment needed for a fun and safe trip.
This book explains the various methods of scientific tools, including measurement, models, and tools that extend our senses, and how these scientific tools are changing.
This book explains how models help us test new designs and to understand living things. The book includes various types of models, such as scale, graphical, conceptual, and computer models, which are used to analyze how we understand different things.
Discover the vital role of disappearing wetlands and what can be done to protect and restore this resource.
Describes how rocks, minerals, and soils are formed, their properties, and why humans are dependent on them.
Experience the dangers mountain climbing in the graphic high interest book.
Hunt the sea for sunken boats filled with treasure in this graphic high interest book.
Too young to drive? Then be a race car crew chief in this graphic high interest book.
Encounter animals and poachers on an African Safari in this graphic high interest book.
This book offers a brief overview of the structure, function, makeup, and specific types of cells, including both animal and human cells.
This book provides an understanding of the impact that humans have on Earth and suggests ways to reduce damage to the environment.
Use forensic science to solve a mystery in this graphic high interest book.
Visit Ocean City to train dolphins and care for other animals in this graphic high interest book.
In graphic-novel format, this book examines the history of the Chicago fire in 1871 while providing a story that brings to life one family's struggle to survive the devastation.
In graphic-novel format, this book chronicles the 1906 earthquake that destroyed the city of San Francisco while providing a story of one family's escape from the disaster.
In graphic-novel format, this book examines the history of the Galveston Hurricane in 1900 while providing a story that depicts the community's struggle to survive the storm and rebuild their homes afterward.
Get close to the battlefield in one of the most heavily armed gunships in the world. The AC-130 has enough firepower to take out enemy tanks and other armored vehicles. Learn about the history of the AC-130, its weapons and features, and how it supports ground troops in their missions.
The United States Marine Corps uses the Super Cobra to support Marines and take out enemy vehicles. Loaded with missiles, guns, and rockets, the Super Cobra is a very efficient force on the battlefield. Readers will explore the history of the Super Cobra and how this attack helicopter helps the Marine Corps complete missions.
Named after two soldiers who won the Medal of Honor, the Stryker is an armored combat vehicle that serves many roles in the United States Army. Strykers can carry troops, guns, and missiles. They can also work as ambulances, fire trucks, and reconnaissance vehicles. Discover why the Stryker is going to be a mainstay in the Army for many years.
The Sea Dragon is the largest and heaviest helicopter in the United States military. It can transport troops and haul cargo. It is also used to detect and blow up mines in dangerous waters. Read about the history of the Sea Dragon, the tools it uses to detect mines, and its role in keeping our waters safe.
Describes drag racing and why it is only legal in a closed track. Provides information about the history of the sport, characteristics of the vehicles, important events, and famous drivers.
Take an in-depth look at technology in this science encyclopedia.
Find research projects and fun science experiments in this science encyclopedia.
Take an in-depth look at astronomy and space in this science encyclopedia.
