Pringle, Laurence P

A brief introduction to one of the world's most durable insect species that has survived over 300 million years and thrives almost anywhere in the world.

When Mom goes out for the evening, Becky and Jesse enjoy playing games with their Dad.

Considers the problem of refuse disposal and the importance of salvaging minerals and other useful substances from waste products.

Introduces in text and photographs the physical characteristics and plant and animal inhabitants of one of earth's most valuable ecosystems - the estuary.

Introduces the plants, insects, birds, and mammals that make up the ecosystem of a city and its suburbs.

Traces the research on dinosaurs since the first discoveries of their fossils and presents some of the startling new ideas now being considered regarding what they were really like.

Describes the domain and habits of fishers--weasels that live in North American forests.

Explores various species of shark found in the Earth's oceans, describing their eating habits and what they look like.

Surveys the history and development of nuclear power and presents both sides of the controversy surrounding its use.

Discusses the language of the wary, clever crow.