A First book

Describes the characteristics of the two planets closest to the sun and their relationship to the earth.

An examination of Iraq's history, geography, government, economy, people, and culture with mention of oil and the volatile politics of today.

Introduces the history and culture of Egypt and discusses Egypt's position in the politics of the Middle East today.

Examines different types of animals that are poisonous, either through their bite, sting, or touch.

Traces the history of Connecticut from the arrival of the first settlers in 1632 through the ratification of the Constitution in 1788.

Describes the design and building of various cathedrals throughout the world from the early Middle Ages to the present day.

Highlights the history of bicycles, discusses safety rules, presents guidelines for selecting and maintaining a bicycle, and offers suggestions for games, rides, and tours.

Describes the life and work of the talented inventor and resourceful businessman, with special emphasis on his development of the steamboat.

Discusses the menstrual cycle, abnormalities and their treatment, and the significance of menstruation in one's life.

Examines the life and career of General Colin L. Powell, the first black chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Introduces the bodies in space also known as planetoids, minor planets, or when they stray from their paths, meteoroids.

Describes various insect-eating plants including the Venus Flytrap, pitcher plants, and bladderworts.

A biography of the pioneering aviator, trained by the Wright brothers, who completed the first flight across the United States in 1911.

Briefly traces the explorations of Columbus, Cortés, Pizarro, Cabeza de Vaca, and Coronado and their effects on the civilizations of the New World.

Discusses the formation, types, and locations of volcanoes and describes the eruptions of Parícutin, Vesuvius, Krakatoa, Mont Pelée, and Mount St. Helens.

Explores the portrayal of dwarfs in folklore, the causes and treatment of dwarfism, and the challenges of living in a society where bigger is thought to be better.

Discusses the study, origins, symptoms, treatment and control of Lyme disease.

A brief history of the winter Olympic games, with descriptions of individual events and profiles of several past champions.

Discusses the discovery of cells, their structure and functions, and new experiments in DNA research.

Describes the phenomenon of feral children, and relates several historical case studies of children found in the wild or surviving with limited human contact.

Explains each of the twenty-six amendments to the Constitution.

Describes the operation of a zoo and the duties of various zoo employees including the preparation and cleaning of cages and the feeding and care of animals.

Covers the life of American pilot Wiley Post and his record-setting solo flight around the world in 1933.

An introduction to the history, art, and people of the world's smallest nation, with special emphasis on the duties of the Pope.

Traces the treatment of giants in folklore, the challenges faced by unusually tall people throughout history, the medical reasons behind gigantism and acromegaly, and the prejudices that tall people find today.

Discusses the design, purpose, and excavation of the pyramids of ancient Egypt, the Egyptians' beliefs about death, how mummies were made, and some legends about the pyramids.

An introduction to the physicaL characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of animals without backbones such as sponges, jellyfishes, sea anemones, worms, octopuses, and oysters.

Traces the history of New Hampshire from its discovery to its ratification of the Constitution. Includes a list of colonial sights in modern New Hampshire.

Describes albinism, the inherited condition in which the individual lacks or has a shortage of melanin, the substance responsible for the body's coloring.

A brief look at the history, geography, culture, and present-day events and conditions in six countries located in the western bulge of Africa.

Describes how the Wright brothers developed the first airplane and places their achievement in the context of the aeronautic technology of the time.

Describes the impact of the westward migration of the white settlers on the Indians of the Great Plains which culminated in the massacre of Custer and his men in the battle at Little Big Horn in 1876.

Discusses the origin and composition of the earth's crust, the ways in which it is continually changing, its importance to man, and what it reveals about the history of the earth.

Explains in detail the practicalities involved in keeping frogs, toads, salamanders, snakes, lizards, and turtles as pets.

Discusses the history, customs, and current situation of the Cherokee Indians.

Describes the history, culture, religion, and traditions of the Shawnee Indians.

Introduces basic theories about the nature and behavior of the atom and the field of nuclear physics.

Describes the symptoms and treatment of common childhood diseases and infections and lists basic immunization vaccines.

Introduces the history, geography, economy, government, culture, and people of Bangladesh and Pakistan emphasizing the differences between them.

Describes the types of flowers that grow in various climates and environments around the world.

Explains the rules and basic strategy of racquetball and discusses the necessary equipment and ways of improving one's game.

Discusses the origin of the sport of karting, type of engine and car used, racing events, and the popularity this sport now enjoys.

Discusses the discovery and features of the large outer planets of our solar system.

Surveys the geography, people, government, daily life, resources, economy, and wildlife of Australia.

Discusses the steps in producing a theatrical production from early planning stages to the final curtain.

Describes nine oil-producing countries and sheikdoms and the effect of this commodity on their economy, political situation, and people.

Describes briefly nineteen mammals native to the coldest areas of the world. Includes the walrus, whale, lemming, wolverine, caribou, and musk-ox.

Discusses the environmental conditions of rain forests, the plants and animals that live in these forests, and the dangers of deforestation.

Describes kinds of floods, including those caused by tsunamis and hurricanes, flood watches and warnings, rivers that are flood prone, preventive measures, and various floods of the past.

An explanation of the current assistance system for the poor in the United States and some alternative programs to consider for the future.

Explores the phenomenon of multiple births, including those of twins, triplets, and larger groupings, discussing possible causes, medical issues, effects on the families, and other moral and practical concerns.

Presents accounts of several fires which resulted in numerous deaths or considerable loss of property.

Discusses the menstrual cycle, abnormalities and their treatment, and the significance of menstruation in one's life. Includes a glossary of medical terms.

Explains the pros and cons of various fuels and energy sources and discusses why we must and how we can conserve energy.

A history of the tenth colony founded in America, which became known as the Keystone State.

Follows the activities of a young boy as his family attends a Wampanoag powwow, describing the significance of some of the events at the gathering, particularly the dances.

Discusses the history and organization of the Olympics, describing the individual sporting events of the summer Olympics.

Discusses the history of the FBI, training and work of Special Agents, and the operation of the FBI Laboratory and Identification Division.

Describes the conception of the space shuttle, its construction, its functions, and its potential for future space travel.

Examines Bill Clinton's first four years in office as president, including his work on domestic affairs and foreign relations.

Discusses bones and joint structures, the fractures, dislocations, and sprains that injure them, and techniques of treatment, including first aid.

Explores the issue of conjoined twins, including a discussion of the difficult decision regarding physical separation that parents must face.

Describes the selection, training, and accomplishments of various breeds of working dogs.

Traces the history of guilds from their beginnings in medieval Europe to their decline in the sixteenth century.

Describes the life of the Indians who established villages in the area of Lake Huron where there were forests, rivers, and favorable conditions for growing crops.

Describes plants, such as the Catalina mahogany, dwarf ilianus, and Okeechobee gourd, that are at risk of becoming extinct and efforts to save them.

Discusses alternate sources of energy such as the sun, wind, and water, which are both renewable and harmless to the environment.

Examines how archaeologists discover ancient burial tombs, and the secrets these tombs reveal about the cultures of such Indian civilizations as the Moche, Quipus, Mayas, Aztecs, and Anasazi.

Discusses gambling, its various types, people who gamble, and gambling disease.

Discusses the traditional and modern way of life of the Chippewa, examining their culture, religion, and politics.

Examines the history, culture, daily life, and current situation of the Tohono O'odham, whose name means "the Desert People."