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Books in National Audubon Society Field Guide series

  • Mammals

    John Grassy, Chuck I. Keene, National Audubon Society

    Hardcover (Scholastic, Sept. 1, 1998)
    A field guide that explores the world of mammals is divided into three parts: an overview that identifies characteristics and describes individual species; a photo journal; and a removable, weatherproof spotter's card.
    Q
  • National Audubon Society Field Guide to African Wildlife

    Peter C. Alden, Richard D. Estes, Duane Schlitter, Bunny McBride

    Flexibound (Alfred A. Knopf, Oct. 3, 1995)
    The birds, mammals, reptiles and insects of Africa--a continent unparalleled in its ecological richness--are brought to life in this authoritative, compact field guide, an essential companion for safari-goers and armchair travelers alike.This guide is packed with nearly 600 stunning color photographs of African habitats and animals, and provides a wealth of information on more than 850 species compiled by veteran safari leaders and experts in African wildlife. The parks and reserves for which the continent is famous are described in thorough detail, taking the reader on an unforgettable virtual safari.
  • Wildflowers

    Susan Hood

    Paperback (Scholastic, May 1, 1998)
    A user-friendly nature guide to the most commonly found wildflowers includes a general overview section written in simple language, an identification section, and a laminated spotter's guide with hundreds of color photographs. Simultaneous.
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  • Rocks and Minerals

    Edward Ricciuti, National Audubon Society, Margaret W. Carruthers

    Hardcover (Scholastic, May 1, 1998)
    Describes over 150 types of rocks and minerals
    U
  • Wildflowers

    Susan Hood

    Hardcover (Scholastic, May 1, 1998)
    Provides an overview of wildflowers and where they grow, with specific information about individual species
    P
  • Weather

    Jonathan D. Kahl

    Hardcover (Scholastic, Sept. 1, 1998)
    A field guide that includes a water-resistant, portable spotter's card provides an overview of various weather conditions, how they develop, and how they are studied.
    R
  • Reptiles

    John L. Behler

    Vinyl Bound (Scholastic, April 1, 1999)
    Explores the world of reptiles, discussing their subspecies and races, anatomy, behavior, and habitat, and providing photographs and detailed descriptions of individual species
    S
  • Trees

    Brian Cassie

    Paperback (Scholastic, April 1, 1999)
    A visual guide to the natural science of trees as well as a field guide to the trees found in the United States and Canada
    P
  • Insects

    Christina Wilsdon, Annette Tison, Talus Taylor

    Hardcover (Scholastic, May 1, 1998)
    A visual guide to the natural science of insects which includes information on the ten most common orders, pollination, and life-cycles; also works as a field guide.
    N
  • National Audubon Society First Field Guide: Shells

    Brian Cassie

    Paperback (Scholastic Teaching Resources, July 1, 2000)
    This illustrated reference book introduces middle readers to the many types of shells found on the coasts of North America while discussing the various sea animals that once lived in them.
    K
  • Night Sky

    Gary Mechler

    Hardcover (Scholastic, Aug. 1, 1999)
    A field guide to the night sky, explaining through text and maps how to locate and identify stars, planets, meteors, comets, and constellations
    P
  • National Audubon Society First Field Guide: Amphibians

    Brian Cassie

    Paperback (Scholastic, Aug. 1, 1999)
    Children are introduced to the fascinating world of frogs, tadpoles, and other amphibians, with an introduction to the science of cold-blooded vertebrates, a field guide, and a listing of resources for further study. Simultaneous.
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