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Asimov, Isaac
Jupiter - The Largest Planet: by Isaac Asimov, illus. with photos, 1976, revised edition, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, minor tear to back flap of DJ, a few “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, 224 pages. - $6.00
This book contains a comprehensive study of Jupiter from the earliest discoveries of its distance, size, and satellites, to recent discoveries regarding its atmosphere, composition, and the Great Red Spot.
Saturn and Beyond: by Isaac Asimov, 1979, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 222 pages. - $5.00
This book presents a detailed discussion of the four outermost planets in our solar system.
UFOs - Fact and Fantasy: by Isaac Asimov, illus. with photos, 2005, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 21st Century Library of the Universe series, previously titled: Unidentified Flying Objects, and: UFOs - True Mysteries or Hoaxes?, 32 pages. - $5.00
This book contains a comprehensive study of Jupiter from the earliest discoveries of its distance, size, and satellites, to recent discoveries regarding its atmosphere, composition, and the Great Red Spot.
Saturn and Beyond: by Isaac Asimov, 1979, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 222 pages. - $5.00
This book presents a detailed discussion of the four outermost planets in our solar system.
UFOs - Fact and Fantasy: by Isaac Asimov, illus. with photos, 2005, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 21st Century Library of the Universe series, previously titled: Unidentified Flying Objects, and: UFOs - True Mysteries or Hoaxes?, 32 pages. - $5.00
Bendick, Jeanne
The Universe – Think Big!: by Jeanne Bendick, illus. by Lynne Willey and Mike Roffe, 1991, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, three inch tear on title page, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $5.00
Blassingame, Wyatt
Skunks: by Wyatt Blassingame, illus. with photos and line drawings, 1981, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 64 pages. - $8.00
Books for Young Explorers
Animals and Their Hiding Places: by Jane R. McCauley, 1986, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, National Geographic - Books for Young Explorers series, 34 pages. - $2.00
Animal Families: by Gene S. Stuart, 1990, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, name written on inside front cover, National Geographic Society, 32 pages. - $2.00
SOLD!! Let’s Go to the Moon: by Janis Knudsen Wheat, illus. by Bill Burrows, 1977, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners, National Geographic Society, 32 pages. - $2.00
What Happens at the Zoo: by Judith E. Rinard, 1984, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, name written on inside front cover, National Geographic Society, 31 pages. - $2.00
Wonders of the Desert World: by Judith E. Rinard, 1976, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, National Geographic Society, 31 pages. - $2.00
Animal Families: by Gene S. Stuart, 1990, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, name written on inside front cover, National Geographic Society, 32 pages. - $2.00
SOLD!! Let’s Go to the Moon: by Janis Knudsen Wheat, illus. by Bill Burrows, 1977, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners, National Geographic Society, 32 pages. - $2.00
What Happens at the Zoo: by Judith E. Rinard, 1984, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, name written on inside front cover, National Geographic Society, 31 pages. - $2.00
Wonders of the Desert World: by Judith E. Rinard, 1976, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, National Geographic Society, 31 pages. - $2.00
Branley, Franklyn
Comets, Meteoroids, and Asteroids - Mavericks of the Solar System: by Franklyn M. Branley, illus. by Helmut K. Wimmer, 1974, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, Exploring Our Universe series, 115 pages. - $5.00
The Nine Planets: by Franklyn M. Branley, illus. by Helmut K. Wimmer, 1971, revised edition, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, board showing slightly through corners, DJ has Mylar cover, a few pages have minor stains, underlining in pencil throughout text, ex-lib, Exploring Our Universe series, 86 pages. - $5.00
The Nine Planets: by Franklyn M. Branley, illus. by Helmut K. Wimmer, 1971, revised edition, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, board showing slightly through corners, DJ has Mylar cover, a few pages have minor stains, underlining in pencil throughout text, ex-lib, Exploring Our Universe series, 86 pages. - $5.00
Cobb, Vicki
Feeding Yourself: by Vicki Cobb, illus. by Marylin Hafner, 1989, stated first edition, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $5.00
For most of the foods we eat, we need to use forks, knives, and spoons. Sometimes we use chopsticks. Without these utensils, we would have to eat everything with our fingers. But how did we get these tools and what were thy first made of? When were they first used?
