Introduces tsunamis, describing how they are formed, what causes them, where they happen, and the type of damage they can do, along with examples of some well-known tsunamis of the past.

Who first discovered static and why was this important? What is an LED? This fascinating book looks at the historical controversies that surround the discovery and theories of electricity and tells the stories of the scientists who worked on them. It also examines how the different theories based on electricity were arrived at, how they were tested, and what impact these theories and discoveries have had on our understanding of science today.

"Explores the variety of patterns, shapes, colors, and textures found in nature and encourages kids to use nature as inspiration for their own projects. Includes project ideas."--Provided by the publisher.

This book explores light and sound, describing how they move and which moves faster.

Describes the causes of hurricanes, how people are affected by them, what emergency and aid organizations do to help in a disaster, and the ways in which people can plan against damage in a hurricane.

Simple text and photographs describe the habits and life cycles of cobras in Asia.

The rainforest habitat is incredibly diverse so diverse that scientists are discovering new species of plants and animals all the time! In this book, readers journey deep into the rainforest with many kinds of scientists and learn about what they study, their methods, and recent discoveries. Full-color photographs show researchers and their tools and technology up close, from sun-protective gear to infrared cameras. The main content also touches on...