Hirschmann, Kris

Examines the massive oil fires set by retreating Iraqi troops in Kuwait during the 1991 Persian Gulf War, and describes the effects on the people, economy, and environment of the entire region and how scientists continue to track pollution levels and health histories.

Explains the science behind tornadoes, looks at how the storms take shape, explains how tornadoes are measured and tracked, and discusses the damage caused by tornadoes.

Explains the science behind windy weather, looks at seasonal, local, and everyday winds, explains how wind is measured, and discusses the results of extreme wind.

Explains the science behind wet weather, looks at rain, hail, sleet and freezing rain, and snow, explains how precipitation is measured, and discusses the results of extreme precipitation.

Discusses how clouds form, describes the different types of clouds, and explains related processes with diagrams.

Explains the science behind hurricanes, looks at how the storms take shape, explains how hurricanes are measured and tracked, and discusses the damage caused by hurricanes.

Presents a short study of what solar energy is, how it works, and some of the ways in which solar energy is used.

Presents an introduction to sea otters, in simple text with illustrations, including information in their physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle.

Describes the anatomy, shapes and colors, reproduction, defenses, and neighbors of sea anemones and explains how they eat.

Presents a short study of the life cycle of manatees, and describes their physical characteristics, where they live, efforts to protect their species, and more.