Books published by publisher Golden Guides from St. Martin's Press

A lavishly illustrated guide to setting up, maintaining, understanding, and enjoying an aquarium for tropical fish and other animals. Including:-Selecting the aquarium-Lights, temperature, and decorations-Feeding your fish and keeping them healthyThe fish and other organisms described and illustrated have been selected on the basis of their availability, beauty, and general interest.

This eBook is best viewed on a color device.Reptiles of North America by Hobart M. Smith and Edmund D. Brodie, Jr.Discover the Red-bellied Turtle, which is nearly extinct. Uncover a Garter Snake in your backyard. Locate an Alligator Lizard--or a Legless one. Identifying reptiles is fascinating and fun with this classic Golden Field Guide. Abundant illustrations and the Key Characteristic system, preferred by professionals, make this single-volume reference an outstanding choice for nature projects, collectors of all ages, and scientific study.-All of North America in one volume-278 species and 500 subspecies in 22 families...plus 18 exotics-Illustrations include juveniles and adults, body forms, undersides, scales, and more!-Text, range maps, and illustrations seen together at a glance-Common and scientific names-Convenient measuring rules...Plus first aid information for snakebites.

Enjoy and Learn!Expert Knowledge!Easy-to-Read!This handy guide to the most common, important and showy North American insects will help the novice begin a fascinating study. Includes:A key to insect groupsMature and immature formsHow insects grow and develop and what they eatHow to find and observe themFull color pictures, nontechnical language, and up-to-date range maps make this a gem of a guide for beginners at any age.

You are not alone!What do you do when...Your toddler goes berserk because the meatloaf touches the green beans on his plate?Your son keeps missing when he's standing at the potty?Your child's bedroom is overrun with nighttime monsters?Parents magazine's It Worked for Me! clears up these and thousands of other quandaries. And the solutions come from people who have been through it all: parents just like you. With busy schedules, we often don't find the time to share our parenting advice or commiserate about daily hassles. Now, parents can again take comfort in knowing that others not only have had similar experiences, but also that they have found inventive solutions stemming from their own wisdom and compassion.Based on Parents magazine's popular column, this comprehensive collection of surefire tips and techniques covers the entire gamut of child rearing--beathing, feeding, dressing, discipline, bedtime, playtime, school, television, and much, much more. From divorce and separations anxiety to making the deccision to go back to work and helping children adjust to a new child-provider, parents will find creative and practical solutions for nearly any situation. So breathe a sigh of relief. Won't it be good to have a voice of experience on the bookshelf?Parents magazine has been America's #1 family magazine since 1926.

This eBook is best viewed on a color device.This introduction to the life of the past as revealed through fossils includes:-Descriptions of the typical plants and animals of major geological eras-Maps showing where fossils can be found-The history of the development of life on earthFull-color illustrations and concise information make this an invaluable and enjoyable guide to a fascinating subject.

From the regal lion to the adorable domesticated kitten, cats are one of the most captivating species on the planet. This guide gives an in-depth look at the wonderful diversity and beauty of cats of all shapes and sizes.Experience Nature Up CloseFeaturing stunning photograph and fact-filled, easy-to-read text.Explore the history of domestic cats, which began thousands of years agoView the striped fur that camouflages a Bengal tiger as it huntsUnderstand how cats always manage to land on their feet

Richard Walker is an award-winning author of books about natural history and human biology for both children and adults, including Kingfisher Knowledge: Human Body. He has a Ph.D. in zoology. As a former biology teacher he has a practical understanding of the importance of accessible reference materials. Featuring stunning photography and fact-filled, easy-to-read text, The Human Body explores the intricate connections between body systems, from digestion to respiration to reproduction. Photographs show the CAT scan images and computer models that doctors use to diagnose and understand disease, and the text explores the science of genetics, the base of all life on earth.Kingfisher Knowledge takes readers into the heart of a subject. Vivid photographs and thought-provoking digital artwork capture the essence of each topic, while compelling text guides the reader through a wealth of information. Each chapter encourages the reader to discover more through links to web sites, books, and places to visit and even suggests possible career opportunities. Golden Photo Guides from St. Martin's Press are a series of natural history books introducing younger students to fascinating subjects through beautiful, full-color photography and simple, engaging text.