William D. Adams

The benefits of technology require large amounts of resources to develop and spread. But modern living is already taxing Earth's resources and the environment. To continue to improve human life on Earth, we may have to look to space for the resources we need. Learn how inventor Joel Sercel plans to kick-start this process, harnessing light from the sun to mine asteroids for fuel and other resources. The books in the Out of This World series feature projects that have won grants from the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts program (NIAC). The program provides funding to teams working to develop bold new advances in space technology.

Give budding scientists a head start and help accelerate their understanding of chemistry This graphic novel pairs humor with real-life examples to help make even the most difficult topics approachable. In Acids, Bases, and Salts, readers will learn about characteristics of acids, bases, and salts; their uses, how they come together, the PH scale and more Timeline and glossary also included.

Give budding scientists a head start and help accelerate their understanding of chemistry This graphic novel pairs humor with real-life examples to help make even the most difficult topics approachable. In Chemical Compounds and Reactions, readers will learn about the difference between chemical compounds and molecules, the types of chemicals bonds, chemical reactions and energy, and more Timeline and glossary also included.

Give budding scientists a head start and help accelerate their understanding of chemistry This graphic novel pairs humor with real-life examples to help make even the most difficult topics approachable. In Environmental Chemistry, readers will learn about chemical reactions, natural cycles, pollution, and more A glossary of terms also included.

Give budding scientists a head start and help accelerate their understanding of chemistry This graphic novel pairs humor with real-life examples to help make even the most difficult topics approachable. In Chemistry of Living Things, readers will learn about nucleic acids, carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, enzymes, photosynthesis, and more A glossary of terms also included.

Give budding scientists a head start and help accelerate their understanding of chemistry This graphic novel pairs humor with real-life examples to help make even the most difficult topics approachable. In Chemistry Everywhere , readers will learn how chemistry plays a role in both the natural and man-made world all around them A handy timeline and glossary of terms also included.

Housing astronauts on the moon and Mars is a huge challenge for future space exploration. Learn how biologist Lynn Rothschild plans to use fungi as a construction technology to build bases for astronauts. Mush-rooms, anyone? The books in the Out of This World series feature projects that have won grants from the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts program (NIAC). The program provides funding to teams working to develop bold new advances in space technology.

The reflectors used in the world's largest telescopes are big and heavy. Instead of glass and metal, could they be made of reflective plastic? How big could a space telescope be if you could blow up the main lens like a balloon? Learn how astronomer Chris Walker is designing the next generation of telescopes with inflatable technology. The books in the Out of This World series feature projects that have won grants from the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts program (NIAC). The program provides funding to teams working to develop bold new advances in space technology.

Radio telescopes can help astronomers learn the secrets of the universe's birth. But, such telescopes must be huge, and radio signals from Earth and the sun interfere with their readings. Learn how engineer Saptarshi Bandyopadhyay plans to solve these problems and more by building a huge radio telescope in a crater on the moon. The books in the Out of This World series feature projects that have won grants from the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts program (NIAC). The program provides funding to teams working to develop bold new advances in space technology.

What if we could take a picture of a planet orbiting a distant star light-years away? What would we find there? Learn how Nobel Prize-winning physicist John Mather is planning to pair a giant observatory on Earth with a huge unfolding satellite to take pictures our distant neighbors. The books in the Out of This World series feature projects that have won grants from the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts program (NIAC). The program provides funding to teams working to develop bold new advances in space technology.

Venus's surface is a place of scorching heat and crushing pressure. But, in the clouds, conditions are a little less intense. Learn how engineer Javid Bayandor plans to build a flying probe-inspired by giant manta ray-explore the planet's atmosphere. The books in the Out of This World series feature projects that have won grants from the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts program (NIAC). The program provides funding to teams working to develop bold new advances in space technology.

Modern space suits are bulky, uncomfortable, and difficult to repair. If human beings are going to explore and colonize the moon and Mars, they will need something better to wear. Learn how engineer and astronaut Bonnie Dunbar is using her experience to develop the manufacturing techniques to clothe the next generation of astronauts. The books in the Out of This World series feature projects that have won grants from the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts program (NIAC). The program provides funding to teams working to develop bold new advances in space technology.

Neptune, the last planet in our solar system, has barely been studied. But the planet and its giant moon Triton hold many secrets-Triton could even harbor life Learn how engineer Mahmooda Sultana plans to send a probe to Neptune in a fraction of the time-and at a fraction of the cost-of traditional probes by sailing on sunshine. The books in the Out of This World series feature projects that have won grants from the NASA Innovative Advanced Concepts program (NIAC). The program provides funding to teams working to develop bold new advances in space technology.

Meet Atom, a tiny atom who's here to introduce you to the environmental impacts of chemicals. Atom introduces readers to natural cycles and how they're impacted by the byproducts of chemical reactions. Students will learn about human activity that disrupts natural cycles and contributes to air, water, and soil pollution. They'll meet the atoms and molecules that make up the Atmosphere's Most Wanted list and learn about ways that they can reduce their negative impact on the environment. A handy glossary also helps to define tricky words for readers beginning their chemistry journey. To explore more of the everpresent world of chemistry, check out other titles in the Building Blocks of Chemistry series

Join Atom and Matter on their trip to Chemistry Land, where they'll introduce you to all the ways that chemistry affects your daily life. They'll introduce students to the chemicals and substances that make life easier, such as bug spray, deodorant, and even pancakes. Readers will learn about the chemistry of airplanes, cars, and the ocean. This colorful graphic novel will hook readers with engaging illustrations and quirky characters. A handy timeline of chemical discoveries also helps to extend the learning by introducing the history of chemistry. To explore more of the reactive world of chemistry, check out other titles in the Building Blocks of Chemistry series

Meet Atom, a tiny atomic particle who's here to guide you through the world of electrons, protons, molecules, and solutions. Alongside Atom, students will learn about the smallest unit of matter as he introduces them to such concepts as chemical bonding and ionization. The colorful graphicnovel style will entertain young readers, all while educating them about the basics of chemistry. Readers are taught about practical applications as they learn about the acidic and basic solutions that flavor our food, clean our floors, and fertilize our crops. To explore more of the reactive world of chemistry, check other titles in the Building Blocks of Chemistry series

Meet Atom, a tiny atom who's here to introduce you to the world of chemical compounds and reactions. Alongside Atom, readers will learn how chemical elements form compounds, the difference between compounds and molecules, and the chemical reactions that create these bonds. This colorful graphic novel uses illustrations to help introduce big concepts to readers. A handy timeline of chemical discoveries helps extend the learning by introducing the history of chemistry. To explore more of the reactive world of chemistry, check out other titles in the Building Blocks of Chemistry series