Baxter, Roberta

"In science fiction, deflector shields protect ships, bases, and even planets from enemy attack. How could a protective space that absorbs energy from weapons be created? Scientists have some ideas, which include using lasers. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life deflector shield!"--Provided by publisher.

"In science fiction, energy blades are weapons or tools that look like glowing swords. How could one of these powerful devices work? Scientists have some ideas, which include using plasma. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life energy blade!"--Provided by publisher.

"Explores different careers in the military, including the training and educational requirements as well as the future outlook for each career"--Provided by publisher.

Explains the history of the Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments of the U.S. Constitution.

Provides information about the continent of Europe, including its people, countries and cities, landforms, climate, natural resources, and economy.

Explains the history of the Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments of the U.S. Constitution.

"Introduces readers to some of the most influential women in the music industry, including Beyonce, Lady Gaga, and Taylor Swift"--Provided by publisher.

Text and color illustrations explore the role sedimentary rocks play in the formation of the earth's surface.

Text and color illustrations explore various minerals and how they are formed beneath the Earth's surface.

"Europe is a marvelous continent, made up of about fifty countries. But did you know that the smallest country in the world--Vatican City--is in Europe? Or that Europe is the only continent with no large deserts? Read this book to learn more about the diverse continent of Europe, from its people and countries to its landforms, economy, and more"--Provided by the publisher.