Kerrod, Robin

Discusses the nature and states of matter and examines both natural and synthetic materials such as forest products, rocks, minerals, and metals.

Describes some of the world's natural materials, such as minerals, and man-made, such as plastics, and the esthetic and functional uses to which they have been put, particularly in the construction of buildings and bridges.

Describes the similarities and differences between the three planets closest to Earth and provides information about their surface features, physical makeup, and more.

Provides information on the physical makeup, surface features, and moons of the three planets farthest away from Earth.

Photographs and simple text introduce young readers to stars and galaxies, discussing how stars are born and how they die.

Describes the formation, structure, and atmosphere of the earth and its moon, with up-to-date color photographs.

A collection of science activities demonstrating the properties of light.

Describes the two largest planets in our solar system, including their formation, location, appearance, and moons.

Chronicles the National Aeronautics and Space Administration through paintings, photographs, and graphics generated by the American space program.

An illustrated introduction to the history of space vehicles, including launching rockets, space shuttles, planetary probes, manned spacecraft, lunar explorers, space stations, and future craft.