caves

"There is a famous cave located just outside of Spooksville. A lot of stories surround the dark place-scary ones as well as exciting ones. Adam decides to explore the cave with his friends Watch, Sally and Cindy. But the moment they step inside the cave, the entrance closes behind them. Trapped, in the dark, they walk deeper and deeper into the cave, frantically searching for a way out. But the batteries in their flashlights begin to run low. And then they realize something is following them. Something that has been in the cave for a long time...something big, black, and hungry."--P. [4] of cover.

Explores six hidden underground areas in North America.

Take a peek inside this easy-to-read book to discover the plants and animals that live in a cave. Excellent photos and a simple design beautifully support early readers.

Pictures and questions stimulate discussion about animals, tunnels, pipes, and even men underground.

Barbara Hurd chronicles the experiences she has had while exploring caves around the world and traces the natural histories of some of the world's most famous caves.

The author describes his experiences as a member of several scientific expeditions in search of never-before-seen, underground life-forms, and discusses the debates that have arisen in the scientific community over some of the discoveries.

Provides a basic introduction to caves, including geographical information and plant and animal life.

Looks at the different animals and insects that use caves as homes and hiding places, and examines some of the features of caves.

Burned by her own government in a trumped-up scandal, Hallie Leland said she would never return to the world of espionage and its dangerous secrets. But she is unable to resist a shocking summons from the White House. A mysterious epidemic is killing American soldiers overseas and is posed for an outbreak in the United States. The only organism that works as an antidote can be found in only one cave in Mexico. Can Hallie survive drug cartels, federal agents and the normal terrors of caving such as flooded tunnels, chasms, and mind-warping blackness?.