Joyce Pope

Describes the appearance and behavior of such nocturnal animals as the owl, bat, and moth.

Discusses the nature and origin of fossils, the collection and study of them, and what they can tell us about creatures of the past.

Discusses how and why different kinds of animals migrate, the preparations they make for their journeys, and how they find their way.

Describes the habitats and activities of creatures that live in darkness.

Examines some of the wonders of nature, under such headings as "Strange Habitats," "Strange Families," and "Staying Alive."

Discusses poisons in sea animals, insects, spiders, amphibians, lizards, snakes, and mammals.

Surveys the many uses of plants, including nutrition, fuel, building, gardening, and medicine.

Surveys those plants which depend upon animals or other plants for their habitat or survival.

Discusses the selection, feeding, exercise, and health and hygiene of a pet mouse or rat.

Information for choosing, housing, feeding, and caring for a rabbit in your home.

Provides tips on keeping a fish as a pet, including how to select, house, feed, and care for your new fish.

Text and illustrations provide a guide to choosing, housing, grooming, feeding, and training a pet dog.

Text and illustrations provide a guide to choosing, housing, grooming, feeding, and training a pet cat.