Science Geography

Um 1450 verändert eine Erfindung die Welt: Das Buchdruckverfahren von Johannes Gutenberg ermöglicht es, Publikationen in hoher Stückzahl und relativ preiswert zu vervielfältigen. Die technische Grundlage für die geistigen, politischen und religiösen Veränderungen der nachfolgenden Jahrhunderte ist geschaffen.

Auf die Einladung von acht Professoren stürmten im Sommer 2002 fünftausend Kinder die Aula der Universität Tübingen, um endlich einmal auf die großen Warum?-Fragen eine befriedigende Antwort zu erhalten. Die Journalisten und Ideengeber dieser Vorlesungsreihe, Ulrich Janßen und Ulla Steuernagel, haben die Vorträge dokumentiert und präsentieren nun die spannenden Ergebnisse dieser Kinder-Uni.

Pack your bags! We're headed to the United Kingdom. On this whirlwind tour, you'll learn all about the country's landscape, culture, people, and more. We'll explore green valleys and packed cities, taste the unusual Scottish dish haggis, and attend Britain's Bonfire Night celebration. A special section introduces the United Kingdom's capital, language, and population. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.

Pack your bags! We're headed to South Korea. On this whirlwind tour, you'll learn all about the country's landscape, culture, people, and more. We'll explore coastal islands and mountain ranges, enjoy traditional pansori music, and try a popular dish of pickled vegetables. A special section introduces South Korea's capital, language, and population. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.

Pack your bags! We're headed to Jamaica. On this whirlwind tour, you'll learn all about the country's landscape, culture, people, and more. We'll explore Jamaica from its bustling cities to its sandy beaches and jutting mountains. We'll also find out what kind of food people eat and learn about reggae music and dub poetry. A special section introduces Jamaica's capital, language, and population. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.

Everyday you probably wonder what you should wear, whether it's for a date, job interview, or just relaxation. This has been true throughout history, from ancient Egypt to medieval Japan to the roaring 20s and beyond. This book describes the sometimes shocking, sometimes funny, and occasionally unbelievable fashions that were popular in other times and places.

Modifying your body may seem to be an extreme thing to do. But when we build muscles, lose weight, pierce our ears, or get a hair transplant, aren't we modifying our bodies? What powerful needs make us do it? This audiobook explores the history of these sometimes strange and sometimes commonplace customs from around the world. Body Modification is part of the Extreme Customs non-fiction series that will engage listeners of all ages. What do customs mean in a given culture?

Ven y pasa un día en la montaña, es la continuación al primer libro ganador de Kevin Kurts, Un día en el pantano salado. Los versos en rima y las maravillosas ilustraciones llevan a los lectores a la cima de una montaña desde los bosques hasta la cima de ésta cubierta de nieve. Mientras escalas, serás testigo del cambio en el hábitat y conocerás las plantas y los animales que viven ahí.

What's so great about California? Find out the top 10 sites to see or things to do in the Golden State! Explore California's beaches, mountains, film studios, and colorful history. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in California.

What's so great about Minnesota? Find out the top 10 sites to see or things to do in the North Star State! Explore Minnesota's wooded wilderness, 10,000 lakes, and rich history. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Minnesota!

What's so great about Georgia? Find out the top 10 sites to see or things to do in the Peach State! Explore Georgia's stunning scenery, buzzing cities, and exciting history. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Georgia!

What's so great about Colorado? Find out the top 10 sites to see or things to do in the Centennial State! Explore Colorado's snowy mountain peaks, wild rivers, and rich history. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Colorado!

What's so great about Florida? Find out the top 10 sites to see or things to do in the Sunshine State! Explore Florida's endless beaches, thrilling theme parks, and stirring history. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Florida!

What's so great about Massachusetts? Find out the top 10 sites to see or things to do in the Bay State! Explore Massachusetts's beautiful beaches, bustling harbors, scenic trails, and rich history. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in Massachusetts.

What's so great about New York? Find out the top 10 sites to see or things to do in the Empire State! Explore New York's busy Big Apple, beautiful waterways, and rich history. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in New York.

What's so great about North Carolina? Find out the top 10 sites to see or things to do in the Tar Heel State! Explore North Carolina's beaches, lighthouses, mountains, and rich American Indian history. The North Carolina by Map feature shows where you'll find all the places covered in the audiobook. A special section provides quick state facts such as the state motto, capital, population, animals, foods, and more. Take a fun-filled tour of all there is to discover in North Carolina.

There's a lot to know about the largest country on Earth! Let's visit Russia, and learn what makes it special. What foods do people eat there? What animals can live in the tundra? Explore the answers to these questions and more through carefully leveled, age-appropriate text.

Every country has its own awesome attractions. What makes China special? Explore China's amazing features, including the Great Wall, the many growing cities, and more.

A bored and curious little girl, Jamie Malone wishes for a bit of sunshine on a cloudy day. But a friendly balloon soon whisks her off for an adventure in the sky, where she can float into the clouds and soon meets her new nature friends in the sky. How do clouds float? Or carry the rain? Where do they go when they disappear? Are there clouds on other planets? Do they have memories? Have they ever seen a girl like her?

In Book Three of Holly Webb's The Mysteries of Maisie Hitchins, 12-year-old Maisie and her dog Eddie are invited to join Maisie's friend Alice on a trip to the country. It's lovely to get away from the London smog, but there is something strange about the manor where the girls are staying. Odd noises, horrid smells, and sightings of a spectral cat keep them up at night. Has Alice's father rented a haunted house? There must be a logical explanation, and Maisie plans to use her detecting skills to find out what it is!