Books in Dover Children's Science Books series

Follow Sara and Jamie into the Land of Dots with colored pencil or crayon in hand and watch their adventures unfold before your eyes. Journeying into this extraordinary land, these two intrepid travelers meet all sorts of fantastic characters — elves and fairies, oversized animals, nursery-rhyme friends, and mythological creatures — and take jaunty side trips up into the nighttime sky and down into the deep blue sea.For generations children have enjoyed the "follow the dots" format: now with Anna Pomaska's Follow the Dots Coloring Book they can have that favorite pastime in coloring-book form. They can link the numbered dots together to create 45 delightful pictures, which may then be colored. And all the while, young readers will be following the adventures of Sara and Jamie in charming, easy-to-read captions.

Do you like challenges? You'll find plenty in this entertaining book filled with cleverly hidden pictures. Look closely at each of the 24 full-page illustrations to discover some very unusual objects located in out-of-the-way places.A peaceful tableau of a lion and its mate reveals — on closer examination — a clothespin, spool of thread, teddy bear, and ear of corn, among other items. And that appealing scene of puppies at play also includes a barbecue fork, seahorse, two carrots, party cap, fireman's ax, and an ice cream scoop.Older children and adults can sharpen their perception skills as they look for hidden pictures. Each charmingly rendered illustration is accompanied by a list of the items to be found in that picture.

Kids can have fun as they discover the speed of the fastest animal, which insect can jump 500 times its own height, how many muscles you use when you smile, and dozens of other interesting and surprising facts. Each of these 46 challenges poses a question that can be answered by following a maze to its end. Solutions provided. Nature Fun Facts Mazes and other Spark titles offer a wide variety of engaging activities that will foster creativity in children ages 6 to 10. Previously published as Nature Trivia Mazes.

Do you have what it takes to be a crime scene investigator? Any budding detective with an interest in police work will be fascinated by this inside look at detection and forensic science. A series of Crime Labs focus on practicing specific techniques, and Crime Lab Exercises explore the principles behind the methods of detection. Learn how to record and lift fingerprints, identify a ransom note's ink, and reveal messages on a seemingly blank page. You'll also discover approaches to code cracking; voice pattern analysis; and matching hair, clothing, and tissue samples. A history of forensic science is included in this eye-opening look at crime detection, along with true-life tales of famous sleuths and remarkable cases."An entertaining title for junior detectives, recreational readers, and science-fair students." — School Library Journal"Detective wannabes will find a wealth of how-to tips." — New York Newsday

Enter a delightful, make-believe world filled with unicorn-themed puzzles that will provide hours of enchanting fun! More than 30 activities — each featuring whimsical drawings of the lovable fantasy creatures — include mazes, word puzzles, secret codes, spot the differences, hidden pictures, and loads of other entertaining challenges. Answers included.

Enter the enchanting world of fairies and discover their hidden secrets! It's a treat to tiptoe into the dazzling realm of pixies, leprechauns, wizards, and unicorns. With this magical book of 24 hidden pictures, you can be a fairyland detective and search out the everyday items concealed under a gnome's toadstool, beside a dragon's tail, and next to an elf's shoe. Clues appear at the bottom of each page, and solutions are provided at the end.

Solve the puzzles to discover your body's workings, inside and out! Find your way through a maze of arms and legs, spot the differences in a cluster of noses, and identify the heart's parts in a seek-and-find puzzle! These and other challenges are loaded with fascinating facts about the human body, from eyes, teeth, hair, and other external features to internal organs, blood, and muscles. The pictures are fun to color, too!

Hundreds of years ago, warriors identified themselves in battle by using certain colors and symbols on their shields. Later, these distinguishing marks also appeared on surcoats worn over armor. Thus, the term "coat of arms" was born.Now, with genealogist Rosemary Chorzempa's fascinating new book, anyone interested in the ancient and distinctive language of heraldry can create his or her own coat of arms. This easy-to-read, profusely illustrated guide to the history, symbolism, and construction of heraldic devices allows even a child to fashion authentic designs.Step-by-step directions tell how to trace the shape of the shield and its divisions and how to select symbols that reflect personal origins, traits, and achievements. (Forty-seven illustrations include human forms and manmade objects such as forearms, helmets, crowns, whips, books, crosses, bells, and much more. Celestial, plant, and animal shapes include suns, roses, trees, eagles, bars, dolphins, dragons, and serpents.) You'll find tips on necessary materials, how to color and outline your design, how to achieve professional results, and even how to register your coat of arms. You'll also find sample coats of arms belonging to some of the world's most famous people, corporations, and nations.Once you've finished your emblem, you may want to display your work on personal belongings such as a hooked rug, a wall hanging, or other needlecraft projects. Decorate a plate, mug, or other ceramic objects — or make sew-on patches, pin-on badges, and T-shirt decals. Rubber stamps, bookplates, stationery, and jewelry can be custom-made to depict your coat of arms.Here's a book for lovers of traditional design and for those interested in the study of family histories, relationships, and accomplishments — a veritable treasury of information for anyone wishing to display his or her family's roots in a long-cherished form.

More than 70 holiday-themed activities feature all kinds of colorful, seasonal treats: gingerbread men, sugar plum fairies, Christmas trees, flying reindeer, and, of course, happy unicorns! It's packed with all kinds of festive fun, from memory and matching games to spot the differences, word searches, mazes, math challenges, drawing lessons, and lots more. Answers included.

From puff adders and sidewinders to bushmasters and king cobras, there are more than 250 kinds of poisonous snakes throughout the world. This illustrated book reveals where they live, what they eat, and how they behave. It also describes which snakes pose no danger to humans, how snakes are "milked," how anti-venom is made, and what to do if you're bitten.Praised by The New York Times as "the dean of children's science writers," Seymour Simon is the author of more than 250 acclaimed science books. His fact-filled, easy-to-read explanations will intrigue readers of all ages.

This book is a triple treat for children: a collection of fairy tales, a puzzle book and a coloring book — all at the same time! You will enjoy reading these brief versions of The Wizard of Oz, Alice in Wonderland, Sleeping Beauty, Hansel and Gretel, Pinocchio, and 15 other favorite fairy tales. A delightful drawing by Anna Pomaska accompanies each story. Look very carefully: hidden in each drawing, in the most unexpected places, you will find a whole grab bag of objects from the story. And while you are hunting, you can color the picture any way you choose. Solutions to all the puzzles are given in the back of the book.