A crack of lightning. The blue glow of a phone screen. A blinking firefly. The blazing sun. A camera's rapid flash. No matter the source, light travels in waves, and it does so at a speed faster than anything else in the universe. But what is light, anyway, and how do we study it?

"Air is all around us. Learn how it is used in art, technology, and engineering. Five easy-to-read chapters explain the science behind air, as well as its real-world applications."--Publisher's website.

Describes how magnets work and includes instructions for making a magnet and a compass.

Helps readers understand how heat changes matter, what causes things to burn, and how these changes impact a vast number of objects in our world.

"A photographic exploration into the beauty and magic of light"--Provided by publisher.

"Humorous text and characters help teach kids about forces and motion" --