Hoist the drawbridge and ready the cannons! Even reluctant readers will storm the bookshelves for this high-interest topic where history, math, and magic intersect. This innovative text goes far beyon
Examines how chemical engineers combine the science of chemistry with the engineering design process to develop products used in daily life such as cleaning supplies, fuels, and medicines.
Examines how environmental engineers combine scientific concepts with the engineering design process to find ways to increase the health and comfort of people today, with the smallest negative impact
Describes the function of the body's brain and nervous system, and includes information about the spinal cord, sleeping and dreaming, brain damage, and nerve cells.
Describes the process of digestion, including information on why a balanced diet is important, how the body breaks down food into nutrients, and ways to avoid digestive disorders.
Describes the human musculoskeletal system, including the different types of muscle and bone, and how they work to allow the body to move and function.
Looks at the application of science and new technologies to law enforcement, including surveillance devices, helicopters, global positioning systems, crime scene techniques, computers, and other devel
‘Exploring Space’ looks at the development of space science and knowledge from ancient times through the present and into the future. You will learn about everything from the first telescopes to the n
What is the world's tallest waterfall? How do dams help generate water power? What happens when a waterwheel spins? This series explores the causes and effects that shape our world. From the underwate
"Our bodies are always active - from before we are born until the day we die. Even when we're asleep our hearts continue to beat, we keep on breathing, and the cells that make up our bodies are consta
All aboard the Engineering Express! Readers will embark on a scientific exploration of steam power and locomotive engineering in this versatile volume. Along the way they’ll gain insight on American h
