Explore the wonders of the night sky with Velma and the Scooby-Doo gang as they delve into the science behind meteors, meteor showers, and comets. This engaging journey teaches readers how to spot meteor showers and find meteorites, while unraveling the fascinating components that make up comets. Perfect for young science enthusiasts, it combines adventure with educational insights into astronomy.
Explore the wonders of the Milky Way galaxy, which contains an astonishing 100 to 400 billion stars. Join Velma and the Scooby-Doo gang as they delve into the formation of galaxies, the intriguing mysteries surrounding black holes, and the unique characteristics that differentiate various galaxies. This adventure blends scientific insights with engaging storytelling, making complex astronomical concepts accessible and entertaining for readers.
After a summer of nine typhoons in 1931, the dams on the Yangtze River in China broke, completely flooding nearby towns and farms. Twelve-year-old Ting wakes up to a house full of water and her parents nowhere to be found. It's up to her to lead her younger brother and others to safety, battling high waters and greedy characters along the way. Will the children survive to be reunited with their parents? Part of the Girls Survive Graphic Novels series, Ting and the Deadly Waters brings a defining historical event to life.
Think you know a lot about space and the universe? Prepare to learn even more about amazing galaxies, stars, planets and space exploration. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this totally terrific book of space trivia. Dynamic design pairs with engaging photos and carefully levelled text to make the facts easy to read but hard to forget, making these books perfect for both on-level and struggling readers.
A giant storm is raging on the planet Jupiter. Scientists have tracked it for about 150 years, but much about the storm remains a mystery. Science expert Velma and the rest of the Mystery Inc. gang are ready to investigate! Learn how the inner planets are different from the outer planets, how fast the wind blows on Neptune, what the newest rovers are studying on Mars and more!
"Think you know a lot about Earth's natural wonders? Prepare to know even more about the world's biggest deserts, tallest mountains and deepest canyons. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this totally terrific book of trivia about natural wonders."--
Today most people travel in vehicles powered by fossil fuels. But what will transport look like 30 years from now? Will people ride in cars that drive themselves? Will the flying cars from sci-fi films become a reality? How will advancements in transport help reduce climate change? In this non-fiction graphic novel, readers can take a trip with Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists to discover new types of vehicles people may use to travel from place to place in the future.
There's much more to stars than meets the eye! Our Sun is a star, and it's medium-sized. Super giant stars can be 1,500 times the size of our Sun! Come along with science expert Velma and other members of the Mystery Inc. gang, and learn what constellations you can spot, how stars form, and how stars can die in huge explosions. Under Velma's magnifying glass, you'll get a close-up look at stars like never before!
Three friends cheat on a math test and get away with it -- until a strange substitute teacher starts asking questions.
Three friends cheat on a math test and get away with it -- until a strange substitute teacher starts asking questions.
People have long been curious about the solar system. Since the 1960s, several probes, orbiters, landers, and rovers have been sent out to explore and study the planets and their moons. What incredible discoveries were made during these daring missions? And what will be needed for humans to visit the planets in person? In this nonfiction graphic novel, Max Axiom and the Society of Super Scientists learn about various missions to other planets and the risks involved with sending people across the solar system and beyond.
In this Chinese folktale, a woman spends years weaving, day and night, until one day she reveals a magical cloth. But, moments later, the cloth mysteriously disappears! Now her three young sons must set off on a long, mystical journey to find it.
It is January 12, 1888, and you are caught by surprise by a powerful blizzard that sweeps across the Midwest. Dangerously cold temperatures, high winds, and deep snow make travel nearly impossible. Will you be able to find your way home through the storm after leaving school? Can you find your father after he becomes lost in the blinding snow? Will you be able to help your students find shelter after the storm ruins your schoolhouse? With dozens of possible choices, it's up to YOU to find a way to survive one of history's worst blizzards.
In this Chinese folktale, an old woman spends years weaving, day and night, until one day she reveals a magical cloth. But, moments later, the cloth mysteriously disappears! Now her three young sons must set out on a long, mystical journey to find it. With clever text and easy-to-follow panels, Discover Global Folktales are perfect for graphic novel fans new and old.
The date is April 18, 1906. The city of San Francisco has just been rocked and shaken by a huge earthquake. Even worse, the quake causes huge fires to break out across the city. Can you escape your damaged home before it collapses? Will you join the firefighters as they try to save the city from the devastating fires? Will you be accused of looting after helping a boy escape from some rubble? With dozens of possible choices, it's up to YOU to survive one of the worst earthquakes ever recorded.
It's been six months since Fortuna colony was established on a moon in a distant solar system. The aliens who invited the colonists here have never shown themselves, but they've provided everything the human settlers need to thrive. However, after several people vanish without a trace, the colony leaders decide it's time to leave. But before they do, the aliens provide a final delicious meal for their human guests. What is the real reason the aliens invited the colonists to their world? All will be revealed at the final feast!
A group of six young miners are exploring Asteroid AX245 to find the mineral ixonium. It is the most valuable substance in the galaxy and is used to power interstellar travel. The group splits into three teams to explore some tunnels in the asteroid's surface. But just before one team begins digging into the rock, they receive an urgent message. The other team reports seeing a black, gooey substance oozing out of the rock. Their report is cut off by their loud screams... and then total silence. What happened to Team Gamma? And what is the black goo that seems to have a will of its own? Can the rest of the young miners discover the truth about Asteroid AX245 before it's too late?
From the written word to the cell phone, human communication has come a long way. What might the future hold? Readers can discover how virtual reality, holograms, and a fully connected internet of things may affect how they communicate in the near and distant future.
The Orion spacecraft represents a groundbreaking advancement in space travel, with its sights set on a mission to Mars. The narrative delves into the formidable challenges faced by scientists, engineers, and astronauts as they strive to turn this ambitious dream into reality, highlighting the innovative technologies and teamwork required for such a monumental journey.
Probes can explore the depths of space in ways that would kill human beings. The information they provide can spur countless innovations here on Earth. Learn how probes work and the exciting possibilities that their discoveries may inspire.
When Enzo Ma travels to Saturn's moon Titan to visit his friend, Jed Cresta, things are about to get complicated. Jed's teacher and mentor, Dr Penelope Lane seems short-tempered and behaves strangely. Later that night, Dr Lane's behaviour grows even more bizarre at a party honouring one of her fellow scientists. The next morning when she doesn't show up at the lab, Enzo and Jed decide to go to her quarters to see if she's okay. But when they arrive they discover Dr Lane's dead body - sitting on her couch with a book lying at her feet. Later the authorities find evidence that seems to show that Jed is responsible for her death. But why would Jed want his mentor dead? And why was Dr Lane behaving so strangely the night before? It's up to Enzo to uncover the truth and save his friend during his visit on the Poison Moon!
When 12-year-old Adam and his Mum buy an old wardrobe at a local furniture shop, an old woman begins to yell at them. She claims that the wardrobe belongs to her, and that they have no right to have it. The shop owner shoos away the old woman and apologizes, explaining that "The Witch" has been causing problems and shouting curses at people in the neighbourhood for years. Everything seems fine until later that day. When the movers are delivering the wardrobe to Adam's apartment, its door suddenly swings open and The Witch falls out of it - dead! How did the old woman mysteriously end up inside the wardrobe? And more importantly, how did she die? Will Adam be able to follow the clues and solve the mysterious case of The Winter, the Witch and the Wardrobe?