Introduces the concept of animal extinction, examines the lives and habitats of Asian elephants, discusses their status in the early twenty-first century, and looks at what is being done to save the species. Includes resources for more information.
Explains how landslides form and what kinds of damage they can do, presenting four case studies from around the world. Also includes a glossary and further reading list.
Explains what earthquakes are, what causes them, and where they occur; discusses what happens during an earthquake and who helps afterwards; and considers whether earthquakes can be predicted or prevented. Includes case studies.
Teaches children about floods, discussing what causes them, how they affect the world, who helps people affected by floods, and how to prepare for a flood.
Explains what hurricanes are, what causes them, and where they occur; discusses what happens during an hurricane and who helps afterwards; and considers whether hurricanes can be predicted. Includes case studies.
Describes the causes and effects of forest and bush fires, case studies of past fires, how they are fought, and how they can be predicted or prevented in the future.
Describes the chemistry of mixtures and solutions, describing how they are measured, separated, dissolved, and made; and discussing common solutions and the properties of air. Includes a glossary and a list of resources.
Provides an introduction to elements; describing the periodic table, how they are grouped, metals, nonmetals, and compounds. Includes a glossary and a list of resources.
