Carson, Mary Kay

Provides an overview of the universe.

Collects questions and answers about Susan B. Anthony and the American women's suffrage movement.

Provides answers to many questions about the Underground Railroad.

"In the 1990s, scientists lived inside Biosphere 2 (Biosphere 1 is the Earth itself) for two years, trying to figure out if colonizing Mars would ever be possible. Now scientists don't live there but instead conduct all sorts of studies and experiments aimed to help us better understand our environment and especially understand what sort of things are happening to it due to climate change and other man-made problems. It's a unique take on the 'Scientists in the Field' mission statement - in this case, the field/lab is a replica that allows the scientists to conduct large scale experiments that would otherwise be impossible."--Provided by publisher.

Answers questions about planet Earth, including how big it is, why the sky is blue, and what makes up the Earth's core.

"Is each snowflake unique? What comes first: thunder or lightning? What causes the seasons? Whatever the weather question a child has--from sunshine to storms or snow--the answers are right here!"--Provided by publisher.

"In a simple, accessible question-and-answer format, this Good Question! book asks the questions and gives the answers about bugs and insects that young readers really want to know: what the difference is between bugs and insects, how they grow and live, how many bugs and insects there are, and so on. Filled with full-color illustrations showing what's being discussed. Includes list of recommended readings and websites to visit at the back."--Provided by publisher.

Simple text and photographs introduce dangerous animals, such as scorpions, pythons, great white sharks, box jellyfish, and more.

Examines the rich history of space exploration where telescopes, satellites, probes, landers, and human missions lead to amazing discoveries.

Answers questions about the solar system, including which planet in the solar system is the biggest, are there volcanoes on Mars, and more.