Presents information about how scientists use the scientific method to plan and test their ideas, and gives examples of prominent scientists and how they used this method to make important discoveries.--

A pictorial introduction to the animals that lay eggs, including chickens as well as other birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, insects, and even a few mammals.

Explains why the season of winter happens and how it manifests itself in the weather and changes in plants and animals.

Explains why the season of autumn happens and how it manifests itself in the weather and changes in plants and animals.

Discusses the nature and formation of fossils, the different types, and how and where to find them.

Describes different kinds of waste, including leaf litter, food waste, and liquid waste, and how they can be disposed of.

Explains the purpose and parts of flowers, how they make seeds, and how their color, freshness, and scent give pleasure to both people and animals.

Forest fires occur all over the world. Some are small, while others span across states and countries. This book explores the science behind forest fires: how they start, the damage they do, and ways to plan and prepare for the natural disaster. Through maps, photographs, and fast facts, readers will understand the workings of forest fires and their impact on the environment. They will likewise learn about ways fires are measured, where they happen,...

Describes the wide variety of patterns found throughout the plant and animal world including the petals of flowers, stripes of zebras, and scales of cones.