Books in Full-Color First Books series

Provides scientific explanations for the formation of crystals, tips for growing them, and instructions for experiments.

Introduces the concept of nonviolent resolution of conflicts. Includes practical tips, hands-on activities, and appropriate role models for guidance and inspiration.

A portrait of a man who, although born a slave, became one of America's premier botanists and scientists, examines Carver's accomplishments, and the impact of his studies on the economy of the rural South

Examines Eli Whitney's achievements as the inventor of the cotton gin and as the creator of the idea of standardized machine parts, a concept that helped lay the groundwork for the system of mass production

Discusses Benjamin Franklin's experiments and inventions involving electricity and examines his improvements to everyday ojects of his time

Describes the selection and training of astronauts.

Discusses the environmental conditions of rain forests, the plants and animals that live in these forests, and the dangers of deforestation

Discusses the history and organization of the Olympics, describing the individual sporting events of the summer Olympics

Demonstrates how many forms existing in art are taken from natural phenomena and suggests art projects using simple motifs from nature

A history of the space shuttle's development, with information on its functions and on the flights of individual spacecraft

Introduces the lifestyle and culture of the Shoshoni Indians of the Great Basin

Describes those rendezvous in space during which repairs were made to satellites and spacecraft