Adamson, Thomas K.

Simple text and photographs describe the planet Mars.

Discusses the orbit, atmosphere, surface features, and exploration of the planet Uranus.

Details the unique features found on various styles of stock cars and outlines the history of these machines. Includes full-color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.

Describes how tsunamis are formed and the destruction they create, and examines the effects of the December 2004 tsunami in the Indian Ocean that devastated the coastal areas of southern Asia.

Simple text and photographs show how clocks and calendars measure time and why this information is important in our everyday lives.

Simple text and photographs show how liquids are measured and why this information is important in our everyday lives.

Simple text and photographs show how rulers and odometers measure length and distance and why this information is important in our everyday lives.

Provides an account of the Apollo 11 mission in July 1969 during which astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first men to walk on the moon, and includes background on the U.S. space program. Presented in graphic format.

Discusses the orbit, atmosphere, composition, moons and rings, size, and exploration of Uranus.