"Describes the history, care, and training of setters used for hunting"--Provided by publisher.

Using the Internet can be an exciting adventure. But it is important to use it safely. How can you use computers responsibly? And how can you be a good digital citizen? Read this book to find out!

Is planet Earth flat? Is California an island? Can you mix other metals to make gold? At one time, science supported wild notions like these! But later studies proved these ideas were nonsense. Discover science's biggest mistakes and oddest assumptions about geology and ecology, and see how scientific thought changed over time.

Robots work in homes every day. Some vacuum floors or mow lawns. Others keep people company. And some help kids have fun! What robots might you find in someone's home? Read this book to find out!

With bodies designed to help them hide in the water, killer whales roam the ocean in search of their next meal. Readers will learn about what makes killer whales such deadly predators, from their hunting styles to what they like to eat. Fun Facts and an Amazing but True section will thrill readers and give them a closer look at the lives of these massive creatures.

"Takes readers on a backstage tour of working in math, from astronauts to architects. Spreads highlight the skills and education readers will need, feature career spotlights, and show readers where the future of the field is headed."--

Discusses why the Berlin Wall was built, what life was like in a divided city, and why it was torn down, and explores the political context behind the wall.

"The time of westward expansion in the 1800s has become a legendary era in American history. Tales of cowboys, outlaws, and frontier adventures still resonate in popular culture. The Wild West [series] separates myth from reality, bringing to life the triumphs, tragedies, and colorful characters that shaped the West. Learn how this eventful period in US history helped make the nation what it is today." -- Page [4] cover. In the 1800s, traveling to...

This title offers an in-depth look at pythons, including their physical characteristics, behavior, survival, techniques, life cycle, habitat and range, and threats to the animal.

Takes readers on a tour of the 12 most incredible facts about the human body. Discover what makes the human body amazing, from billions of miles of DNA and gallons of blood to tentacle-like tongues and even the ability to glow.