Fowler, Allan

Discusses the parts of the eye and how that organ works to give us our view of the world.

Briefly describes the appearance and habits of such birds that live and feed near the water as the auk, puffin, pelican, gannet, cormorant, and albatross.

Defines the physical characteristics and uses of human and animal tongues, as well as other meanings of the word that can describe a language or part of a shoe.

Briefly explains how different animals see.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of cats and examines some different kinds.

Explains basic likenesses and differences between frogs and toads.

Describes the various sizes and shapes of different types of dogs and some of the jobs they do.

Discusses the growing, processing, and eating of wheat, one of the most common types of grain in the United States.

Compares the two arms and two legs that humans have with the limbs of other animals and how they are used.

Identifies the characteristics of insects and describes some of their useful activities and products.