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Animals have played an important role in warfare throughout history. Military forces have long relied on animals' natural abilities to achieve their missions. From medieval warriors charging into combat on horseback to dolphins locating explosive mines at sea, learn about the many ways animals have helped armies find success on the battlefield. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and the Battlefield series.

In the wild, animals use teeth, claws, and other natural weapons to attack their prey. On the battlefield, soldiers need weapons to fight the enemy. Military forces have often looked to nature for inspiration to develop effective weapons and combat tactics. From the first feathered arrows to tomorrow's high-tech weaponry, learn how military technology often imitates the natural weapons of animals to help soldiers succeed in combat. Then be sure to catch the other amazing titles in the Beasts and the Battlefield series.

Auf großer Reise Die Schnuffeldecken-Rucksäcke sind gepackt: Der kleine Siebenschläfer und die Haselmaus wollen zu einer großen Weltreise aufbrechen! Aber ist die Welt nicht ein winziges bisschen zu groß für die beiden? Vielleicht ist eine große Waldreise besser, Abenteuer findet man...

In the vastness of space, countless planets exist. Scientists are actively studying as many of them as they can. How many could support life as Earth does? And what other wonderful worlds will our technology find?

Area 51 is the government's best-kept secret. What exactly goes on in this classified space? And what does it have to do with aliens? Listen to find out!

When a group of meerkats live together, it's called a mob. Learn about life inside a mob of meerkats and why these animals like to stick together. Find out how living together with others helps meerkats raise their young, stay safe, and find food.

The important science concept of plant growth is featured in this beautiful, easily accessible book on fruit. Simple, engaging text describes fruits and how they help plants live and grow.

The moon is more than a giant rock orbiting Earth—it could become a gateway into deeper space! Find out how NASA and other international and commercial agencies are working together to explore and build on the moon.

NASA's Orion spacecraft is pushing the limits of space travel and exploration like never before. The ultimate goal is a mission to Mars! Learn about the challenges that scientists, engineers, and astronauts must overcome to make this dream a reality.

When a group of bees lives together, it's called a colony. Learn about life in a colony of bees and why these animals like to stick together. Find out how living together with others helps bees stay safe, find food, and mate.

For thousands of years, humans have wondered whether there is life in outer space. In more recent years, people have searched for evidence. Are there signs of alien life? Listen to find out!

Seals sit on chunks of floating ice. They're ready to dive into the freezing Arctic water at any moment. Learn more about what predators they watch out for and how they protect their young. Learn how seals find food, stay warm, and more.

Snowy owls call the bitterly cold Arctic their home. Learn how they live in this harsh environment. Snowy Owls Are Awesome tells listeners how these birds find their prey, what dangers they have to watch out for, and more.

In the 1970s, Atari became the leader in home video gaming with the Atari 2600. But were they the first? And how did it evolve into the revolutionary games and systems of today? Listen to learn the answers to these questions and more.

In the past, video games have gotten a bad rep for having a negative effect on players. But many studies have proven the opposite! From improved hand-eye coordination and better eyesight to increased socializing and fitness, discover the many ways video games are good for you.

You don't need to be a pro athlete in real life to make big money playing sports like basketball, football, soccer, and others. With lots of practice and quick reflexes, players of Madden NFL, NBA 2K, and other athletic games can hit the big-time on the esports scene.

Penguins waddle slowly across the ice. But in the frigid waters, they zoom after prey. Learn how these birds stay warm in their polar habitat, how they raise their young, and how they find food while avoiding predators.

To save the world, one must play video games. Sounds ridiculous, right? But in reality, many people are looking to video games to tackle many of the world's problems. Take a closer look at the ways in which video games can help save the world.

You don't need to be pro boxer, wrestler, or MMA fighter in real life to make big money in the ring. With plenty of practice, quick reflexes, and creative moves, players of Super Smash Bros., Street Fighter, and other fighting games can hit the big-time on the esports scene.

What's that springing into the air? An Arctic fox! He lands, breaking through the snow. He has caught his lunch. Learn more about Arctic foxes and how they survive in the frigid tundra. Follow them as they search for prey beneath the snow and ice. Find out how fox pups stay safe from roaming predators.