Mari Bolte

"Describes the hieroglyphic writing system of ancient Egypt"--Provided by publisher.

"Mars may be the next addition to the list of places you can go! But there are a few items that need to be taken care of before blastoff. Mars is full of extreme features that stand in the way. What kinds of technology do we have now that will guide your way? What have scientists learned from the orbiters and rovers sent there? What's the plan if something goes wrong? Full-color photos show the risks and rewards that await explorers on Mars. 21st...

"Mars and Earth share many features. Maybe one day, cities full of people will be another thing they share! But how similar are the planets, really? Which features aid in supporting human life, and which will make colonization more difficult? Find out what kinds of preparations are underway to make living on Mars possible. Full-color photos give readers a look at this future vacation destination. 21st Century sidebars discuss technological advancements,...

"Explore the seas and skies with drones, some of the US military's most innovative machines. Discover the types of missions drones undertake and how they help soldiers stay one step ahead on the battlefield"--

"An introductory look at the game of Sonic the Hedgehog. Describes the history of the game, introduces the creators and innovators, highlights competitions, and provides insight about the game's future. Informational text for readers who are new to Sonic, or are interested in learning more. Includes a glossary, index, and bibliography for further reading"--

"An introductory look at the game of The SIMS. Describes the history of the game, introduces the creators and innovators, highlights competitions, and provides insight about the game's future. Informational text for readers who are new to The SIMS, or are interested in learning more. Includes a glossary, index, and bibliography for further reading. Explores the video game franchise The Sims, a virtual world where players can play at life by getting...

Blast forward at warp speed or loop back to change the past. Beware, though--the butterfly effect is a real risk! Although they seem like scene-stealing sci-fi stories, they are based in actual ideas and thought-out theories. How close are we to flying through space or going back in time? Could we really change history or affect the future? Would there be downsides? The ethics of changing things should be explored, and every possible thread would...

"King Charles III became king in September 2022. He is the oldest person to assume the British throne. Find out more about his life, including his early years, his life as a prince, and more"--

"An introductory look at the game of Chess. Describes the history of the game, introduces the creators and innovators, highlights competitions, and provides insight about the game's future. Informational text for readers who are new to Chess, or are interested in learning more. Includes a glossary, index, and bibliography for further reading"--

"Movies are fun to watch with your family and friends. Who are the people who create these entertaining escapes? From special effects artists to writers to animal trainers, many people work together to serve the needs of a movie set. Learn about their important work in this book from the Wonderful Workplaces series"--