Rowland-Entwistle, Theodore

Describes the characteristics of a variety of prehistoric life forms from the simplest to the most complex with emphasis on reptiles and humans.

Plates illustrate scenes from the history of technology and civilization. Each plate contains deliberate errors or anachronisms to test the reader.

Describes the characteristics of tropical rain forests and other kinds of jungles and examines their effect on the plants, animals, and people living in or near them.

Describes the reasons for the regular migrations of such animals as seals, caribou, lemmings, birds, and insects.

Examines various kinds of flags and includes their history and uses.

Describes the characteristics of different kinds of rivers and lakes and their importance to the surrounding plant, animal, and human life.

Introduces the elements that make up weather and climate, discusses methods of gathering data and forecasting the weather, and examines the climate's effects on animals and vegetation, and the effect of human activities on climate.

Tells about the different kinds of homes around the world. Includes caves, teepees, bungalows, and palaces.