Looking at the periodic table can be a bit daunting ... how can you possibly remember what 118 different elements do? The Periodic Table takes a new approach to this important science topic by offering a fully visual guide to the elements. Featuring eye-popping photography and an enormous wealth of cool facts, this is the only book you'll need to help you learn about the basic building blocks that make up everything in our world.--

"Thor. Hercules. Gladiator. G.I. Joe. The most famous mythical warriors are based on real-life heroes from history. In this book, come face-to-face with the greatest warriors of all time. Discover the worlds of ancient Greek hoplites and Vikings, knights and Civil War soldiers, Navy SEALS and today's special forces"--

Describes how rocks are formed, the differences between rocks and minerals, and how they are used today, from table salt to aluminum cans.

A dynamic and all-encompassing account of one of the most destructive storms in US history. This Scholastic Discover More special takes you straight into the eye of Hurricane Katrina. How did Katrina form, and how was it tracked? What was the time line of events? Why was it so devastating? How did people survive? When were essential services restored? How were lives repaired and towns rebuilt? And how can we prepare for another monster storm on this...

The world's rivers and ponds are full of animals looking for food to eat and trying not to be eaten themselves. This book describes the life cycles of eleven animals, how they live and reproduce and how they link with other animals in the food chains and food webs.

Titanic tells the story of that terrible night through the eyes of Eva Hart, a seven-year-old girl who survived the sinking. Young scientists can examine the technology of the ship, and differing eyewitness accounts encourage readers to think about how history is created out of facts and opinions. Titanic narra la historia de esa terrible noche a travš de los ojos de Eva Hart, una nią de siete aǫs que sobrevivi a̤l hundimiento. Jv̤enes cientf̕icos...

An encyclopedia arranged thematically into ten core subjects, covering a comprehensive range of topics.

Who was the first, who is the fastest, and who is the best? This book celebrates humans' quest to race to the top! Split into five chapters, the book explores humans' physical abilities, geographical discoveries, engineering achievements, and scientific and technological breakthroughs. Find out who is the fastest human being on Earth, discover the story behind the race to the source of Nile, and marvel at how human beings have conquered the skies,...