Follett beginning science books

An exciting new series of information and activity books for young readers. Packed with projects and lively stories A special pocket-sized book for the young investigator to carry in the field A practical guide to observing and understanding the world around us Weather Learn how clouds are formed and why they can bring rain, hail, or snow Find out how to measure rainfall Discover why the sky is blue and why the wind blows Other titles in the series: Birds - Flowers - Insects

"A summary of the life cycle, diet, behavior, anatomy, and conservation status of deer"--Provided by publisher.

If you always thought that it was Giovanni Schiaparelli who first coined the phrase “Canali” pertaining to the straight lines he appeared to observe on Mars you’d be wrong. In 1858 an astronomer working at the Vatican observatory named father Pietro Angelo Secchi took it upon himself to create his own drawings of Mars. The red planet was now nearing a close approach to earth and the powerful Vatican telescope was capable of resolving detail previously invisible to most astronomers. Secchi thought he saw a series of straight lines on the Martian surface so he made an innocuous notation in his notes. His sketches and articles were published in 1859 in which he referred several times to “Canale Atlantico” or“Canale Ceruleo”. His regrettable choice of words would not have an impact for another eight years. In this highly readable and informative second book in our Pocket Space Guide© series, we tell not only about people and places that have influenced mankind’s relationship with the enigmatic red planet, but we also show you the color drawings that Secchi made, which were provided to us directly by the Vatican itself. Along with many other interesting stories, drawings and photographs this book will be a prize for both the novice or ardent student of Mars. Don’t let its small size deceive you, this book is packed with amazing stories and is a must have for anybody with the slightest interest in our our next door neighbour in space.

An introduction to the science of space travel, explaining such aspects as altitude, atmospheric pressure, and gravity, and describing what a trip to the moon and back would be like.

Describes how to grow plants from flower, fruit, and vegetable seeds but stresses the ease of growing indoor plants from potatoes, carrots, beans, and pineapples.

"Identify specific squirrel species. Explore their behavior, life cycle, mating habits, geographical location, anatomy, enemies, and defenses"--Provided by publisher.