For Your Own Protection - Stories Science Photos Tell: by Vicki Cobb, illus. with photos, 1989, stated first edition, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $4.00
The Scoop on Ice Cream: by Vicki Cobb, illus. by G. Brian Karas, 1985, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, very minor wear to DJ, one minor tear to DJ, text crisp and clean, signed by the author, How the World Works Series, 53 pages. - $4.00
This book outlines the ingredients and making of ice cream and the role played by the manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers of this popular dessert; includes a taste test and recipe for the homemade variety.
This Place is Wet: by Vicki Cobb, illus. by Barbara Lavallee, 1989, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few minor stains on cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, Imagine Living Here Series, 30 pages. - $3.00
Above title - second copy: 1989, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, Imagine Living Here series, 33 pages. - $3.00
Can you imagine living in a place where there is so much water some houses need to be built on stilts to protect them when the river rises? Or where it is so wet that some plants can grow on the sides of trees with their dangling roots gathering was from the air? In this book you’ll find out all sorts of things about what it’s like to live in the rain forest of Brazil. Try to imagine living there!
Why Doesn’t the Earth Fall Up? And other not Such Dumb Questions about Motion: by Vicki Cobb, illus. by Ted Enik, 1988, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 40 pages. - $3.00
Answers nine questions about motion, explaining Newton's Laws of Motion, gravity, centrifugal force, and other principles of movement.
Writing It Down: by Vicki Cobb, illus. by Marylin Hafner, 1989, stated first edition, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $4.00
Simple descriptions of paper, pencils, pens, and crayons explain how they work and how they were invented.
For most of the foods we eat, we need to use forks, knives, and spoons. Sometimes we use chopsticks. Without these utensils, we would have to eat everything with our fingers. But how did we get these tools and what were thy first made of? When were they first used?
For Your Own Protection - Stories Science Photos Tell: by Vicki Cobb, illus. with photos, 1989, stated first edition, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $4.00
The Scoop on Ice Cream: by Vicki Cobb, illus. by G. Brian Karas, 1985, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, very minor wear to DJ, one minor tear to DJ, text crisp and clean, signed by the author, How the World Works Series, 53 pages. - $4.00
This book outlines the ingredients and making of ice cream and the role played by the manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers of this popular dessert; includes a taste test and recipe for the homemade variety.
This Place is Wet: by Vicki Cobb, illus. by Barbara Lavallee, 1989, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few minor stains on cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, Imagine Living Here Series, 30 pages. - $3.00
Above title - second copy: 1989, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, Imagine Living Here series, 33 pages. - $3.00
Can you imagine living in a place where there is so much water some houses need to be built on stilts to protect them when the river rises? Or where it is so wet that some plants can grow on the sides of trees with their dangling roots gathering was from the air? In this book you’ll find out all sorts of things about what it’s like to live in the rain forest of Brazil. Try to imagine living there!
Why Doesn’t the Earth Fall Up? And other not Such Dumb Questions about Motion: by Vicki Cobb, illus. by Ted Enik, 1988, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 40 pages. - $3.00
Answers nine questions about motion, explaining Newton's Laws of Motion, gravity, centrifugal force, and other principles of movement.
Writing It Down: by Vicki Cobb, illus. by Marylin Hafner, 1989, stated first edition, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $4.00
Simple descriptions of paper, pencils, pens, and crayons explain how they work and how they were invented.
Comstock, Anna Botsford
Handbook of Nature-Study: by Anna Botsford Comstock, illustrated, 1911, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to edges and corners of cover, boards showing through corners and bottom edges, a few minor tears to top and bottom of spine, name written on front endpaper, one pages has one-inch tear that has been taped with clear tape, a few minor stains on outside edge of text, ex-lib? tape on spine - no pockets or other library identification, 942 pages. - $40.00
Earle, Olive
Scavengers: by Olive L. Earle, illus. by the author, 1973, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 64 pages. - $40.00, rare title
Eyewitness Books
Archaeology: by Jane McIntosh, illus. with photos, 1994, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing through corners, minor tear on top of spine, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, 63 pages. - $2.00
Fish: by Steve Parker, 1990, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing very slightly through a few corners, text crisp and clean, 63 pages. - $2.00
Ocean: by Dr. Miranda MacQuitty, illustrated, 2004, HB, like new condition, appears to have never been read, 72 pages. - $3.00
Discover the watery world covering most of the earth - and the amazing wildlife in its depths.
