Ailynn Collins

Strong winds, heavy rainfall, and huge waves are all dangers of hurricanes. Their force affects not only people, but also the environment. Trees in mangrove forests can die. Animals' homes and nesting areas can be destroyed. Some animals can even be carried miles away from their homes. Learn about the steps people can take to help affected areas recover from...

Tsunamis can be more than 100 feet tall! After tsunamis crash into a coastline, their harmful effects can linger for years. Besides the impact to people, they can be disastrous for the environment. Tsunamis can strip sand from beaches and uproot trees. Salt from ocean water can seep into the ground and keep plants from growing. Tsunamis also kill many...

From the sun shining on us during the day to fireflies twinkling at night, our world is illuminated by light. Have you ever wondered what light is, how it works, and why we can see it? Here's your chance to find out! Join super scientist Max Axiom in his personal lab to learn all about light. Then follow along as...

From decorative refrigerator magnets to Earth itself, we are surrounded by magnetism. Have you ever wondered how magnets work and why they're attracted to some objects? Here's your chance to find out! Join Super Scientist Max Axiom in his personal lab to learn all about magnets and magnetism. Then follow along as he demonstrates several fun experiments with magnets that...

From the written word to the cell phone, human communication has come a long way. What might the future hold? Readers can discover how virtual reality, holograms, and a fully connected internet of things may affect how they communicate in the near and distant future. Future of Communications from Texting to Augmented Reality by Ailynn Collins explores these exciting possibilities,...