The streets are a physics playground! Discover how, by applying forces such as friction and the laws of motion, inertia, and torque, the urban environment can be used for sports including… More →

Whether it is a fun day at the beach, taking a canoe trip across a lake, or doing laps in a pool, water is a great venue for sports and leisure. Get an edge on your competitors with this… More →

No boat? No problem! Pier fishing is the method for landing huge fish, such as a kingfish or tarpon. Dive into this book, find a pier, and start your new hobby. More →

This modern-day pirate tale details the recent hijacking and daring rescue of the Maersk Alabama and places its gripping story in context with the evolution of piracy on the high seas. More →

This gripping title traces the causes, symptoms, and treatment of plague through the height of the Black Death in Europe and into the modern day. More →

From a stalk of corn to a pine tree, every plant is made of plant cells. What material is in these cells? How do they hold together? How do growers use their knowledge of cell growth to… More →

The plant kingdom contains more than 250,000 species. With green pigment called chlorophyll in some cells, these organisms have the unique ablility to make their own food. This colorful book… More →

A hungry polar bear is one of the most dangerous animals you will meet. A marine mammal, it hunts mostly seals on the sea ice in the Arctic. Read all about their amazing sense of smell, their More →

Police dogs are trained to do many different jobs. Some patrol, some are used to attack, and others are used to sniff out illegal substances. Find out how police dogs serve and protect… More →

Learn about the brave people who make their living protecting their fellow citizens in this essential police force careers guide. Detailed bios and descriptions of operations and incidents… More →