The Visual Dictionary of Cars: Dorling Kindersley, 1992, PB, VVG, very minor wear to corner of cover, a few minor creases on cover, text crisp and clean, Eyewitness Visual Dictionaries, 64 pages. - $1.00
Fish: by Steve Parker, 1990, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing very slightly through a few corners, text crisp and clean, 63 pages. - $2.00
Ocean: by Dr. Miranda MacQuitty, illustrated, 2004, HB, like new condition, appears to have never been read, 72 pages. - $3.00
Discover the watery world covering most of the earth - and the amazing wildlife in its depths.
The Visual Dictionary of Cars: Dorling Kindersley, 1992, PB, VVG, very minor wear to corner of cover, a few minor creases on cover, text crisp and clean, Eyewitness Visual Dictionaries, 64 pages. - $1.00
Field Guides
Birds – A Guide to Familiar American Birds: by Herbert S. Zim and Ira N. Gabrielson, illus. by James Gordon Irving, 1987, PB, VVG, minor staining on front cover, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written neatly on title page, Golden Guide, 160 pages. - $1.50
A Field Guide to the Stars and Planets: by Donald H. Menzel, 1964, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 397 pages. - $3.00
First Field Guide – Reptiles: by John L. Behler, 1999, HB w/ DJ, exc., DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, National Audubon Society, 160 pages. - $3.00
A Field Guide to the Stars and Planets: by Donald H. Menzel, 1964, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 397 pages. - $3.00
First Field Guide – Reptiles: by John L. Behler, 1999, HB w/ DJ, exc., DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, National Audubon Society, 160 pages. - $3.00
Finding Out Books
Homes – Shelter and Living Space: by Joanna Foster, illus. by Kathleen Heiden, 1972, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, Mylar cover – no DJ, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, also a Stepping-Stone Book, 64 pages. - $5.00
Golden Library of Knowledge
The Golden Library of Knowledge is a new series of books especially designed for today’s generation of young people eager for interesting factual information. The carefully researched, scholarly texts are nevertheless simple and easy-to-read. Beautiful color pictures throughout make each book a delight. The series has been prepared under the supervision of Dr. Herbert S. Zim, authority on science education, and editor of the popular Golden Nature Guides.
Animals and Their Travels: by Richard A. Martin, illus. with photos, 1959, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover, pages browning but not brittle, 56 pages - $3.00
The Body in Action – The Parts of the Body and How They Work: by Mitchell Wilson, illus. by Cornelius De Witt, 1962, HB, G+, slightly moderate wear to corners, boards showing slightly, minor tear on spine, stains on cover, pages browning but not brittle, 53 pages. - $2.00
Above title - second copy: 1962, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing very slightly through a few corners, text crisp and clean, 53 pages. - $3.00
Energy and Power: by L. Sprague de Camp, illus. by Weimer Pursell and Fred Eng, 1962, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, 54 pages. - $4.00
Engines: by L. Sprague de Camp, illus. by Jack Coggins, 1959, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, pages browning but not brittle, 56 pages. - $3.00
Famous American Ships: by Walter Franklin, 1958, HB, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through bottom corners, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, 54 pages. - $4.00
Flying Animals: by George S. Fichter, illus. by Jean Zallinger, 1961, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 54 pages. - $4.00
Planets/Space Flight: by Otto Binder/Lester Del Rey, illus. by George Solonevich/John Polgreen, 1959, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 2-in-1 book, 94 pages. - $8.00
White Wilderness - Animals of the Arctic: by Robert Louvain and the staff of the Walt Disney Studio, illus. with photos, 1958, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written neatly on inside front cover, pages browning but not brittle, 54 pages. - $4.00
Animals and Their Travels: by Richard A. Martin, illus. with photos, 1959, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover, pages browning but not brittle, 56 pages - $3.00
The Body in Action – The Parts of the Body and How They Work: by Mitchell Wilson, illus. by Cornelius De Witt, 1962, HB, G+, slightly moderate wear to corners, boards showing slightly, minor tear on spine, stains on cover, pages browning but not brittle, 53 pages. - $2.00
