Most Popular Books by Tom Jackson

Describes the geography, history, government, economy, nature, people, and culture of South Korea.

Introduces several examples of unusual and dangerous snakes, including the anaconda, king cobra, puff adder, sea krait, mamba, and rainbow boa.

Learn about animals such as the piranha, box jellyfish, and golden poison dart frog, who are small but deadly.

"The Magnificent Book of Animals takes you across the globe, from the Arctic tundra to the African savanna, to meet 36 fascinating animals. Intriguing facts accompany every illustration, so you can learn how a tiger marks its territory, why a polar bear isn''t really white, and how long a giraffe''s tongue actually is. From the tiny Rondo dwarf bush baby to the massive white rhinoceros, this book depicts some of the world''s most incredible animals in stunning and accurate original illustrations. This is the perfect book for animal lovers everywhere." --

"From predatory orcas powering through the waves to green anacondas ready to deliver a deadly squeeze, this book captures a variety of dangerous animals through stunning illustrations. You''ll meet charging hippos, shocking eels, venomous snails, and poisonous frogs."--

Welcome to the world of beautiful-but-dangerous reptiles! Snake Bite invites readers to meet face-to-face with these slithery serpents--but don''t get too close! Some of these creatures can be deadly!

An introduction to crocodiles, including their physical characteristics and behavior.

Even the most reluctant readers will be fascinated to read about how twin astronauts Scott and Mark Kelly are a different age because Scott spent a year living on the International Space Station. This book looks at how time travel has been thought of from ancient times to modern day. It even discusses what humans might do if they could travel in time. From string theory to Einstein''s theory of relativity, Heisenberg''s uncertainty principle to the grandfather paradox, and wormholes to quantum physics, everything time travel related is discussed here in easy-to-understand language and complimented by vivid artwork on every spread.

What is climate change? Is it the same as global warming? Can we stop it? This book helps answer these questions and provides kids with the necessary knowledge to make up their own minds on climate change.

A beautifully illustrated reference guide to animals across the globe, in an updated new large-format edition.

Relates facts about "beastly" bugs that drink blood, spread disease, eat dung, and sting.

Mammals are some of the fastest and slowest, largest and smallest, and most unique animals on Earth. Their bodies are built to survive in and master their environment. Readers will love reading about the super swimming dolphin, the super-sensing bat, and the super-slow sloth. They’ll learn about the mechanics behind a skunk’s stink supply and a cheetah’s record-breaking speed. This book is full of color photographs and fact boxes that bring these exotic mammals to life. This technological spin on animal skills and survival is sure to stand out from the rest!

Readers take to the air in this engaging book about the amazing technology behind birds. This book explores the remarkable structures and systems that make up the anatomy of a variety of different birds. It explains the mechanics behind the hovering hummingbird, the sprinting ostrich, and the swimming penguin. The book also investigates the nest-constructing skills of the weaverbird and the nut-crushing abilities of the toucan. Color photographs and fun fact boxes enrich the text. The technological twist on this life science concept is an exciting adventure into the world of birds!

It may have been a distant future when The Jetsons aired, but now the reality of autonomous machines with artificial intelligence is real. The ability of machines to "think" and "learn" fascinates everyone, but now even the most reluctant readers have a chance to engage in learning about the history and future of robotics. This book covers everything from the 18th century French automatons to Elon Musk, Ada Lovelace to Alan Turing, self-driving cars and smart homes to assembly and military robots. Each spread is complimented with vivid artwork that further illuminates the accessible, exciting text.

What is transhumanism? What is AI? Are these good developments or bad ones? How might immortality be possible? And should we even want to live forever? Get the facts and make up your own mind on these and more questions related to enhanced human potential with Future Humans, part of the new What''s the Issue? series. What does it really mean to be human? In the future, might we be forced to rethink the answer? In this fascinating book, explore these questions through topics like: Prosthetics and implants Plastic surgery Performance drugs External memory Genetic modifications Nanotechnology Smart drugs (cognitive enhancers) Cyborgs Bioprinting The What''s the Issue? series tackles engaging, thought-provoking subjects chosen from the headlines and public debates. What''s the Issue? asks “what’s all the fuss about?,” presents the key facts, reviews what’s at stake in each case, and weighs the pros and cons. The goal of the series is to help young people understand difficult concepts, provide them with the tools to inform their own opinions, and help them to see and influence changes within our society.

Even the most reluctant readers are likely curious about cloning and the scientific future of human evolution. This book finally makes it possible for them to access the latest information about genetic engineering, stem cells, heredity, and the idea that humans may be able to manipulate the process of reproduction to create the offspring they desire. It even covers hot button issues like eugenics and the genetic modification of plants and animals used for food. With vivid, full-color artwork and fascinating sidebars and fact boxes throughout the uncomplicated, fascinating text, this book will find a perfect home in any collection.

This expansive guide to endangered animals answers all these questions and more as you journey around the world and marvel at the biodiversity of the planet, and how much it needs to be protected. An important yet gentle introduction to the impact of climate change and human activity on the environment, it explores how everyone can help save our planet and enjoy its beauty.

