Books with author Michael Bright

Where did humans come from? How did we become the most powerful species on the planet? Readers of this fascinating book are encouraged to explore these and many other crucial questions about our species. Amazing visuals and 3-D images help readers comprehend the remarkable history of human evolution. Theyll gain a thorough understanding of this intriguing concept, which is a key component of the science curriculum. Fact boxes highlight interesting tidbits of information that will draw in even reluctant readers. This innovative look at human evolution will be a valuable tool in any science collection.

Most of us use water all day, every day, without thinking about it. But how does it get to our homes? From the pitter patter of raindrops to the whoosh of water from the shower, this book follows the journey from the source to the resource. Water is one of the most vital natural resources for humans, and we use it in abundance for more than just drinking water. It is used in household chores, leisure activities, and in work and industry. Readers will learn about where water comes from and the water cycle, as well as how water is stored, treated, and pumped around the country and into our homes. Real-world examples consider the environmental impact of our water use and how we can reduce consumption in our daily lives, and how many people live in places around the world that do not have a reliable water supply and rely on local methods to clean water that is in short supply.

Liam Stewart thinks he is just like any other ‘normal’ sixteen-year-old guy. He is doing his best to juggle school assignments, hormones, dodging bullies, working for his parents at their bed and breakfast, and practicing for cross country and crew. All this, while trying to catch the attention of his crush, Daniel McCarthy, star athlete and poster boy for his all-male boarding school, without neglecting his best friend, Leanne Thomas. As if that wasn’t enough to handle, there's also the appearance of a strange man claiming to be his uncle, who tries to kidnap him. Liam’s troubles don’t end there as odd energies begin to manifest in and around him. What if Liam’s family secrets are darker than he thought?

How has Earth and life on it changed? What can fossils tell us? Where can you find dinosaur footprints? ‘Geological and Fossil Evidence’ looks at how evidence of Earth’s history can be found by studying different rocks and layers of Earth. Learn how fossils are formed, why Earth’s surface is never still, and how the best-preserved dinosaur was discovered. Science fiction meets reality as strange Burgess shale creatures and giant sea monsters roam the oceans. Sniff out a large collection of dinosaur droppings and meet the first human! Life on Earth is constantly changing. It has been doing so for as long as we know and far before humans were here. Through the use of detailed case studies and scientific theories, the books in the 'Timeline: Life on Earth' series discuss how changes are studied, what the evidence reveals, and how such changes have had - and continue to have – an impact on Earth.

"What happens when you flip a light switch or press the power button on the TV? Electricity flows to the device and it turns on. Most of us use electrical gadgets all day, every day, without thinking about it. This book follows the journey from source to resource of solar power, one of the most exciting forms of renewable energy today. Young readers will learn how electricity is made and collected directly from the sun and how it reaches us to power our modern world. Other sources of energy are also examined, as well as how grids work to move electricity across land and sea, and how it is fed into our homes. Case studies also look at solar farms, solar furnaces, solar towers, and even solar transportation. With the world's nonrenewable resources such as oil running out, the advantages and disadvantages of solar power as a renewable alternative are discussed."--Provided by publisher.

How has Earth and life on it changed? Are birds and dinosaurs related? Why do looks count? ‘The Diversity of Species’ explains how and why things on Earth have genetic and physical differences. Be amazed by the giants of the Galapagos and Komodo islands, study why the beaks of Charles Darwin’s finches are important, and see what makes the chameleon’s long, sticky tongue such a useful adaptation. There is even a mite that camouflages itself as an ant’s leg, and a beetle with an exploding body! Life on Earth is constantly changing. It has been doing so for as long as we know and far before humans were here. Through the use of detailed case studies and scientific theories, the books in the 'Timeline: Life on Earth' series discuss how changes are studied, what the evidence reveals, and how such changes have had - and continue to have - an impact on Earth.