Melvin Berger is an author whose work often explores questions and answers, frequently in collaboration with his wife, Gilda Berger. Their books, including a popular question-and-answer series, stem from a shared curiosity about the world. For Berger, writing is a way to research and investigate topics, with each project naturally leading to new avenues of inquiry. The Bergers reside near the coast in East Hampton, New York.
Focusing on the fascinating adaptations of various animals, the book explores unique traits such as the gliding abilities of draco lizards, the electricity generation of electric eels, and the way snakes use their tongues to sense their environment. Each example highlights the remarkable ways animals have evolved to survive and thrive in their habitats.
Introduces some animals that are so ugly they are cute, from bulldogs and sphynx cats to red-eyed tree frogs and axolotls.
Biography of an inventor, scientist, and teacher who invented the telephone and made communication a lot easier
Through a question-and-answer format, provides information on the life and accomplishments of the physicist most famous for his theory of relativity.
This book provides a brief look at the life and work of American inventor Thomas Edison.
Presents information on dolphins and their environment in a question and answer format.
Questions and Answers about Tornadoes and Hurricanes
Exploring the science behind severe weather phenomena, this book answers intriguing questions about hurricanes and tornadoes, such as their formation and characteristics. It aims to engage curious readers while providing essential information for storm preparedness. Accompanied by illustrations, the content is designed to captivate and educate, making it an invaluable resource for understanding these powerful natural events.
Questions and Answers about Stars and Planets
Exploring the universe reveals a wealth of mysteries, from visible stars and planets to the unseen forces at play. This book introduces children to celestial bodies like comets and meteors, fostering a deeper understanding of their own planet. With clear explanations, the authors guide young readers through the scale, movements, and intricate relationships of various cosmic elements, making complex concepts accessible and engaging.
Explains the cycle of evaporation, condensation, and precipitation that provides fresh water to the earth and describes how this supply is brought to people's homes.
Discusses why the rainforest is threatened and why it is important to the environment