The Bell family thought they were being haunted. For three years, an angry ghost bothered them. It finally stopped after the father died. Did the ghost kill him? What happened to the family? Can you solve the mystery?

Describes the technology that is used to assist in the conservation of animal species, including satellite imagery to identify and stop illegal logging and drones to identify and stop wildlife poaching.

The Mary Celeste was found drifting in the ocean. The ship was full of food and cargo, but the crew had disappeared. They were never seen again. What happened? Why did the crew leave the ship so fast? Explore the details of the ship''s failed voyage.

This concise, illuminating guide takes us on a comprehensive tour of our bodies, explaining how they work and why they work that way, from the basic unit of the cell, through the tissues and organs that make up the body''s systems, to how these systems work together to form a complete human being, from evolution, genetics, and conception through to disease, death, and how technology will transform the body of the future. The Human Body in Minutes covers the features and functions of all the major body systems including the skeletal, muscular, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, immune, reproductive, nervous, and hormonal systems, as well as human evolution, inheritance and genetics, human behavior, and illness and medicine. With 200 cutting-edge anatomical images, cross-sections, and closeups that detail and explain the brain, eye, heart, skin, skeleton, lung, kidney, ear, blood liver, stomach, muscles, veins, arteries, DNA, chromosomes, and all of the key features of our bodies, this is the perfect, easy reference to the anatomy, physiology, and science of the human body.

Readers take a dive underwater to take an in-depth look at the mechanics behind fish and other sea creatures. Marine creatures are made to fit their environments, whether they live in shallow reefs or the deep sea. This book describes the technology behind the super senses of sharks, the speed of a sailfish, and the propulsion of squid. How big are giant clams? How does a stonefish launch a sneak attack? Readers will learn the answers to these questions and more through fascinating text and fact boxes. Color photographs bring readers to the depths of the sea to come face-to-face with these mechanical wonders!

A richly illustrated guide to the marvelously diverse plankton of the world and their fundamental role in planetary food webs Plankton are the unsung heroes of planet Earth. Passive drifters through the world’s seas, oceans, and freshwater environments, most are invisible or very small, but some are longer than a whale. They are the global ocean’s foundation food, supporting almost all oceanic life, and they are also vitally important for land-based plants, animals, and other organisms. Plankton provides an incomparable look at these remarkable creatures, opening a window on the elegance and grace of microscopic marine life. This engaging book reveals the amazing diversity of plankton, how they belong to a wide range of living groups, and how their ecology, lifestyles, and adaptations have evolved to suit an enormous range of conditions. It looks at plankton life cycles, the different ways plankton feed and grow, and the vast range of strategies they use for reproduction. It tracks where, how, and why plankton drift through the water; shares perspectives on migrations and population explosions or “blooms” and why they happen; and discusses the life-sustaining role of plankton in numerous intertwined food webs throughout the world. Beautifully illustrated, Plankton sheds critical light on how global warming, pollution, diminishing resources, and overexploitation will adversely impact planktonic life, and how these effects will reverberate to every corner of our planet.

An indispensable tool for the amateur astronomer. Night Sky Explorer will help you learn everything a beginning stargazer needs to know. Use the included rotating planisphere to figure out which stars are currently visible, and the 128-page book to learn more about each celestial body. Key facts are presented in an easy-to-understand format, and sidebars offer fun trivia and illuminating anecdotes. Star maps feature the dominant constellations at any given time of the year, so you’ll be prepared for planetary enlightenment when the moon rises!

Profiles every element on the periodic table and describes their properties, when they were discovered, and how they are used in household materials

A visual guide to animals, a detailed natural history introduction and over 1000 beautiful artworks.

Filled with bite-size facts and amazing original illustrations, the Small and Mighty range is the ultimate pocket-sized collectible series for young readers who can''t get enough of their favorite topic. In The Small and Mighty Book of the Human Body, readers can learn all about the weird and wonderful human body, discovering everything from how we see, smell and taste to how our muscles work. Packed full of interesting facts and information about the body, as well as fun, highly detailed illustrations, this book will answer any questions a curious mind might have about exactly how the body works.

The Galapagos islands is one of the most stunning, biologically diverse, nature-rich places on Earth. This beautifully illustrated and photographic tour of the flora, fauna, and geology of the Galapagos islands will cover everything that makes them one of the most unique places on the planet. An illustrated and photographic tour of the flora, fauna and geology of the Galapagos islands (13 major islands, 6 smaller islands, 40 islets). This is the ultimate book about the Galapagos, covering the formation of the islands, the unique animals that live there, the evolutionary traits of the flora, the diverse climates, the brilliant conservation efforts and much more.

Introduces several examples of the most unusual and dangerous dinosaurs that ever lived, including the Baryonyx, Deinonychus, Diplodocus, Giganotosaurus, Triceratops, and Oviraptor.

The Arkansas River flows through the heart of the United States -- from the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains of Colorado, through the vast rolling prairies of the Great Plains, and into the Mississippi River. The river flows mainly through fields and ranchland, making agriculture the main industry along its course. These farms are the most productive in the United States. In addition, the cities along the Arkansas River are home to high-technology industries. Book jacket.

Tells how to prepare a resume, with samples and special advice for college students and women.