This text takes a look at the history of technology behind and the future of space exploration. It provides fact-based information about: spacecraft and probes; astronaut training; space stations; and space disasters.
Two new color-illustrated volumes in this series for older children examine evidence surrounding many of the world's most mysterious events. The books guide their readers through mysteries by presenting events in a format that is both accessible and sensible. Events described might seem to be out of the supernatural, but many have entirely natural explanations -- while a few others have turned out to be elaborate hoaxes. Yet many more remain surrounded by mysteries that even the world's scientists haven't yet solved. Young readers get the opportunity to put facts in perspective with sidebar features, What Science Says information boxes, and What Do You Think? question boxes. Readers are encouraged to review the information objectively and draw their own conclusions.How will people travel in the future, and how fast will their vehicles go? Will medical advances eliminate today's killer diseases? What will future computers look like, and what new tasks will they perform for us? These are a few of the questions explored in this fascinating volume.
Two new color-illustrated volumes in this series for older children examine evidence surrounding many of the world's most mysterious events. The books guide their readers through mysteries by presenting events in a format that is both accessible and sensible. Events described might seem to be out of the supernatural, but many have entirely natural explanations -- while a few others have turned out to be elaborate hoaxes. Yet many more remain surrounded by mysteries that even the world's scientists haven't yet solved. Young readers get the opportunity to put facts in perspective with sidebar features, What Science Says information boxes, and What Do You Think? question boxes. Readers are encouraged to review the information objectively and draw their own conclusions.How will people travel in the future, and how fast will their vehicles go? Will medical advances eliminate today's killer diseases? What will future computers look like, and what new tasks will they perform for us? These are a few of the questions explored in this fascinating volume.
Briony Newman lives two very separate lives. Her friends at school think of her as the bright fitness freak with a body to die for. But they know nothing of her life at home, where her stepfather is increasingly violent towards her mother, and Briony is scared that one day he will go too far.
By examining the mysteries, theories and scientific research, readers are encouraged to make up their own minds about paranormal phenomenon. This book intends to promote discussion on topics such as the spirit world and telepathy and is ordered into five sections to allow easy access for reluctant readers. It is one of a series that explores some of the world's most mysteries, looking at the clues, theories and possible explanations behind the unexplained.
Older children will be fascinated by these color-illustrated examinations of mysterious events. Books guide young readers through mysteries in an accessible and sensible format. The events might be mysterious, but many could have natural explanations -- while still others might be elaborate hoaxes. Or perhaps unexplained and mysterious forces really are at the bottom of some mysteries "What Science Says" information boxes and "What Do You Think?" question boxes let readers examine the evidence in each case, then draw their own conclusions. Is the human race the only intelligent life form in the universe? Have aliens ever visited our planet? Do scientists believe in UFOs? These and other mysteries are examined.
Examining the evidence through eyewitness accounts, current theories and scientific research, this book on the supernatural is one of a series that explores some of the world's most fascinating mysteries, looking at the clues, theories and the possible explanations behind the unexplained. Readers are asked to question: if ghosts exist or are they a product of our imagination; have some people really experienced past lives; why are clairvoyants sometimes asked to solve crimes; and is telepathy a sixth sense we all have?
Provides information to solve paranormal puzzles where you examine the evidence based on real case histories, think about the theories, and read what the scientists say and then make up your own mind.
Two new color-illustrated volumes in this series for older children examine evidence surrounding many of the world's most mysterious events. The books guide their readers through mysteries by presenting events in a format that is both accessible and sensible. Events described might seem to be out of the supernatural, but many have entirely natural explanations -- while a few others have turned out to be elaborate hoaxes. Yet many more remain surrounded by mysteries that even the world's scientists haven't yet solved. Young readers get the opportunity to put facts in perspective with sidebar features, What Science Says information boxes, and What Do You Think? question boxes. Readers are encouraged to review the information objectively and draw their own conclusions.How will people travel in the future, and how fast will their vehicles go? Will medical advances eliminate today's killer diseases? What will future computers look like, and what new tasks will they perform for us? These are a few of the questions explored in this fascinating volume.
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