"What keeps you standing tall? Your bones! But they do more than just stop you from flopping on the floor. Your bones make up the frame of your body and support you. They protect your other organs and team up with muscles and joints to help you move. And while they're doing all this, they are living and growing, too! Explore what's inside you with fun text, bright pictures, and lively illustrations"--

"When you open a book, you can see the pictures, read the words, and even turn the pages all thanks to one special part of you. What do you think it is? It's your brain! Your busy brain keeps the rest of your body going. It helps you move, talk, and think. It's even at work when you don't even notice. Explore what's inside you with fun text, bright pictures, and lively illustrations"--

"What is that thing pumping in your chest to help you run, dance, play, and live your life? Thump-thump, thump-thump. It's your heart! With every beat, your heart pumps blood through your body to help you keep going. It sends out oxygen and takes out the trash. And that's just the beginning! Explore what's inside you with fun text, bright pictures, and lively illustrations"--

"From the early human-powered submarines of the American Civil War to the U-boats of both world wars and the modern nuclear-powered missile platforms of the Cold War, twelve dioramic scenes reveal how submarines have become one of the most dangerous weapons of war."--

"Let Mechanic Mike show you his favorite spacecraft. From the space telescope to the Mars rover, discover the inventiveness of some of the world's more amazing space machines."--Page 4 of cover.

Describes ten contemporary military airplanes, from the Mirage F1 to the F35 Lightning II, including American, European, and Soviet aircraft, and discusses their technological innovations, military use, and inner structure.

This book introduces readers to the underwater world of submarines, showing them how these amazing watercraft have used stealthy secret attacks throughout history to revolutionize ocean warfare. Vibrant images and detailed diagrams of submarines from the U.S., Britain, Russia, and Germany are featured, from U-boats of the early 20th century to todays fastest and most powerful nuclear submarines. Readers will see firsthand how developments in technology...

"Gives young readers an introduction to the importance and function of the brain"--Provided by publisher.

"Gives young readers an introduction to the importance and function of the lungs in the body"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduction to the technology of planes featuring low-level text and large scale cutaway illustrations"--