Richard Spilsbury

How do we know about the thousands of people who marched in campaigns for civil rights for African Americans in the 1960s? Where did they march and what happened to them? This book shows how we know about the marchers and their experiences from primary and other sources. It includes information on some historical detective work that has taken place, using documentary and oral evidence, that has enabled historians to piece together the fascinating...

This book looks at the topic of chemical reactions to explain the properties of chemicals and how they react, what has caused the explosion, and how the resulting fire and pollution can be tackled.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of ants.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of crows.

Learn about crystals, what they are, how they are formed, and what they can be used for.

Is it a bird, a plane, or maybe even a drone flying overhead? This amazing book tackles the history of drone technology and where future development will take these exciting aircraft. Known mostly for its use in the military as surveillance equipment or even in combat, these pilotless flying machines are now used all over the world by ordinary people who love remote controlled vehicles. Today, drones of all shapes and sizes can achieve amazing things,...

Discusses the plight of Bengal tigers and why they are near extinction, as well as some of the ways humans can help.

Find out about potential energy and kinetic energy. How does heat move from one substance to another? Why is renewable energy so important? Includes three simple activities or experiments to try.

Discusses the plight of American alligators and why they are near extinction, as well as some of the ways humans can help.