Most Popular Books by Tom Jackson

From the author of the 300,000-copy bestseller "The Perfect Resume, a unique catalog of sample resumes for the job seeker in need of practical models, as well as the insight and inspiration to crack today's tough job market.

How does a 3D printer work? What stops a skyscraper from falling over? Where does a smart phone store information? Welcome to the world of engineering! Discover how the familiar machines and buildings in today's world are constructed, and how they function. How do scientists choose the right materials for the right job? Which scientific principles lie behind each machine or structure? Basher's highly original books explain difficult scientific concepts in ingenious ways, making them tangible, understandable and even lovable. Chatty first-person text and stylish, contemporary character illustrations give a voice, personality, and story to each topic -- it's a truly brilliant way to communicate science.

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.

From its start at The Point in the center of the city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to its mouth at the Mississippi River, where it releases two million gallons of water every second, the Ohio River flows past some of the largest centers of industry in North America! Every year, huge river barges carry millions of tons of cargo from the mines, farms, and factories along the Ohio River to ports across much of the United States. Book jacket.

A fully illustrated encyclopedia of amphibians, reptiles and mammals from around the world.

An illustrated guide to over 650 amphibians, reptiles and mammals of the United States, Canada, Central and South America, detailing distribution, habitat, food, size, life span and conservation status. A natural history section explains how these animals are adapted to their habitat and food sources, with information about anatomy, reproduction, ecology, migration, hibernation, biomes, endangered species and wildlife conservation. Over 900 color photographs and specially commissioned illustrations and maps for each of the species featured--Cover.

A fully illustrated expert guide to over 350 mammals, amphibians and reptiles of the United States, Canada and South America.

On another special field trip on the magic school bus, Ms. Frizzle's class learns about the ocean and the different creatures that live there.

Bestselling reference for today�s internet generation. Endangered Animals- now available in ebook(PDF) format. There are thousands of endangered animals across the world, and not only in far away climates, some are in our own backyard. Endangered Animals covers them all, from snow leopards to golden toads, detailing why they are dying out and what we can do to save them. They�ll discover more by browsing the dedicated Eyewitness website. Then use the giant pull-out wallchart to decorate their room. Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about endangered animals.

Knud Aage Nielsen's boats remain highly prized. This big, handsome volume includes many plans and photographs to study and enjoy.

Pasta salads are back, but not as you know them... Cool Pasta presents bright, delicious and original pasta recipes that will breathe fresh life into your favorite store-cupboard staple. Pasta salad is the perfect warm weather dish: rummage through the shelves of your local store to rustle up a summery lunch for the next few days, prepare a big platterful for when company's comin', or simply eat it straight from the mixing bowl as you scan your diary for potluck or picnic potential. With 60+ innovative recipes including Tuna Melt - the iconic sandwich reimagined as a pasta salad, Spanakopasta with grilled feta and crispy filo shards, silky and tangy Brown ButterGnocchi Chaat, and a tongue-numbing Sichuan-Style Pici Salad, Cool Pasta takes the heat off every social occasion and brings texture, contrast and exciting flavours to the al fresco table.

Ms. Frizzle and her class explore the planet Earth, including fossils, rocks, minerals, glaciers, volcanoes, faults, stalagmites, stalactites, and more.

Journeying back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the Earth, Ms. Frizzle's class learns all about these creatures, including their life cycle, diet, physical characteristics, behaviors, and extinction.

One hundred or so green sea turtle babies scramble as fast as they can toward the sea. They have just hatched from eggs their mother buried on the sandy beach eight weeks earlier. If they make it to the ocean, they have a good chance of growing to be as heavy as 660 pounds (299 kg). There are many predators on the beach, however--and they are hungry for baby turtles! Young readers will explore the underwater world of this marine reptile through clear text, full-color photos, and diagrams. Age-appropriate activities, such as using tape on the floor to show how big green sea turtles can grow, give readers a chance to make observations and to develop animal-science skills.

Offers facts on various animals such as sharks, turtles, and penguins.

Presents an illustrated look at computers, describing how they were invented, how they work, the different types, how they are used in everyday life, and how they affect the future.

This title is part of the important new series from Oxford which provides accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and vocabulary behind an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously researched and authoritative but written in simple language by experts in their fields, curious youngreaders will quickly get to grips with the basic principles and terminology of each subject. Robots, Gadgets and Artificial Intelligence explains, in a clear and interesting way, what AI is and the evolution of robots, how to make AI, the different types of AI, and how AI could affect us in the future. The engaging design highlights the 'Heroes' of the subject from early beginnings to modern day and picks out and explains tricky terminology in 'Speak like a Scientist' features. Comic strips, illustrations, amazing photographs, and timeline, as well as glossary and index, all make this handy-sized book the perfect way to learn. If you love this title, why not collect them all? Robots, Gadgets and Artificial Intelligence is part of a collectible set which will explore a diverse range of subjects.

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This book looks at the technological advances that have made all this possible--and the inventors whose inspiration has helped shape our world.

Learn about all the incredible extinct creatures from millions and millions of years ago with Ms. Frizzle and the kids.

Ms. Frizzle and her class explore the solar system, including the eight planets, the Sun, comets, meteors, asteroids, and more.

Introduces facts about insects, including the life cycle of butterflies, how crickets communicate, and how ants work together in a community.

Ms. Frizzle and her class explore marine animals.

Presents a system to help job seekers assess and achieve their career objectives and locate openings not listed in newspapers or with agencies