New Releases by Richard Hantula

This comprehensive book outlines the geography, history, people, government, and economy of Indiana. Lists of key people, events, cities, plants and animals, and political figures, plus fact boxes and quotes, provide easily accessible information that is supplemented by activities such as crafts, recipes, and a map quiz. Historic photos, artwork, and other images enhance the text.

This book explores the geography, history, people, government, and economy of the Island of Enchantment. Lists of key people, places, celebrations, plants and animals, cities, and political figures, plus recipes and craft projects, add to the understanding of the commonwealth with a rich and diverse history. All books in the It's My State! ® series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

This book explores the geography, climate, history, people, government, and economy of Pennsylvania. All books in the It's My State! ® series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

Readers learn how scientific principles come into play with sports.

Readers learn how scientific principles come into play with sports.

Explains how the laws of science, especially physics, are at work in the game of basketball. Contains real-world examples and suggestions as to how readers can apply this information to real-world situations.

An easy-to-use source of quick and reliable information, Its My State! helps young readers identify what is common to and unique about individual states across America.

Explains how solar energy is generated and used, discusses solar panels and solar power towers, and considers the use of solar energy as a renewable resource.

"Explains how electricity is made from a source that will never run out: the energy packed inside the basic units of matter called atoms. This book also examines some of the challenges and problems associated with nuclear power that scientists are working to solve."--P. [4] of cover.

Discusses how these machines work, the science behind the energy they make, and what the use of hybrid cars means for the planet. Features full-color photographs and illustrations.

A very basic look at how cell phones work.

This book shows you how amazing and invisible forces work, along with the impact they have on our everyday lives.

Offers an account of how scientists and amateurs use instruments such as space telescopes, radio telescopes, and particle detectors to study the universe.

An examination of the contributions that Earth's nations have made toward the exploration of the universe.

Describes what can cause space debris, the problems it can cause, and how to clean up the pollution of space around the Earth and beyond.

Explains key concepts in biology, including evolution, ecosystems, and food webs.

Explores the different types of stars, black holes, and other celestial bodies, including the star-like objects that emit radio waves, known as quasars.

Explores "shooting stars" and famous comets, including Halley's Comet, Comet Hale-Bopp, and Donati's Comet.

Provides tips on how to spot some of the wonders of the solar system and galaxy, with emphasis on viewing from the northern hemisphere; introduces different types of telescopes; and discusses astronomical mysteries and amazing facts.

Briefly discusses facts and fantasies about unidentified flying objects.

Presents a history of the sun and the nine planets, and discusses satellites and asteroids.

Explores star groups, the Magellanic Clouds, the Milky Way, black holes, and different types of galaxies including elliptical, spiral, and cannibal.

Discusses ancient beliefs and theories about the universe, including the sun being the center and the Big Bang theory.

A biography of the scientist and humanitarian who discovered the vaccine for polio, a disease which crippled many people in the early part of the twentieth century.

Intrduces the smallest known planet in the solar system as well as its moon.

This complete Spanish translation of the highly acclaimed Isaac Asimov's 21st Century Library of the Universe is ideal for students still developing their English-language skills.

This complete Spanish translation of the highly acclaimed Isaac Asimov's 21st Century Library of the Universe is ideal for students still developing their English-language skills.

Recounts the life story of Alexander Fleming, his study of medicine and bacteriology, and his discovery of penicillin.

A description of Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, which includes information on its numerous moons, space probes which have studied it, and the 1994 collision of comet remnants with the planet.

A description of Mars, the fourth planet from our sun, which includes information on the controversy over possible life on Mars, on the planet's moons, and on space probes and spacecraft which have studied it.