Collard, Sneed B

Defines the earth's land ecosystems through the characteristic plants and animals found in each.

Colorful illustrations and simple text describe the mechanics of flight and how various animals can fly.

Defines the earth's land ecosystems through the characteristic plants and animals found in each.

A biography of Benjamin Franklin, discussing his early life and education in colonial America, his inquisitive nature, his work as a printer, author, scientist, and inventor, and his role in the Revolutionary War.

Text and photographs introduce the physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats of a variety of lizards.

A closer look at some animals that seem scary or creepy reveals that they may not be so odd or frightening after all.

Describes events and cultural developments all over the world 1,000 years ago, including the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

Presents a comprehensive examination into the efforts to restore the native tallgrass prairie to an eight-thousand acre reserve in central Iowa, and describes the process of reintroducing prairie plants and wildlife, including the Regal Fritillary butterfly.

Describes the mating rituals and reproductive methods of a variety of animals, including flat worms, jellyfish, chameleons, and walruses.

Looks at what is known about sea dragons, or underwater reptiles, that lived during the time of the dinosaurs, examining the discovery of the first fossils in the nineteenth century, and discussing the evolution, survival, and extinction of these ancient marine animals.