Frank Carlson Library

You know what a volcano looks like. But why, just why, does a volcano erupt. Learn about the words and science of volcanic eruptions.

Defines what an insect is and presents a variety of insects and describes what makes them special. Many of the facts are introduced as questions.

Illustrations and text in question and answer format provide miscellaneous information about plants.

Explore the magic and mystery of the Moon, from why it changes shape and what makes it shine to how astronauts managed to land on it and what they found there. 50 years after the first Moon Landing, this delightful book makes a perfect introduction to the topic for a new generation.

Defines what an insect is and presents a variety of insects and describes what makes them special. Many of the facts are introduced as questions.

Provides answers to "what would happen if" scenarios, including what would happen if someone got sucked into a black hole, humans could fly, and dinosaurs still existed.

"Are you mad about measurements, devoted to dates, or just generally fond of figures? Then use this incredible encyclopedia to uncover the stats behind every topic under the sun -- from the numbers of stars in the Universe to the amount of blood cells in your body" -- Back cover.

This fantastic 384-page compendium puts a distinctly humorous twist on the perennially popular Q & A format, taking a sideways look at all that is spectacular, silly and just plain strange about the world around us. Quirkily illustrated characters and playful text reveal the amazing answers to the wonderful questions that children love to ask.

A collection of facts and trivia about various countries and civilizations in ancient times, usually framed in a question and answer format.

A collection of facts and trivia about planet Earth, usually framed in a question and answer format.