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  • World in a Drop of Water

    Alvin and Virginia Silverstein

    Hardcover (Atheneum, Jan. 1, 1970)
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  • The Code of Life

    Alvin Silverstein, Virginia Silverstein

    Paperback (Dover Publications, Sept. 10, 2004)
    The authors of more than twenty science books for children, the Silversteins here clearly and concisely present a fascinating, but intricate, subject to middle-school-aged youngsters. In this case, they describe how DNA works, how a human cell forms, what happens when "the code" goes wrong, and related topics. This book makes "students aware of an important and exciting field of research and its possible impact on all our lives" — Library Journal.
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  • The Skeletal System: Frameworks for Life

    Alvin Silverstein, Virginia Silverstein

    Library Binding (Prentice Hall, March 1, 1972)
    Analyzes the structure and function of the human skeletal system and compares it with that of other animals.
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  • Sea Otter

    Alvin Silverstein, Robert Silverstein, Virginia Silverstein

    Paperback (Millbrook Press, July 1, 1996)
    Presents a wealth of information about sea otters and efforts to save them
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  • Poop Collectors, Armpit Sniffers, and More: The Yucky Jobs Book

    Dr Alvin Silverstein, Dr Virginia Silverstein, Laura Silverstein Nunn

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Dec. 1, 2010)
    Would you work in a sewer? How about a hospital emergency room? There are many jobs people enjoy doing that you might think are yucky. Find out about jobs that get you dirty, like hot tar roofing, and jobs that aren’t for the faint of heart, like embalming. An accurate and engaging title that is sure to get even the most reluctant reader turning the pages.
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  • Nature's Champions: The Biggest, the Fastest, the Best

    Alvin Silverstein, Virginia Silverstein

    Paperback (Dover Publications, Aug. 5, 2003)
    Fascinating profiles of 29 of the world's most remarkable species of animal and plant life. Simple enough for young readers, this book abounds with intriguing information that will also captivate adults. Included are astonishing facts and illustrations of the world's fastest runner, the best jumper, and other natural wonders. 50 illustrations.
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  • cells: building blocks of life

    virginia b. silverstein, alvin dr. & silverstein

    Hardcover (Prentice-Hall, March 15, 1971)
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  • The Mystery of Sleep

    Alvin Silverstein, Virginia Silverstein

    Library Binding (Little Brown & Co, )
    None
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  • What Are Germs?

    Alvin Silverstein, Virginia Silverstein, Laura Silverstein Nunn, Silverstein, Dr. Alvin, Virginia Silverstein,

    Paperback (Franklin Watts, March 16, 2003)
    Explains the science of germs and emphasizes the importance of maintaining personal health.
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  • Smog, Oil Spills, Sewage, and More: The Yucky Pollution Book

    Dr Alvin Silverstein, Dr Virginia Silverstein, Laura Silverstein Nunn

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Dec. 1, 2010)
    Hundreds of years ago, people used to just toss their trash right out their back doors. Modern people have invented lots of ways to keep things clean—but we still have to deal with pollution problems like smog, litter, and oil spills. Learn about things that make our planet dirty in this great addition to the YUCKY SCIENCE series.
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  • Gerbils: All About Them

    Alvin Silverstein, Virginia Silverstein

    Hardcover (Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, April 1, 1976)
    Provides instructions for raising, training, and caring for gerbils, including a description of the characteristics and habitats of gerbils in their natural setting and in captivity as laboratory animals
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  • Hamsters: All About Them

    Alvin Silverstein, Virginia Silverstein

    Hardcover (William Morrow & Co, Oct. 1, 1974)
    Describes the traits of hamsters, their behavior and care as pets and use in the laboratory
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