Who launched the first hot-air ballon? What is a monoplane? Why are aeroplane tyres filled with nitrogen gas? Take a book inside and fine out the answer to these questions and many more. Chocks away!
Climb aboard some of the most extraordinary ships to sail the seven seas in this question- and-answer book
From the Publisher More than 650 of the world's greatest military aircraft, with fill specifications, development history, and service details. Contains over 700 photographs and full-color artworks. Featured aircraft include: Avro Lancaster Boeing B-52 Curtiss P-40 Kittyhawk De Havilland Mosquito Douglas SBD Dauntless English Electric Lightning Focke-Wulf FW 190 Gloster Meteor Junkers JU-87 Stu…
Summary:Anwers many question about the earth, such as, can I dig all the way to China, or, what is an island?
Provides instructions for a variety of experiments which demonstrate the properties of light
Describes the harsh conditions in the oceans around the North and South Poles and the variety of creatures that live in them
Examines some of the more unusual or dangerous creatures that inhabit the ocean, including the blue whale, giant squid, jellyfish, viperfish, and the whale shark
Offers science projects and experiments illustrating the properties of electricity and magnetism, covering batteries, currents, static electricity, compasses, electromagnets, and more
Describes extinct or endangered animals of the mountains, deserts, and grasslands including the Tasmanian wolf, giant panda, and snow leopard
This series is a practical exploration of local and global geography and has interactive projects with things to build, record and observe. It is aimed at children between the ages of eight and 12.