Above title - second copy: 1962, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing very slightly through a few corners, text crisp and clean, 53 pages. - $3.00
Energy and Power: by L. Sprague de Camp, illus. by Weimer Pursell and Fred Eng, 1962, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, 54 pages. - $4.00
Engines: by L. Sprague de Camp, illus. by Jack Coggins, 1959, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, pages browning but not brittle, 56 pages. - $3.00
Famous American Ships: by Walter Franklin, 1958, HB, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through bottom corners, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, 54 pages. - $4.00
Flying Animals: by George S. Fichter, illus. by Jean Zallinger, 1961, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 54 pages. - $4.00
Planets/Space Flight: by Otto Binder/Lester Del Rey, illus. by George Solonevich/John Polgreen, 1959, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 2-in-1 book, 94 pages. - $8.00
White Wilderness - Animals of the Arctic: by Robert Louvain and the staff of the Walt Disney Studio, illus. with photos, 1958, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written neatly on inside front cover, pages browning but not brittle, 54 pages. - $4.00
Golden Science Guides
North American Indian Arts: by Andrew Hunter Whiteford, illus. by Owen Vernon Shaffer, 1970, PB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 160 pages. - $1.50
How and Why Wonder Books
Ants and Bees: by Ronald N. Rood, illus. by Cynthia Iliff and Alvin Koehler, 1962, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing very slightly through a few corners, sticker on cover, pages browning slightly but not brittle, a few “dog-eared” pages, 48 pages. - $5.00
Machines: by Jerome J. Notkin, illus. by George J. Zaffo, 1960, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $5.00
Machines: by Jerome J. Notkin, illus. by George J. Zaffo, 1960, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $5.00
I Didn't Know That Series
SOLD!! I Didn’t Know that Some Boats have Wings and Other Amazing Facts about Ships and Submarines: by Claire Oliver, illustrated, 1998, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $2.00
SOLD!! I Didn’t Know that Some Trains Run on Water and Other Amazing Facts about Rail Transportation: by Kate Petty, illustrated, 1997, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $2.00
SOLD!! I Didn’t Know that the Sun is a Star and Other Amazing Facts about the Universe: by Kate Petty, illustrated, 1997, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $2.00
SOLD!! I Didn’t Know that Some Trains Run on Water and Other Amazing Facts about Rail Transportation: by Kate Petty, illustrated, 1997, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $2.00
SOLD!! I Didn’t Know that the Sun is a Star and Other Amazing Facts about the Universe: by Kate Petty, illustrated, 1997, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 32 pages. - $2.00
Inventions That Changed Our Lives Series
Dynamite: by Diana C. Gleasner, 1982, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 64 pages. - $6.00
The invention of dynamite ranks in importance with such milestones in human history as the invention of the wheel, the control of fire, and the invention of the printing press. Dynamite literally changed the face of the earth. It deepened rivers and harbor channels, and helped build roads, tunnels, and canals. It unearthed buried riches of minerals, precious metals, and other natural resources. Dynamite was initially considered to be a force for war and destruction, and its inventor, Alfred Nobel, was regarded as an enemy of humanity and “merchant of death.” Today, however, he is remembered as a man of peace. Nobel’s invention ushered in the industrial age and paved the way for the development of nuclear explosives.
The invention of dynamite ranks in importance with such milestones in human history as the invention of the wheel, the control of fire, and the invention of the printing press. Dynamite literally changed the face of the earth. It deepened rivers and harbor channels, and helped build roads, tunnels, and canals. It unearthed buried riches of minerals, precious metals, and other natural resources. Dynamite was initially considered to be a force for war and destruction, and its inventor, Alfred Nobel, was regarded as an enemy of humanity and “merchant of death.” Today, however, he is remembered as a man of peace. Nobel’s invention ushered in the industrial age and paved the way for the development of nuclear explosives.
