Wonders of Creation

Who knows that the hottest natural temperature ever recorded on Earth was 134° F (56.7° C) on July 10, 1913 in Death Valley, California? The highest recorded surface wind speed was in the May 3, 1999, Oklahoma tornado, measured at 302 mph (486 kph)! The most snow to fall in a one-year period is 102 feet (3,150 cm) at Mount Rainier, Washington, from February 19, 1971 to February 18, 1972! From the practical to the pretty amazing, this book gives essential details into understanding what weather is, how it works, and how other forces that impact on it. Learn why storm chasers and hurricane hunters do what they do and how they are helping to solve storm connected mysteries. Discover what makes winter storms both beautiful and deadly, as well as what is behind weather phenomena like St. Elmo's Fire. Find important information on climate history and answers to the modern questions of supposed climate change. Get safety tips for preventing dangerous weather related injuries like those from lightning strikes, uncover why thunderstorms form, as well as what is known about the mechanics of a tornado and other extreme weather examples, like flash floods, hurricanes, and more. A fresh and compelling look at wild and awesome examples of weather in this revised and updated book in the Wonders of Creation series!

The Mineral Book is a part of the best-selling Wonders of Creation Series! It has been developed for multi-level teaching, with special color-coding on three skill levels. This educational resource is filled with full-color pictures and illustrations, and can be used in the classroom, for independent study, or homeschool settings. Created to make mineralogy accessible to beginners, students, and hobbyists. Learn about the order and beauty of minerals shaped by the Creator. Find out the properties of minerals, where they can be found, and how they are used, along with fun facts. Includes a 24-inch, full-color poster! Minerals are a gift of God's grace. Every day they are experienced, from the sight of a diamond in an engagement ring, to a copper chain with a cross on it. Minerals are touched on in video games like Minecraft® and Mineral ValleyTM, making them more a part of daily experiences. Salt, one vital mineral, helps maintain the fluid in blood cells and is used to transmit information in nerves and muscles. Also, Jesus told his followers that they are the salt of the earth (Matthew 5:13), something thus needed for health and flavor. Here is a God-honoring book that reveals the first mention of minerals in the Bible, symbolic usages, their current values in culture and society, and their mention in heaven.

Explore deep into the hidden wonders beneath the surface as cave expert Dr. Emil Silvestru takes readers on an illuminating and educational journey through the mysterious world of caves. Discover the beautiful formations, thriving ecology, unique animals, and fragile balance of this little-seen ecosystem in caves from around the globe. The Cave Book will teach readers about: A creationist model of how caves form; A history of how caves have been used by humans for shelter and worship; How old caves really are; The surprising world of Neanderthals and their connection to modern humans; How to make a stone axe and about early tools; Just how long it really takes for cave formations to form; Unusual animals that make caves their home; Examples of how connected caves are to mythology of many cultures; The Climate and geologic processes and features of caves and karst rocks; The process by which ice caves form Exploration, hazards, and record-setting caves; How caves form, and features about and below the surface. Filled with beautiful and fascinating color photos of caves from around the world, The Cave Book is wonderful guide to this hidden world of wonders. Enjoy learning on this journey of exploration into these exciting and mysterious places underground!

Fossils have fascinated humans for centuries. From the smallest diatoms to the largest dinosaurs, finding a fossil is an exciting and rewarding experience. But where did they come from, and how long have they been around? These and many other questions are answered in this remarkable book. The Fossil Book will teach readers about: The origin of fossils. How to start a personal fossil collection. What kinds of fossils can be commonly found. The age of fossils. How scientists find and preserve fossils. How to identify kinds of fossils. How the flood affected fossil formation. The Geologic Column Diagram. The difference between evolutionists' and creationists' views on fossils. The 'four Cs' of biblical creation. The different kinds of rocks. Fossils are found in coal and oil formation. Learning about fossils, their origins, and how to collect them can be both fun and educational. The abundance of both marine and land fossils and the locations they are found in is a fascinating subject for students of all ages and has been studied by scientists and laypersons alike for many years. Learn what all the excitement is about!

Developed with three educational levels in mind, The Archaeology Book takes readers on an exciting exploration of history and ancient cultures. Readers will learn both the techniques of the archaeologist and the accounts of some of the richest discoveries of the Middle East that demonstrate the accuracy and historicity of the Bible. In The Archaeology Book, readers will unearth: How archaeologists know what life was like in the past. Why broken pottery can tell more than gold or treasure can. Some of the difficulties in dating ancient artifacts. How the brilliance of ancient cultures demonstrates God's creation. History of ancient cultures, including the Hittites, Babylonians, and Egyptians. The early development of the alphabet and its impact on discovery. The numerous archaeological finds that confirm biblical history. Why the Dead Sea scrolls are considered such a vital breakthrough. Filled with vivid full-color photos, detailed drawings, and maps, readers will have access to some of the greatest biblical mysteries ever uncovered. With the enhanced educational format of this book and the unique color-coded, multi-age design, it allows the ease of teaching the fundamentals of archaeology through complex insights to three distinct grade levels. Free downloadable study guide at www.masterbooks.org

The universe is an amazing declaration of the glory and power of God! Beautiful and breathtaking in its scale, the vast expanse of the universe is one that people struggle to study, understand, or even comprehend in terms of its purpose and size. Now take an incredible look at the mysteries and marvels of space in The New Astronomy Book! Discover the best ways to observe the heavens, along with up-to-date astronomical data and concepts. Learn about the dynamics of planets, stars, galaxies, and models for the cosmology of the universe. What is known and what is still being discovered about planets, moons, and comets within the solar system. Those who watch the stars at night will see how they change. This speaks to the enormity and intricacy of design in the universe. While the stars appear timeless, they instead reflect an all-powerful Creator who speaks of them in the Bible. Many ancient pagan cultures taught that the changing stars caused the seasons to change, but unlike these pagan teachings, the Book of Job gives credit to God for both changing stars and seasons (Job 38:31-33). When Job looked at Orion, he saw about what is seen today, even though he may have lived as much as 4,000 years ago.

Rocks firmly anchored to the ground and rocks floating through space are fascinating. Jewelry, houses, and roads are just some of the ways people use what has been made from geologic processes to advance civilization. Whether scrambling over a rocky beach, or gazing at spectacular meteor showers, it's not possible to get enough of geology! The Geology Book will teach reader: What really carved the Grand Canyon. How thick the Earth's crust is. The varied features of the Earth's surface, from plains to peaks. How sedimentary deposition occurs through water, wind, and ice. Effects of erosion. Ways in which sediments become sedimentary rock. Fossilization and the age of the dinosaurs. The powerful effects of volcanic activity. Continental drift theory. Radioisotope and carbon dating. Geologic processes of the past. The planet is a most suitable home. Its practical benefits are also enhanced by the sheer beauty of rolling hills, solitary plains, churning seas and rivers, and majestic mountains, all set in place by processes that are relevant to today's entire population of this spinning rock called home.