Let’s Visit the Desert (Lightning Bolt Books ® _ Biome Explorers)

The desert biome can be found all around the world. Land in this biome is dry and often hot. How do animals in deserts find water? And what kinds

Weather Robots (Lightning Bolt Books ® _ Robots Everywhere!)

Robots help us understand our weather and climate. Some fly into storms to measure wind. Others dive into the ocean to learn about weather patterns. And some drive across

Helper Robots (Lightning Bolt Books ® _ Robots Everywhere!)

Robots help people in many situations. Some robots rescue people trapped by tornadoes or earthquakes. Others explore volcanoes and the seafloor. And some help scientists protect our environment. How

Many Ways to Move: A Look at Motion (Lightning Bolt Books ® _ Exploring Physical Science)

An airplane soars through the sky. A wind gust blows through the leaves. Objects are in motion all around you. But what makes objects move? And what are some

Loud or Soft? High or Low?: A Look at Sound (Lightning Bolt Books ® _ Exploring Physical Science)

Fireworks crackle and boom in the sky. Your friend laughs at a joke. Sounds are all around you. But what exactly is sound? And how does sound reach your

Why Do Moving Objects Slow Down?: A Look at Friction (Lightning Bolt Books ® _ Exploring Physical Science)

A baseball player slides on the ground to tag a base. A toy car’s wheels rub against the floor and slow the toy car down. Friction is at work

How Do Computers Talk to One Another? (Lightning Bolt Books ® _ Our Digital World)

The Internet connects computers across the world. You may have used it to surf the web or e-mail your friends. But how does it work? How can it send

How Do Tanks Work? (Lightning Bolt Books ® _ How Vehicles Work)

Tanks are tough and powerful. They can travel across all types of land. But how do these heavy vehicles keep their tracks moving? And how many people does it

What Is Taste? (Lightning Bolt Books ® _ Your Amazing Senses)

Salty popcorn. Sweet watermelon. Your tongue lets you taste these things and more. But how does your sense of taste work? And how does it help you? Read this