I Wonder Why Books
I Wonder Why Castles Had Moats and Other Questions About Long Ago: by Phillip Steele, illustrated, 1994, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
Full of lively answers to all those tricky questions about how the world works, I Wonder Why books are a terrific way to keep young minds buzzing. With information and quirky facts to explain everything from "Why did knights wear armor?" to "Why did artists paint with eggs?" I Wonder Why Castles had Moats will amaze, amuse, satisfy, and inspire!
I Wonder Why the Dodo is Dead and Other Questions About Extinct and Endangered Animals: by Andrew Charman, illustrated, 1997, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
Above title - second copy: 1997, HB, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, board showing very slightly through a few corners, spine taped with clear tape, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
Full of lively answers to all those tricky questions about how the world works, I Wonder Why books are a terrific way to keep young minds buzzing. With information and quirky facts to explain everything from "Which endangered animal is brought up in a bucket?" to "Why do animals need us?" I Wonder Why the Dodo is Dead will amaze, amuse, satisfy, and inspire!
I Wonder Why Stars Twinkle and Other Questions about Space: by Carole Stott, illustrated, 1993, PB, VG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few minor creases on cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $1.00
Full of lively answers to all those tricky questions about how the world works, I Wonder Why books are a terrific way to keep young minds buzzing. With information and quirky facts to explain everything from "How many stars are there?" to "How hot is the Sun?" I Wonder Why Stars Twinkle will amaze, amuse, satisfy, and inspire!
I Wonder Why the Wind Blows and Other Questions about Our Planet: by Anita Ganeri, illustrated, 1994, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
Full of lively answers to all those tricky questions about how the world works, I Wonder Why books are a terrific way to keep young minds buzzing. With information and quirky facts to explain everything from "How old is the Earth?" to "Where is the safest place in a thunderstorm?" I Wonder Why the Wind Blows will amaze, amuse, satisfy, and inspire!
Full of lively answers to all those tricky questions about how the world works, I Wonder Why books are a terrific way to keep young minds buzzing. With information and quirky facts to explain everything from "Why did knights wear armor?" to "Why did artists paint with eggs?" I Wonder Why Castles had Moats will amaze, amuse, satisfy, and inspire!
I Wonder Why the Dodo is Dead and Other Questions About Extinct and Endangered Animals: by Andrew Charman, illustrated, 1997, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
Above title - second copy: 1997, HB, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, board showing very slightly through a few corners, spine taped with clear tape, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
Full of lively answers to all those tricky questions about how the world works, I Wonder Why books are a terrific way to keep young minds buzzing. With information and quirky facts to explain everything from "Which endangered animal is brought up in a bucket?" to "Why do animals need us?" I Wonder Why the Dodo is Dead will amaze, amuse, satisfy, and inspire!
I Wonder Why Stars Twinkle and Other Questions about Space: by Carole Stott, illustrated, 1993, PB, VG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few minor creases on cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $1.00
Full of lively answers to all those tricky questions about how the world works, I Wonder Why books are a terrific way to keep young minds buzzing. With information and quirky facts to explain everything from "How many stars are there?" to "How hot is the Sun?" I Wonder Why Stars Twinkle will amaze, amuse, satisfy, and inspire!
I Wonder Why the Wind Blows and Other Questions about Our Planet: by Anita Ganeri, illustrated, 1994, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
Full of lively answers to all those tricky questions about how the world works, I Wonder Why books are a terrific way to keep young minds buzzing. With information and quirky facts to explain everything from "How old is the Earth?" to "Where is the safest place in a thunderstorm?" I Wonder Why the Wind Blows will amaze, amuse, satisfy, and inspire!
