Steele, Philip

Surveys some of the land mammals that became extinct naturally, long ago, and their present-day descendants who are threatened with extinction by man and his activities.

Presents brief facts about astronomy including information about the origins of the science, the solar system, various constellations and galaxies, and other phenomena relating to outer space.

Describes the world's deserts and how they were formed and discusses which plants, animals, and people can survive in them.

Briefly presents facts about birds, regarding their flight, their eggs, their courtship posture, and many other aspects of their lives.

Briefly presents facts about many different kinds of reptiles, their physical characteristics, habitats, behavior, and other aspects of their lives.

Briefly presents facts about many different kinds of insects, their physical characteristics, habitats, life cycles, and other aspects of their lives.

Describes outer space, the history of space travel, and the types of vehicles that have been used and will be used in the future for space exploration.

Discusses many aspects of cars and trucks, including their history, different kinds, how they are designed and built, and how they work.

Describes the history of different kinds of planes, as well as their parts, maintenance, and uses.

Describes different types of trains, their history, maintenance, and uses.