Drones are everywhere! Whether they are steered by a pilot or flying on their own, these robots help humans explore new places, stay safe, and have fun. Learn more about how drones fly and the many ways people use them.Robots fight, explore space, and help humans in the Robotics series—part of the Lightning Bolt Books® collection. With bright designs, engaging photos, and lively text, Lightning Bolt Books® bring nonfiction topics to life!

When a tornado's funnel-shaped cloud touches the ground, extreme winds destroy everything in its path. Learn how tornados form, how climate change affects those conditions, and how to stay safe during a tornado. Plus hear from a tornado survivor!

Blast off in this exciting exploration of these essential space machines!When were rockets invented? How fast do they go? Learn about the history and uses of rockets, plus explore how future rockets will work and what amazing things they might do!

How do we know if there is water on Mars? How do we know what planets look like? We send probes to look around! Readers learn how scientists use space probes to study planets in our solar system . . . and beyond. Fascinating backmatter features a diagram of a space probe and an amazing true story.

How can you watch your favorite TV shows almost anywhere? How do scientists learn what's happening in far-off galaxies? Readers discover how satellites make our lives easier and keep people safe . . . all from space! Continue learning with interesting diagrams and stories in the backmatter.

How far can telescopes see? How do scientists get huge telescopes into space? Find out how big space telescopes help us learn more about our universe, plus discover how scientists will use future telescopes to look for life on other planets.

Blizzards are severe snowstorms with strong winds and heavy snow. These storms can cover large areas and last for days. Learn how blizzards form, what the dangers are, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from a blizzard survivor!

The dry ground cracks. Rain hasn’t fallen in months. This is a drought. All living things need water to survive. Dangerous droughts occur when no rain falls for months or years. Discover what causes a drought and how to conserve water. Plus meet a farmer who survived a drought!

Hurricanes are huge, powerful storms that form over oceans. Strong winds, rain, and waves crash onto land. Discover the damage hurricanes create, how climate change makes them more dangerous, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from a hurricane survivor!

The ground rumbles, lava flows, and smoke and ash fill the sky—a volcano is erupting! Volcanoes can be extremely dangerous when they erupt. Gas, steam, ash burst into the air, and extremely hot lava flows out. Learn how volcanoes form, why they erupt, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from a volcanic eruption survivor!

A spark from a lightning strike or a campfire can quickly grow into a wildfire covering acres. Learn about the types of wildfires, how climate change increases the danger, and how to stay safe. Plus hear from a wildfire survivor!

Which robot is fastest, smartest, or strongest? In robot competitions, the best bots battle it out. See how robots compete to solve puzzles, win races, and crush their opponents in robot smackdowns. These robots and their teams of engineers are fighting to win!Robots fight, explore space, and help humans in the Robotics series—part of the Lightning Bolt Books® collection. With bright designs, engaging photos, and lively text, Lightning Bolt Books® ...