Revealing what creates those unexpected snow days and the rain at recess, this activity guide goes beyond mere forecasting and reporting to thoroughly address children's curiosities about the world's weather. The process of how wind, sun, and water combine to form certain conditions is explored, and the reasons why weather reaches extreme levels--and what this means for each climate--are also explained in detail. Featuring 25 hands-on projects, this...

An exploration of clouds, discussing how they develop, the different forms they can take, and how extreme examples of clouds have influenced human history. "An exploration of clouds, including how these masses of water vapor develop, the different forms they can take, and how extreme examples of clouds have impacted human history"--Provided by publisher.

Investigates the physical features of the North and South Poles, arctic and antarctic life, weather and light conditions, and conservation efforts.

Discusses our exploration of outer space and what we have found there, including the planets, constellations, stars, antimatter, and the possibility of extraterrestrial beings.