Herbert S. Zim
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
Indian Arts is a fascinating introduction to the arts and crafts reflected in the material culture of North American Indians. Knowledge of the skills and techniques developed by the various tribes, and the fine materials produced provides a key to understanding the rich diversity of native cultures. Packed with information and authentic full-color illustrations, this handsome guide will be welcomed by everyone interested in American cultural history....
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2001]
Language
English
Description
This handy identification guide to the most common kinds of rocks and minerals offers concise and fascinating information on physical and chemical properties, origins and geologic significance, gems and semiprecious stones, how to find and collect specimens. Illustrated in full color throughout, this is a gem of a guide for rockhounds and mineral collectors. Includes information on collecting and identifying minerals, and sections on metallic, nonmetallic,...
10) Quartz
Author
Pub. Date
1981.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the many uses of the world's most common mineral, whose forms range from the ordinary grain of sand to the amethyst, a semiprecious stone.
11) The sun
Author
Pub. Date
1953.
Language
English
Description
Discusses the sun's heat, size, surface, and energy; sunspots and their effects; and the importance of the sun and its light for earth.
12) Bones
Author
Pub. Date
[1969]
Language
English
Description
Describes and names the various bones of the skeletal system and discusses their function, formation, and growth.
Author
Pub. Date
1953.
Language
English
Description
An introduction to the workings of simple and more sophisticated engines, from the steam engine to the steam turbine, the jet, and the atomic pile. Concepts presented through illustrated diagrams, bold face captions, large print, and small print to assist the youngest reader as well as the adult explaining to the child.
14) The universe
Author
Pub. Date
1973.
Language
English
Description
Describes the history of man's knowledge of the universe and its nature from ancient times to the present.
15) Comets
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1957.
Language
English
Description
Simple writing and clear diagrams explain difficult information on orbits, size, structure and composition of comets. Describes some unusual comets of the past.
16) Sharks
Author
Pub. Date
1966.
Language
English
Description
Tells about sharks, their habits and habitat.
17) Golden hamsters
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1951.
Language
English
Description
Briefly relates the history and habits of the hamster, the clean little rodent from Syria, that has enjoyed great success as a pet since its introduction to America.
19) Crabs
Author
Pub. Date
1974.
Language
English
Description
Describes the characteristics of the many species of crabs and briefly discusses their commercial importance.
20) Tractors
Author
Pub. Date
1972.
Language
English
Description
Explains the general operation of the two basic kinds of tractors - crawlers and wheeled tractors - and present an informative survey of their many uses.