Laurence Pringle

Describes Merlin Tuttle's interest in bats, his study of them in their natural habitat, and his work to protect them through such efforts as the organization he founded, Bat Conversation International.

Presents an introduction to spiders, discussing their life cycle, physical characteristics, habitat, feeding habits, and different species.

"Dramatic, factual illustrations accompany facts about sharks"

Describes the physical characteristics, habitats, and behavior of different kinds of snakes.

A biography of Cynthia Moss, world-renowned elephant researcher in Kenya's Amboseli National Park, illustrated with her own photographs.

Presents a history of the ice business, detailing the process of harvesting, storage, and distribution.

Reexamines old attitudes about forest fires, pointing out that far from being unqualified disaters, many are beneficial to plant and animal life.

Discusses human life before birth and, hence, the reason for the bellybutton.

From Alligator to Zebra, with 138 other fascinating animals in between, this is a treasure trove of information about animals and their worlds. Each and every animal is shown in a full color photograph. Gives young readers solid information, covering the physical characteristics of the animals, their behaviors, and their habitats. Also included are a glossary, index, and pronunciation guide.