Seymour Simon

Takes readers on an interplanetary tour from the sun to the ever-mysterious Mars, and then, thanks to the Voyager missions, to the planets beyond.

Discusses the science of water, including its chemical makeup, its importance to life, its role in climate, and how the cycle works.

Provides an introduction to the causes and effects of global warming and climate change.

"Learn how to identify and classify various kinds of stones, such as granite, sandstone, basalt, quartz, and crystal"--Amazon.com.

"Award-winning science writer Seymour Simon gives readers an in-depth look at how icebergs and glaciers have shaped our rivers, mountains, and earth, as well as the effect climate change is having on them and our planet. With fascinating facts and breathtaking full-color photographs, readers will learn all about how these huge masses of ice are formed, how they move, and why they are essential to our planet." --Ingram.

Introduces exoplanets, examining the planets outside of our solar system, discussing what makes them habitable, and exploring the efforts to discover new life.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, natural environment, and behavior in captivity of the killer whale.

Introduces young children to computer languages and explains programs and how to write them.

"Everyone is affected by climate change. Reading Climate Action: What Happened and What We Can Do is the perfect introduction not only to the dramatic effects of climate change, but to the solutions. Learn how our behavior and actions have led us to this point, hear from kids around the world dealing with extreme storms, wildfires, and sea level rise, and discover what scientists, youth activists, and ordinary citizens are doing to protect their communities."--Provided...

Provides a guide to the workings of the digestive system through a review of the organs, the digestive process, and detailed photos of the surface of the stomach.