What makes racing bikes extra-fast? How do boats float? What makes an aircraft take off? Covering lots of different vehicles, including land vehicles such as bikes, cars and scooters, water vehicles s
Takes an in-depth look at stories related to human rights around the world, covering such topics as women's rights, the rights of children, and the role of the United Nations.
A history of the Holocaust describes Nazis and their targeting of Jews and others, how things developed after World War II began, the Final Solution, help given to Jews at the time, what happened to t
A history of World War I describes why it started, the weapons used, what trench warfare was like, the different fronts, how it affected civilians, the role of medicine, how it ended, and its lasting
A history of World War II describes how it started, the different sides involved, the weapons used, where it was fought, why so many civilians died, the war crimes committed, how it ended, and its las
Looks at the issues surrounding animal endangerment, discussing pollution, overfishing, illegal poaching, and habitat loss and the efforts being made around the world to combat these problems.
A history of the bubonic plague describes its symptoms, causes, and devastating effects; how doctors dealt with it; significant outbreaks; and how it was finally brought under control.
Follow a drop of water as it moves around the world! From the largest glaciers, to the steam coming out of a kettle, find out how water can change, and how it can alter landscapes. Get answers to thes
