Describes the nature of the sun, its origin, source of energy, layers, atmosphere, sunspots, and activity.

Identifies the moon as our only natural satellite, describes its movement and phases, and discusses how we have observed and explored it over the years.

The South Pole is cold, but there's more to it than that! This book presents the cartography and earth science of this polar region to young readers in an engaging yet informative way. Several spreads are dedicated to the fascinating history of the brave explorers of this icy landscape, a part of history that is sure to impress all elementary readers! The colorful, easily understood maps and vivid photographs of the South Pole will expand reader's...

This simple guide to the sun and stars covers the fundamentals of astronomy, detailing how the heavenly bodies affect one another and how they ultimately affect us.

Describes many different kinds of eggs and how they support the lives growing inside of them.

"A goat narrates this photo-illustrated book describing the body parts and behavior of goats on a farm. Includes photo glossary and photo quiz about foods that come from goats"--Provided by publisher.

"A Place Called America takes the long view of the land's history from its earliest formation and inhabitants up through today. Meet those indigenous to the deserts, prairies, forests, and shores of the land called Turtle Island and their relatives who contributed to World War II and whose ideas founded the basis of the Constitution. Meet immigrant communities, who came to the land from all around the world-at different times and against all odds,...

"An introduction to the two biggest planets in our solar system, Jupiter and Saturn, including what they are made of, their features such as rings and moons, and space probes that have visited the planets"--Provided by publisher.

A photo essay that examines the design, construction, and uses of hand weapons and armor from a Stone Age axe to the revolvers and rifles of the Wild West.