Illustrations and text describe how humans have tried to learn more about space and some of the equipment and vehicles used to do this.

My Best Book of Spaceships introduces young readers to the amazing variety of spacecraft past, present, and ready to blast off into the future. From the first steps on the Moon, to life on a space station--this book has everything an aspiring young astronaut would ever want to know!

Offers a humorous but factual look at the life of a laborer working on the transcontinental railroad.

Count down to liftoff! You are about to go on the most exciting and dangerous journey of your life.

An exploration of the solar system that discusses what the solar system is made of, why planets look so different, what different bodies, such as comets, asteroids, and dwarf planets, can be found, and other related topics.

Motor trucks first proved their usefulness for transporting goods during World War I. Since then, advances in technology have led to the design of different types of trucks able to carry out a vast range of tasks, from transportation and waste clearance to firefighting and high-speed racing.

"Introduces various types of construction vehicles, including diggers, dump trucks, bulldozers, cement mixers, and more"--Provided by publisher.

A skilled mechanic in 1930s Germany is offered a job on the most magnificent airship ever built, the Hindenberg. But dangers from flammable gas, storms and lightning are there. Follows the airship as it bursts into flame and investigates the cause of the disaster.

"Describes aspects of working in the field of information and communication technology. Includes information on computers, the internet, and communication and broadcasting"--Provided by publisher.

Uses humor in both text and illustrations to describe what it would be like to live without the electric power that makes modern life possible.