Books in New True Books: Science series

A brief history of the Choctaw Indian tribe

Discusses the erosion and pollution of soil, the harmful effects of these processes, and ways of preventing them

Describes the mountains, waterfalls, glaciers, Giant Sequoia trees, wildlife, and other sights of interest in California's Yosemite National Park

Discusses the formation of glaciers and their broken off pieces, icebergs; the way they shape the earth; and why scientists study them.

Examines the characteristics of simple plants that do not have seeds, including algae, fungi, lichen, mosses, and ferns, with a brief look at bacteria

Discusses the benefits of air, its pollution, and the harmful effects of and ways of avoiding air pollution

Briefly describes Africa's regions: the Middle East countries, the Sahara, the equatorial rain forest, the west coast, east Africa, island countries off the southeast coast, and southern Africa.

A brief history of the Cheyenne Indians, who call themselves "The People"

Looks at the history and geography of Russia, and recounts the events that led to the breakup of the Soviet Union

Traces the rise of the Incan civilization with emphasis on their culture, social structure, government, economy, and the fatal encounter with the Spanish conquistadors which brought about the end of their society.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, endangered status, and symbolism associated with the bald eagle.

Describes red and gray kangaroos, looks at their characteristics, behavior, and life cycle, and discusses threats to their future