Petty, Kate

Sam visits the doctor for a check-up; has his eyesight & hearing tested, his heart listened to & gets an injection.

A brief introduction to the characteristics and habits of various kinds of sharks.

Examines why tidal waves happen, how they form, and what kinds of destruction they can cause, as well as describing some major tidal waves in history.

Maps, facts, and activities introduce the countries and regions of the world.

Describes various kinds of modern robots and their uses in industry, home life, underwater work, and space.

Explains in simple language how the microcomputer used at school or home works and things it can be programmed to do.

Ma, Pa, and the rest of the family try a variety of amusing things to get their baby to laugh, but he persists in his bad mood until his brother the sheriff arrives with a challenge.

Details the ways in which the Earth's many minerals and natural resources are harvested and used to create such everyday items as TVs, cars, metal, plastic, and glass. Features pop-ups, tabs, and wheels throughout that give the reader an interactive, hands-on experience.

Color photographs and simple text describe the birth and development of a bear cub, its parent's care, and its social interaction.

An introduction to lizards, snakes, turtles, and crocodiles, the cold-blooded animals that lay their eggs on land.