Most Popular Books by Chris Oxlade

This book takes a fascinating look at new ideas that changed the world. From computers and telephones, through cameras, cars, and steam engines, ghosted-through artwork reveals the genius behind these amazing innovations.

This book explains what happens when a tornado strikes and discusses what causes tornadoes and what you can do to stay safe if you are ever near one.

Read this book to find the answers to all these questions, and more. It is packed with information, facts, photos, charts, and diagrams to help you find out all there is to know about skyscrapers. Book jacket.

Provides informational articles arranged in such categories as "World Regions," "People and Society," and "History of People."

Do you know that 200 years ago, the only way that one person could send a message to another person was by letter or messenger? It''s hard to imagine now, with our smartphones and computers at our fingertips. From the invention of the telegraph in the 1830s all the way through to the wearable technology of the present day, this book charts the incredible history of telecommunications.

This interesting book about how we get bursts of energy from our food teaches readers about the circulatory system.

This updated edition asks some great questions. What was the largest stadium ever built? When were the first stadiums built? Why doesn''t the roof of a stadium collapse? You''ll find the answers to these questions and many more in Building Amazing Structures. Each book in the series looks at some of today''s most amazing structures from around the world. Begin your journey by reading about similar structures in history and how they were built. Then discover the techniques and materials that today''s engineers and builders use to make even more amazing structures. Finally, learn about structures that failed and why.

Do you know that the first industrial robot started work in 1959? Now robots are in factories, in homes, laboratories, and the sky. Robots explore other planets as well as ocean depths. They also carry out jobs that are dangerous for humans. From the first robots of the 1950s to the drones and androids of the present day, this book charts the amazing history of robots.

Examines the surface, atmosphere, and characteristics of the inner planets, and discusses how they are explored and studied.

The mystery of UFOs has puzzled people for years. Have we really been visited by aliens from outer space? If so, why don''t we have more evidence? Can we get to the bottom of this mystery using science and logic, or will it continue to mystify us forever? Discover all of the theories, from the reasonable to the ridiculous, then decide for yourself what to believe. Learn how scientists analyze and explain fakes and hoaxes. This book includes eyewitness accounts, dramatic photographs, up-to-date information, a glossary, further resources, and web search tips.

Introduces the culture, landscape, plants, animals, and people of the continent of Europe.

This volume provides an overview of the history and uses of nuclear power.

Are you fascinated by wide open spaces and like NOT knowing where a path might lead? Breathe in that fresh air and discover how to... ? cross a river without a boat ? escape from quicksand ? take shelter without a tent ? build a dam ...and lots more. Devised and tested by an expert in outdoor activities, these exciting projects help you find true adventure in the wild, using nature''s resources—and your own!

Describes the various ways that materials can be joined together, such as wood with glue, metal with a weld, and fabric with a thread; and includes simple experiments using common household items.

Did you know that the wheel was invented in prehistoric times, in about 3500 B.C.'' Now we can travel between towns and cities in super-fast trains, in fast cars, and halfway around the world in a day in airplanes. From dugout canoes from 10,000 years ago right through to modern-day driverless cars, this book charts the amazing history of transportation.

Light and sound both travel in waves, but sound waves travel significantly slower than light. Theories like this are difficult to grasp in words, but there are easy ways to see them in action. With this book''s simple experiments, young scientists will test out how light can bend and how even invisible sounds can make things move, helping them understand how even the most complex theories work. Through step-by-step instructions, young readers will learn the right way to set up their experiments and expand on concepts they already know.

Explore, create and investigate with Ava and George - the Geo Detectives! Use your detective skills to find out about the amazing water cycle. With the Geo Detectives series, join two young detectives, Ava and George, in a hands-on exploration of the natural world. Learn about exciting geography topics, then investigate further with fun activities and projects to do at home and outside. Where does rain come from? What happens during the water cycle? How can we predict the weather? Discover what incredible things happen in nature and use your own skills to find out why! Get answers about: Clouds by making your own mini cloud inside a jar How to measure rainfall by creating your own rain gauge with things from around the house How water shapes the land by making a model river Hydropower by using CDs and other everyday items to make a water wheel And much more! Encouraging young readers to investigate geography topics and to have fun while learning, this book will amaze and astound any reader with an interest in science and nature.

Infographics are simple and creative graphic representations of different numerical facts. This title features a variety of engaging infographics that teach readers all about the environment. Look through the pages to discover fascinating statistics about climate change, endangered animals, energy use, pollution and what you can do to help the environment.

"This six-level series of factual readers allows English language learners to explore a variety of fascinating real-world topics. Each reader has been carefully graded to reinforce the main structures and vocabulary covered in most major language courses. The use of the plus symbol (+) highlights the increased level of challenge in language as compared to a standard reader, reflecting the focus on content learning. All readers include a glossary with explanations of key vocabulary."--Back cover.