Junior science books

Discusses the characteristics and habits of beavers, the master engineers who can change the flow of waterways.

Presents the penguins of the Edinburgh zoo, telling how they are caught and cared for; examines the evolution of the penguin and his adaptation to the climatic changes of Antarctica; and describes the life and habits of the Ad?lie and Emperor penguins.

Describes the life cycle of the knobbed whelk, identifies different types of shells and their usefulness to man, and gives suggestions for building a shell collection.

Describes prehistoric and present day elephants, and discusses how elephants are used today and their value to society.

An introduction to bird watching that includes advice on building bird feeders and houses, putting out food and bird baths, and identifying some common birds.

Describes the life cycle of the knobbed whelk, identifies different types of shells and their usefulness to man, and gives suggestions for building a shell collection.

An introduction to bird watching that includes advice on building bird feeders and houses, putting out food and bird baths, and identifying some common birds.

Discusses the cat family from prehistoric times to the present, including the saber tooth tiger, lynx, puma, lion, tiger and many others, and explains the special characteristics of each.