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Reptiles
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2004)Millions of years ago, mighty reptiles known as dinosaurs ruled the earth. Though they died out long ago, students still enjoy learning about their modern-day reptile relatives, from common snakes and turtles to the more bizarre worm lizards and tuataras.
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Mammals
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2004)Want a good example of a mammal? Look in the mirror! Young readers will discover what they have in common with both the family cat and the mighty grizzly bear while they explore the many different kinds of mammals that are our closest relatives in the animal world.
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Chameleons
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 1993)An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and life cycle of the lizard known for its ability to change color.
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Hurricanes
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, July 1, 1996)Briefly describes the Hurricane, why they form and where they are the most common.
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The Space Shuttle
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Jan. 1, 1994)Discusses the development of reusable spacecraft and how they have been used and describes the typical flight of a space shuttle.
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Kangaroos
Peter Murray
Library Binding (The Childs World Inc, Aug. 1, 2005)Most people are familiar with the adorable image of a mother kangaroo bouncing to and fro and occasionally pausing to tend to her joey. This title furthers readers' knowledge of the well-known marsupials by examining everything from their sense of locomotion to the manner in which they care for their young. 'Kangaroos' teaches kids about the history of these remarkable animals in Australia and New Guinea and emphasizes the importance of protecting them and preserving their habitat.
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