Examines the equipment, rules, and background of many different team, target, and court sports, including soccer, rugby, Gaelic football, softball, cricket, ice hockey, table tennis, archery, and pool.

"Descubre el mundo de aztecas, incas y mayas: sus creencias, ceremonias y florecientes civilizaciones"--Cover. Chronicles the history, beliefs, and everyday lives of the ancient Aztec, Inca, and Maya peoples.

A photo essay about the range of plants and animals found in fresh water throughout the year, examining the living conditions and survival mechanisms of creatures dwelling at the edge of the water, on its surface, or under the mud.

Presents a history of transportation from ancient humans using muscle to traveling in space and discusses different modes of transportation.

Illustrated guide to the plants, animals, and insects found in the world's tropical rain forests.

Discusses different kinds of reptiles, their similarities and differences, habitats, and behavior

Looks at the history of astronomy, identifies important astronomers, and summarizes what is known about the Sun, Moon, planets, and stars.

Describes how crystals form in nature, how crystals are grown artificially, and how crystals are used in industry. Numerous color photos with text identify the various gemstones.

New Look! Relaunched with new jackets and 8 pages of new text! A detailed look at life in Egypt - from the pharaoh and his courtiers, through the mystical rites of the priests, to the world of the workers in the fields. Featuring stunning items from the tomb of Tutankhamun and jewelry from the royal palaces, Eyewitness Ancient Egypt shows how Egyptian palaces, Eyewitness Ancient Egypt shows how Egyptian nobles lived. Find out how they prepared for...