Collard, Sneed B

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.

Presents a description of the process by which hundreds of coral participate in a mass spawning event each spring, on Australia's Great Barrier Reef, describing how they release their sperm and eggs into the ocean, are fertilized,then fend of various predators in the ocean.

Amy and her mother look for a very special butterfly while attending the annual Fourth of July Butterfly Count at a prairie restoration site. Includes factual information about butterflies and how to attract and watch them.

Describes the biologists who manage the Lizard Island Research Station and their activities studying and protecting the Great Barrier Reef.

The ecology of tropical forests that grow at high altitudes is described through the eyes of scientists who live and work at the Monteverde Cloud Forest Preserve in Costa Rica.

Presents an illustrated biography of founding father and third president of the United States, Thomas Jefferson.

Presents an illustrated biography of American First Lady and humanitarian Eleanor Roosevelt.

Describes the lives and interaction of animals and plants that inhabit the many worlds of water.

Describes some of the exotic plants and animals that live in the cloud forest of Costa Rica, and discusses some environmental threats faced by this region.

Simple text describes various bird beaks and how birds use them to eat, hunt, and gather food. Includes a quiz.