Kerrod, Robin

Describes the different types of wildlife in the world and explains how and why each region has its own unique mix of creatures; focuses on habitats, evolution, migratory patterns, and danger of extinction.

Describes technological innovations in the electronics and aerospace industries, civil engineering, and the service and leisure industries.

Discusses our dwindling energy sources and alternative sources of energy for the future.

Presents the history and development of the space shuttle and other reusable launch vehicles since President Nixon approved the program in 1972 and provides information on the Columbia, the Challenger disaster in 1986, and the future of space travel.

Tells how minerals are formed, mined, and used.

Discusses the formation and mining of different kinds of rocks and the many minerals found within.

Discusses the properties, sources, and uses of metals including mining and refining methods. Contains glossary and reference material.

An overview of the universe that provides information on the planets of the solar system, Earth's moon, asteroids, meteors, the Milky Way, star birth and death, and other topics, and includes colorful illustrations, diagrams, and satellite images.

Introduces a number of mammals, including the bat, baboon, and gray whale.

Explores the ocean depths, sweeping tides and currents, northern inlets, coral reefs, and other aspects of the waters of the world. Includes fact boxes and suggested experiments.