Jackson, Tom

". . . readers are likely curious about cloning and the scientific future of human evolution . . . access the latest information about genetic engineering, stem cells, heredity, and the idea that humans may be able to manipulate the process of reproduction to create the offspring they desire . . . covers hot button issues like eugenics and the genetic modification of plants and animals used for food"--Amazon.com.

Introduces some of the major ideas in cosmology, bringing quarks, preons, hypothetical subparticles, pulsars, galaxies, the Big Bang theory, dark energy, and gravitational waves into detailed focus through accessible language and vivid full-color art work.

This text defines reality, perception, probability, consciousness, and many other complex concepts in easy-to-understand language that's complimented by vivid full-color artwork.

Readers will enjoy indulging in alien theories all the while learning science and history.

An exploration of the Universe that discusses planets, stars, galaxies, nebulas, quasars, and more.

Introduces facts about insects, including the life cycle of butterflies, how crickets communicate, and how ants work together in a community.

Provides fascinating facts about some of the planet's most destructive natural forces.

Ms. Frizzle's class takes a field trip on the magic school bus and learns about all the incredible extinct creatures from millions and millions of years ago.