Lemmon, Robert
Our Amazing Birds – The Little-Known Facts about Their Private Lives: by Robert S. Lemmon, illus. by Don R. Eckelberry, 1952, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ is F, stickers and pictures of birds have been pasted on to several pages – text is unaffected, 239 pages. - $5.00
Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science Books
Find Out By Touching: by Paul Showers, illus. by Robert Galster, 1961, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, 1/4 inch tear on title page taped with clear tape, ex-lib, harder-to-find title, 35 pages. - $8.00
My Five Senses: by Aliki, illus. by the author, 1962, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, 34 pages. - $3.00
My Hands: by Aliki, illus. by the author, 1990, revised edition, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
What I Like About Toads: by Judy Hawes, illus. by James and Ruth McCrea, 1969, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 33 pages. - $2.00
My Five Senses: by Aliki, illus. by the author, 1962, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, 34 pages. - $3.00
My Hands: by Aliki, illus. by the author, 1990, revised edition, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
What I Like About Toads: by Judy Hawes, illus. by James and Ruth McCrea, 1969, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 33 pages. - $2.00
Macaulay, David
Black and White: by David Macaulay, illus. by the author, 1990, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor were to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, one page has half-inch tear, ex-lib, 30 pages. - $4.00
Castle: by David Macaulay, illus. by the author, 1977, HB w/DJ, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 80 pages. - $4.00
The New Way Things Work: by David Macaulay, with Neil Ardley, illus. by the author, 1998, HB, VVG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing through corners, minor 1/4 tear on spine, name written on inside front cover, a few "dog-eared" pages, 400 pages. - $5.00
A comprehensive, instructive and entertaining reference book for readers of all ages. From hologram to hovercraft, parachute to parking meter, a prize-winning author's brilliantly conceived guide to the principles and workings of hundreds of machines.
Castle: by David Macaulay, illus. by the author, 1977, HB w/DJ, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 80 pages. - $4.00
The New Way Things Work: by David Macaulay, with Neil Ardley, illus. by the author, 1998, HB, VVG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing through corners, minor 1/4 tear on spine, name written on inside front cover, a few "dog-eared" pages, 400 pages. - $5.00
A comprehensive, instructive and entertaining reference book for readers of all ages. From hologram to hovercraft, parachute to parking meter, a prize-winning author's brilliantly conceived guide to the principles and workings of hundreds of machines.
Magic School Bus
Lost in the Solar System: by Joanna Cole, illus. by Bruce Degen, 1990, PB, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, minor creases on cover, a few “dog-eared” pages, 30 pages. - $1.00
SOLD!! Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip: by Joanna Cole, illus. by Bruce Degen, 1997, PB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 48 pages. - $1.00
SOLD!! The Magic School Bus Inside a Hurricane: by Joanna Cole, illus. by Bruce Degen, 1995, HB w/DJ, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing very slightly through one corner, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 40 pages. - $2.00
A storm system is brewing over a tropical ocean… and a strange yellow object is caught in the whirlwind. It’s a balloon. It’s a plane. It’s the Magic School Bus! And so instead of visiting the weather station, Ms. Frizzle’s class experiences a hurricane firsthand, from air, sea, and land.
SOLD!! On the Ocean Floor: by Joanna Cole, illus. by Bruce Degen, 1992, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, personal inscription on front endpaper, text crisp and clean, 34 pages. - $2.00
SOLD!! Plants Seeds – A Book About How Living Things Grow: by Patricia Relf, illus. by John Speirs, 1995, PB, VVG, minor wear to cover, a few minor creases on cover, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 28 pages. - $1.00
SOLD!! Magic School Bus and the Electric Field Trip: by Joanna Cole, illus. by Bruce Degen, 1997, PB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 48 pages. - $1.00
SOLD!! The Magic School Bus Inside a Hurricane: by Joanna Cole, illus. by Bruce Degen, 1995, HB w/DJ, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing very slightly through one corner, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 40 pages. - $2.00
A storm system is brewing over a tropical ocean… and a strange yellow object is caught in the whirlwind. It’s a balloon. It’s a plane. It’s the Magic School Bus! And so instead of visiting the weather station, Ms. Frizzle’s class experiences a hurricane firsthand, from air, sea, and land.
SOLD!! On the Ocean Floor: by Joanna Cole, illus. by Bruce Degen, 1992, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, personal inscription on front endpaper, text crisp and clean, 34 pages. - $2.00
SOLD!! Plants Seeds – A Book About How Living Things Grow: by Patricia Relf, illus. by John Speirs, 1995, PB, VVG, minor wear to cover, a few minor creases on cover, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 28 pages. - $1.00
Make-it-Work Series
Photography: by Andrew Haslam and Kathryn Senior, 1996, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $2.00
Do you know what happens inside a camera? How do lenses make objects look larger or smaller? How can you take photographs without using a camera? This book explores photography from simple pinhole cameras to cameras that take film. It explains how different parts of a camera work and shows you how to process and develop your own photographs.
