A First book

Discusses the habits and physical characteristics of the dolphin and discusses experiments conducted to determine the potential of this animal's high intelligence.

Puzzles involving coins, numbers, matches, and words, as well as optical illusions and brain twisters. Answers included.

Describes the history, goals, organization, and specialized agencies of the United Nations and examines the world problems it encounters.

Explains the basic social rules for dining, making introductions, visiting away from home, giving parties, talking on the telephone, and writing letters.

Explains how astronomers are using new kinds of telescopes, computerized cameras, and space probes to generate new theories about the universe and its mysteries.

Uses photographs and other recent findings to describe the atmosphere and geographic features of the sun.

Discusses the Chilula Indians, their way of life, food, dress, crafts, religion, and how the arrival of Europeans changed their way of life.

A study of the effects and abuse of the drug cocaine, a history of the use of cocaine and its trade, and a discussion of treatments for cocaine addiction.

Describes the features and options in a student newspaper, the planning needed to organize it, and the methods of producing it. Includes a style sheet and glossary.

Discusses the best known of the poisonous snakes, which use poison mainly for killing or paralyzing their prey, as an aid to digestion, and for protection.