Akron Public Library

Nature explorers
Eyewitness explorers
Science experiments

Series

Description

Discusses such elements of weather as clouds, wet air, frost, ice, wind, and air pressure. Includes some projects.

2) Oil

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Series

Eyewitness books

Description

Describes the history of the oil industry, the ways in which oil is refined and processed, the uses of oil and oil products, the influence that the need for oil has on the world's current political situation, and the impact of oil byproducts on the environment.

3) Megafast trucks

Author

Series

Megafast

Pub. Date

[2016]

Description

"Each spread of this high-energy book profiles a different monster truck and delves into records it has broken, races it has won, and other amazing feats related to its speed"--

4) What do we know about stars and galaxies?

Author

Freestyle express
Earth Space and Beyond
Raintree freestyle

Series

Pub. Date

c2011

Description

An introduction to the vast universe, explaining what stars are and how they are born, discussing galaxies, dark matter, and black holes, and looking at the levels of stars and galaxies that exist across the universe.

5) Megafast motorcycles

Author

Series

Megafast

Pub. Date

[2016]

Description

Motorcycles are made for speed but some get there louder and faster than others! You'll need your toughest gear to ride the turbo-charged MTT Turbine Superbike Y2K perhaps the most powerful (and expensive) road bike ever. Blow past speeds of 200 mph (320 km/h) with the Kawasaki Ninja of the Night. Ride the world's fastest production motorcycle, the Suzuki Hayabusa, and hit 188 to 194 mph (303 to 312 km/h). Hang on tight as detailed illustrations take...

6) The universe

Author

Series

Awesome space

Pub. Date

2001

Description

Provides information about the universe discussing such topics as the Milky Way, galaxies, black holes, and superclusters.

7) Megafast planes

Author

Series

Megafast

Pub. Date

[2016]

Description

Are you ready to take off with the world's fastest supersonic aircraft? Strap yourself in for a trip in the MiG-25 Foxbat interceptor and clock up to 2,100 mph (3,380 kmh/h)! Soar in the NAA X-15 rocket plane, which set a record of 4,520 mph (7,274 km/h) in 1967! Hop into the world's fastest jet, the NASA Hyper X-43 scramjet, but hang on it has the potential to go 7,000 mph (11,265 km/h)! Detailed illustrations put you in the cockpits of these mighty,...

8) Periodic table

Author

Series

Animated science

Pub. Date

2021.

Description

"The elements of the periodic table come alive in the first book in a stellar nonfiction comic series illustrated by Shiho Pate!"-- "The elements of the periodic table come alive in the first book in a stellar nonfiction comic series illustrated by Shiho Pate!From oxygen to hydrogen, carbon to plutonium,Animated Science: Periodic Tablemakes chemistry come alive! In this book you'll meet the building blocks of you, the world, and the universe and...

9) How to live like a Caribbean pirate

Author

Series

How to live like

Pub. Date

[2017]

Description

It's 1718 and Jamie Flynn has been snatched from the docks to join Blackbeard's crew of the fearsome pirates. Join him on board, but make sure you have strong sea legs and nerves to live like a Caribbean pirate!

10) Extreme volcanoes

Author

Series

When nature attacks

Pub. Date

2017

Description

"Learn more about the destructive force of volcanoes through powerful images and stories. Clear text emphasizes scientific efforts to better understand how to prepare for volcanic eruptions, while appropriately high-impact visuals keep readers engaged"--Provided by publisher.

11) How to live like a samurai warrior

Author

Series

How to live like

Pub. Date

[2016]

Description

At the age of five, Takeshi enters a samurai's castle to train as a noble fighter. Join him in action by taking on the samurai's "way of the warrior" lifestyle-but remember that honor can be more important than life.

12) How to live like an Aztec priest

Author

Series

How to live like

Pub. Date

[2016]

Description

It's the height of the Aztec Empire, and Ten Vulture is learning to become a priest-and a deadly warrior. Follow Ten Vulture on his adventures, but be warned: you'll need a courageous heart and a strong stomach!

13) Amazing land animals

Author

Series

Animal Bests

Pub. Date

[2017]

Description

"How do chimpanzees know how to use tools? What makes a dog so loyal? Get to know more about these land-based animals and learn about their unique survival skills."--

14) What's in your guts?: questions about digestion, food, farts and more

Author

Series

Pub. Date

2022.

Description

"Your body can do all sorts of amazing things, but it needs food to function. Have you ever wondered what happens to the food we eat? Get to know your mouth, stomach, liver, and much more, in this fantastic introduction to the human body"--Publisher's description.

15) How do your muscles move?: questions about bones, skin, hair and more

Author

Series

Pub. Date

2022.

Description

"Your body can do all sorts of amazing things. Have you ever wondered how you can move, or what holds everying in your body together? Get to know your muscles, bones, skin and much more in this fantastic introduction to the human body"--Publisher's description.

16) How does your brain work?: questions about the nervous system, senses, sleep and more

Author

Series

Pub. Date

2022.

Description

"Your body can do all sorts of amazing things, and your brain is in control of it all! Get to know your brain, nerves, senses, and much more, in this fantastic introduction to the human body"--Publisher's description.

17) How to live like an Egyptian mummy maker

Author

Series

How to Live Like

Pub. Date

[2016]

Description

Farndon, John/ Rowe, Alan (ILT)

Unlock the secrets and rituals of how to prepare for the afterlife in Ancient Egypt more than three thousand years ago. But make sure to keep safe by using spells from the Book of the Dead!

18) What Keeps Your Body Working?: Questions About Circulation, Blood, Germs, and More

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Series

Pub. Date

2023

Description