Do you know what happens inside a camera? How do lenses make objects look larger or smaller? How can you take photographs without using a camera? This book explores photography from simple pinhole cameras to cameras that take film. It explains how different parts of a camera work and shows you how to process and develop your own photographs.
Math Concept Books
Patterns - What Are They?: by William Shimek, illus. by Charles Stenson, 1969, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $8.00
Maxton Books About
Sea Shells: by William M. Hutchinson, illustrated, 1954, HB, cover G, text VVG, boards showing slightly through corners, text crisp and clean, nicely illustrated, 30 pages. - $6.00
May, Julian
Show Me the World of Astronomy: by Julian May, illus. by William Blackmun and Leonard Jorjorian, 1959, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 60 pages. - $8.00
McGovern, Ann
Little Whales: by Ann McGovern, illus. by John Hamberger, 1979, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, a few "dog-eared" pages, 34 pages. - $2.00
Melmont Look-Read-Learn Books
Eggs and Creatures that Hatch from Them: by Melvin John Uhl, illus. by Madalene Otteson, 1966, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, ex-lib, 47 pages. - $5.00
Nature Company Discoveries Library
Under the Sea: by Frank H. Talbot, illustrated, 1995, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, 500 written on front cover with marker, three pages have minor stain, 64 pages. - $2.00
Under the Sea is part of The Nature Company Discoveries Library, a dynamic new reference series for children. Atmospheric illustrations, strong photographs and lively text engage and encourage readers to discover for themselves the world around them.
Under the Sea is part of The Nature Company Discoveries Library, a dynamic new reference series for children. Atmospheric illustrations, strong photographs and lively text engage and encourage readers to discover for themselves the world around them.
Nature Library
The Nature Library – Six Volume Set: authors and titles listed below, all volumes illustrated, Doubleday, Doran & Company – publisher, copyright 1926, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, pages browning slightly but not brittle, beautiful illustrations. - $60.00, ppd
This set includes the following volumes: Garden Flowers arranged by Robert M. McCurdy; Trees by Julia Ellen Rogers; Birds selected from the writings of Neltje Blanchan; Animals selected from “Life Histories of Northern Animals” by Ernest Thompson Seton; Butterflies by Clarence M. Weed; Wild Flowers adapted by Asa Don Dickinson from “Nature’s Garden” by Neltje Blanchan.
This set includes the following volumes: Garden Flowers arranged by Robert M. McCurdy; Trees by Julia Ellen Rogers; Birds selected from the writings of Neltje Blanchan; Animals selected from “Life Histories of Northern Animals” by Ernest Thompson Seton; Butterflies by Clarence M. Weed; Wild Flowers adapted by Asa Don Dickinson from “Nature’s Garden” by Neltje Blanchan.
New True Books
Deserts: by Elsa Posell, illus. with photos, 1982, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, book has Mylar cover - no DJ, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, 45 pages. - $3.00
Uranus: by Dennis B. Fradin, 1989, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $2.00
This book discusses the seventh planet, how it was named, and the information astronomers have gathered about it.
Wetlands: by Emilie U. Lepthien and Joan Kalbacken, illus. with photos, 1993, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $2.00
This book describes various types of wetlands, their ecological importance, and the plants and animals found there.
Work Animals: by Kathryn Wentzel Lumley, illus. with photos, 1983, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, library label removed from back cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 45 pages. - $3.00
Uranus: by Dennis B. Fradin, 1989, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $2.00
This book discusses the seventh planet, how it was named, and the information astronomers have gathered about it.
Wetlands: by Emilie U. Lepthien and Joan Kalbacken, illus. with photos, 1993, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $2.00
This book describes various types of wetlands, their ecological importance, and the plants and animals found there.
