How far can telescopes see? How do scientists get huge telescopes into space? Find out how big space telescopes help us learn more about our universe, plus discover how scientists will use future telescopes to look for life on other planets.

The ground rumbles, lava flows, and smoke and ash fill the sky—a volcano is erupting! Volcanoes can be extremely dangerous when they erupt. Gas, steam, ash burst into the air, and extremely hot lava flows out. Learn how volcanoes form, why they erupt, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from a volcanic eruption survivor!

Text and photographs describe kids who are deaf, the ways they communicate, and some of their everyday activities.

Text and photographs describe children who are blind, their challenges and adaptations, and their similarities with others.

Text and photographs discuss why some children cannot walk, how wheelchairs help them, and the everyday activities of children who use wheelchairs.

The dry ground cracks. Rain hasn’t fallen in months. This is a drought. All living things need water to survive. Dangerous droughts occur when no rain falls for months or years. Discover what causes a drought and how to conserve water. Plus meet a farmer who survived a drought!

Blast off in this exciting exploration of these essential space machines!When were rockets invented? How fast do they go? Learn about the history and uses of rockets, plus explore how future rockets will work and what amazing things they might do!

Blizzards are severe snowstorms with strong winds and heavy snow. These storms can cover large areas and last for days. Learn how blizzards form, what the dangers are, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from a blizzard survivor!

Drones are everywhere! Whether they are steered by a pilot or flying on their own, these robots help humans explore new places, stay safe, and have fun. Learn more about how drones fly and the many ways people use them.Robots fight, explore space, and help humans in the Robotics series—part of the Lightning Bolt Books® collection. With bright designs, engaging photos, and lively text, Lightning Bolt Books® bring nonfiction topics to life!

Hurricanes are huge, powerful storms that form over oceans. Strong winds, rain, and waves crash onto land. Discover the damage hurricanes create, how climate change makes them more dangerous, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from a hurricane survivor!

In both English and Spanish, this simple text describes children who are blind, their challenges and adaptations, and their everyday activities.

In both English and Spanish, this simple text discusses why some kids cannot walk, how wheelchairs help them, and the everyday activities of children who use wheelchairs.