Kay Barnham

Could a robot make my dinner? Why do we need rockets to go into space? Why don't cranes fall over? This book takes a fun look at technology by asking and answering a series of quirky yet thought-provoking questions such as these! Although primarily a recreational read, the book nevertheless contains a wealth of fascinating information and bizarre facts about technology that readers will be sure to find captivating.

Machines developed for use on land change the way the world works. When tanks were first built, they changed the course of a war. Cars changed how people move--and now electric cars are doing it again! Mag-Lev trains are amazing feats of engineering that move faster than anyone 100 years ago would have thought possible! Readers of this compelling volume explore the science and engineering behind many kinds of machines that go on land, including full-color...

The deep ocean is one of the last unexplored places on Earth. But, in order to get to it, some pretty high-tech machines are needed! This STEM set brings together science and engineering in a fun way: through amazing vehicles, including hovercraft and sea planes. Sections on each sea-going machine include clear diagrams, comprehensive explanations about how they work, and full-color photographs about some the coolest examples out there today. Information...

"How does weather work and how does it affect people's lives? Find out about the weather, from clouds and fog to snow, sleet, and hail."--

Could I sit on a cloud? Could anyone live on the moon? Can I make my own rainbow? This book takes a fun look at science by asking and answering a series of quirky yet thought-provoking questions such as these! Although primarily a recreational read, the book nevertheless contains a wealth of fascinating information and bizarre facts about science that readers will be sure to find captivating.

"Follow the life cycle of a plant, from a tiny seed to a shoot growing taller and stronger until it is ready to make seeds of its own."--Page [4] of cover.

Anna is there to help her friends and her little brother with their worries, showing them how to talk it out, ask for support, and face new challenges. When she faces a visit to the dentist, though, Anna feels what it's like to be worried herself. Will she take her own advice and help herself not worry?

Danny is a big help when his friends and his little sister feel scared for all kinds of reasons, from a loud thunderstorm to meeting a new dog to giving a talk in front of the class. Then, in his dark bedroom one spooky evening, it's his turn to feel afraid. Will he know how to be brave and face his own fear?