This introduction to pandemics and their history shows readers how to stay safe, and also includes a glossary, an infographic on how the coronavirus spreads, a handwashing diagram and a timeline showing the pandemics of the past.

Discusses the discovery and analysis of Archaeopteryx, a feathered dinosaur which may have been an ancestor of modern birds.

An introduction to reflex acts that explains why we sneeze, shiver, hiccup, and yawn.

Discusses the importance of sleep and what happens to our brains and bodies during slumber.

Briefly describes how a cow produces milk, how the milk is processed in a dairy, and how various other dairy products are made from milk.

Describes various scientific theories which explore the extinction of the dinosaurs.

"Pterodactyl, which is properly known as Pterodactylus, was not actually a dinosaur. It was part of a group of flying reptiles called pterosaurs. Pterodactyl had a long fourth finger, which provided support for its wings. Learn more about this remarkable reptile in Pterodactyl, a Mighty Dinosaurs book." --

"Did you know that the Triceratops had the largest head of any land animal that has ever lived? It had three horns on its head. Learn more about this fascinating creature in Triceratops. Did you know that the Triceratops had the largest head of any land animal that has ever lived? It had three horns on its head. Learn more about this fascinating creature in Triceratops." --

Explains various changes in humanity's beliefs about the shape of the earth, from the flat earth theories of the ancients to the round earth theories which were proven true by the voyages of Columbus and Magellan.

Describes the sun and how it provides the light and energy which allow plant and animal life to exist on the earth.