Woods, Geraldine

Recounts the life story of the puppeteer whose remarkable creations, the Muppets, have found success in television and other media.

Discusses animals of the sea that have caused fear in men--from sharks, whales, and giant squids to octopuses, eels, and piranhas.

Discusses the dragon, unicorn, phoenix, kraken, roc, griffin, Sasquatch, Yeti, Loch Ness monster, and other mysterious beasts.

Discusses the achievements of the ancient Egyptians in science, mathematics, astronomy, medicine, agriculture, and technology.

Discusses the narcotic drug heroin, explaining its history, how it is made, and the dangers of addiction.

Discusses the scientific accomplishments in such fields as medicine, mathematics, engineering, and astronomy of various groups of American Indians.

Discusses the achievements of the ancient Egyptians in science, mathematics, astronomy, medicine, agriculture, and technology.