David Burnie

Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, the creatures that live in trees, and other aspects.

Describes the physical characteristics and life cycles of flowers and examines kinds of garden flowers, woodland flowers, desert flowers, and others.

This is a guide to the origins, principles, and historical study of light.

Takes you into the incredible world of insects, from winged wonders to poisonous bugs.

Uses intricate models and cross-sections to explore the structure and function of microscopic life and particles including atoms, molecules, cells, bacteria, fungal spores, and ice crystals.

Provides step-by-step instructions for simple experiments using everyday objects.

An exciting information and activity book to teach young readers how mammals feed their young, why kangaroos have pouches, how to "read" animal tracks, why dogs pant and many other facts.

The Kingfisher Animal Encyclopedia spans Earth from pole to pole, covering 2,000 animals from the tiniest protozoan to the mightiest mammal. Each entry describes the animal's characteristics, behavior, and distribution, and gives their Latin names. The meticulously researched information is highlighted by clear, authoritative writing and more than 1,000 photographs and illustrations. Throughout the book, special feature panels focus on various aspects...

Introduces various kinds of sharks, explains how sharks swim, hunt, and travel across the oceans, and discusses why sharks are an endangered species and what can be done to help protect them.

Presents an introduction to Earth and its plant and animal life, discussing the planet's formation and the origins and evolution of life, identifying the kingdoms of life, and describing the world's wildlife habitats.