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  • A First Look at Cats

    Millicent Ellis Selsam, Joyce Hunt, Harriett Springer

    Hardcover (Walker & Co, Feb. 1, 1981)
    A brief introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various members of the cat family.
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  • A First Look at Animals With Backbones

    Millicent Ellis Selsam, Joyce Hunt, Harriett Springer

    Hardcover (Walker & Co, Dec. 1, 1978)
    An introduction to the characteristics of the major groups of vertebrates: fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals.
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  • A First Look at Bats

    Millicent Ellis Selsam, Joyce Hunt, Harriett Springer

    Library Binding (Walker & Co, Aug. 1, 1991)
    Describes the distinctive characteristics of bats and views several different species
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  • A New Duck

    Pamela Hickman, Heather Collins

    Hardcover (Kids Can Press, April 1, 1999)
    In A New Duck, Paul visits a city park through the seasons and observes Mallard ducks as they develop from egg to duckling to fledgling. Children will enjoy reading the cumulative, sing-song verse patterned after "The House that Jack Built," and then peering under the flaps to learn interesting science facts. This book in the My First Look at series also contains a note to parents suggesting ways of exploring nature -- without disturbing it.
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  • A first look at frogs, toads, and salamanders

    Millicent Ellis Selsam

    Paperback (Walker, March 15, 1976)
    Text and illustrations examine the characteristics of various amphibians pointing out their similarities and differences.

  • A first look at animals without backbones

    Millicent Ellis Selsam

    Unknown Binding (Walker, March 15, 1976)
    An introduction to the characteristics of the major groups of invertebrates.

  • A First Look at Bats

    Millicent Ellis Selsam, Joyce Hunt, Harriett Springer

    Hardcover (Walker & Co, Aug. 1, 1991)
    Describes the distinctive characteristics of bats and views several different species
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  • Seed Grows, A

    Pamela Hickman, Heather Collins

    Hardcover (Kids Can Press, June 30, 1997)
    The My First Look at series provides young children with an introduction to the world around them. In A Seed Grows, follow the growth of a plant, from a peek inside a sprouting seed to the harvest of the fruit. The book suggests ways parents and children can explore nature -- without disturbing it.
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  • A First Look at Monkeys and Apes

    Millicent Ellis Selsam, Joyce Hunt, Harriett Springer

    Hardcover (Walker & Co, June 1, 1979)
    Introduces the characteristics of apes and New World and Old World monkeys.
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  • My, Brother, My Sister, and Me: A First Look at Sibling Rivalry

    Pat Thomas, Lesley Harker

    Paperback (B E S Pub Co, March 1, 2000)
    "MY Bees" non-fiction series in an accessible picture-book format that deals with difficult personal, social and emotional issues for younger children. The series is designed to meet parental needs as well as supply teachers with a useful tool for classroom discussion. The text addresses the chyild directly and is designed to encourage interaction between parents/teachers and the child. Also included are helpful notes for parents and teachers.
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  • A First Look at Owls, Eagles and Other Hunters in the Sky

    Millicent Ellis Selsam, Joyce Hunt

    Library Binding (Walker & Co, Oct. 1, 1986)
    A study of the great birds of prey discusses the habitat, behavior, and life cycle of owls, eagles, and hawks
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  • The Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria

    Dennis B. Fradin

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, Oct. 1, 1991)
    A biography of Christopher Columbus, focusing on his voyage to America aboard the three famous ships
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