Peterson, Megan Cooley

Provides an inside look at the high-tech tools used to study UFOs.

"From soap to pretzels, medieval innovators helped develop or improve some important technology we use in our daily lives. The Middle Ages were crucial for the improvement of chess, the compass, glasses, and more! Discover how we still live like we're in medieval times with historical facts, scientific details, and illuminating photos"--Provided by publisher.

"In 1752, the sky in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, darkened. A thunderstorm was coming. Benjamin Franklin was ready to perform an experiment. He wanted to show the electrical nature of lightning. His experiment was a success, but he didn't discover electricity that day. Myths about Franklin and his experiment have been told for years. Discover what's real and what's fiction through infographics, primary sources, and leveled text"--Provided by publisher.

"Lots of teeth. Long legs. Beady eyes. You'll see the animals in this book are far from cute and cuddly"--Provided by publisher.

"Did a spider actually lay its eggs in a woman's face? Do alligators really live in the New York City sewers? Readers will [learn of] mysterious urban legends while also learning the facts about each claim. Which rumors hold a hint of truth and which claims are totally bonkers?"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the legend of the weeping woman of Mexico, known as Llorona.

From sniffing scat to snakes, eco dogs save the ecosystem. Eco dogs work with scientists to track and protect endangered species while capturing and preventing invasive ones. And the planet protectors do it all with their powerful sense of smell! Learn all about these heroic dogs.

Uncover the mystery of ghost ships with diagrams, strong photos, and hi/lo text.

"Blue scales. Pink wings. Purple feathers. You'll see the animals in this book are far from boring"--Provided by publisher.

"Big noses. Weird bodies. Crazy colors. The creatures in this book are far from your average backyard animal"--Provided by publisher.