Work Animals: by Kathryn Wentzel Lumley, illus. with photos, 1983, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, library label removed from back cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 45 pages. - $3.00
Science I Can Read Books
Greg’s Microscope: by Millicent E. Selsam, illus. by Arnold Lobel, 1963, HB, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, minor crayon mark on front cover, a few pages have minor crayon marks and stains, ex-lib, 64 pages. - $4.00
Red Tag Comes Back: by Fred Phleger, illus. by Arnold Lobel, 1961, HB, rebound, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, minor stains throughout text, a few pages have very minor tears (one-inch or smaller), one tear taped with clear tape, several creased pages, ex-lib, 64 pages. - $2.00
Red Tag Comes Back: 1961, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, minor stain on back cover, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, 64 pages. - $5.00
SOLD!! Above title - second copy: by Fred Phleger, illus. by Arnold Lobel, 1961, HB, rebound, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, minor stains throughout text, a few pages have very minor tears (one-inch or smaller), one tear taped with clear tape, several creased pages, ex-lib, 64 pages. - $2.00
Red Tag Comes Back: by Fred Phleger, illus. by Arnold Lobel, 1961, HB, rebound, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, minor stains throughout text, a few pages have very minor tears (one-inch or smaller), one tear taped with clear tape, several creased pages, ex-lib, 64 pages. - $2.00
Red Tag Comes Back: 1961, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, minor stain on back cover, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, 64 pages. - $5.00
SOLD!! Above title - second copy: by Fred Phleger, illus. by Arnold Lobel, 1961, HB, rebound, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, minor stains throughout text, a few pages have very minor tears (one-inch or smaller), one tear taped with clear tape, several creased pages, ex-lib, 64 pages. - $2.00
Shuttlesworth, Dorothy
Pets and People – How to Understand and Live with Pets: by Dorothy Shuttlesworth, illus. with photos, 1975, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib 132 pages. - $5.00
This book discusses the history and characteristics of a variety of animals, including dogs, horses, birds, pigs, gerbils, rabbits, snakes, crickets, and goldfish, and the advantages and disadvantages of keeping them as pets.
This book discusses the history and characteristics of a variety of animals, including dogs, horses, birds, pigs, gerbils, rabbits, snakes, crickets, and goldfish, and the advantages and disadvantages of keeping them as pets.
Starting Point Library
Into Space: by Michael W. Dempsey and Angela Sheehan, 1970, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, sticker removed from front cover removing top layer of cover (about 1 ½ inch square), personal inscription on inside front cover, a few “dog-eared” pages, 30 pages. - $2.00
Stepping Into Science Series
Magnets: by Illa Podendorf, illus. by Jim Temple, 1971, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written neatly on inside front cover, two pages have minor stains, 47 pages. - $6.00
Things to do with Water: by Illa Podendorf, illus. by Larry Winborg, 1971, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written neatly on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, 48 pages. - $6.00
Things to do with Water: by Illa Podendorf, illus. by Larry Winborg, 1971, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written neatly on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, 48 pages. - $6.00
True Books
Air Around Us: by Margaret Friskey, illus. by Katherine Evans, 1953, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few minor stains on cover, minor “silver-fishing” on the edge of the first few pages, ex-lib, 47 pages. - $8.00
The True Book of Health: by Olive V. Haynes, illus. by Mary Gehr, 1954, HB, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing very slightly through a few corners, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 46 pages. - $6.00
Above title - second copy: 1954, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, 46 pages. - $5.00
Above title - third copy: illus. by Mary Gehr, 1954, HB, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, pages crisp and clean, ex-lib, 46 pages. - $4.00
Reptiles: by Melissa Stewart, illus. with photos, 2001, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, 1/4 inch tear on title page, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $2.00
The True Book of Health: by Olive V. Haynes, illus. by Mary Gehr, 1954, HB, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing very slightly through a few corners, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 46 pages. - $6.00
Above title - second copy: 1954, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, 46 pages. - $5.00
Above title - third copy: illus. by Mary Gehr, 1954, HB, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, pages crisp and clean, ex-lib, 46 pages. - $4.00
Reptiles: by Melissa Stewart, illus. with photos, 2001, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, 1/4 inch tear on title page, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $2.00
What Is It Series
What is a Star: by Daniel Q. Posin, illus. by Berthold Tiedemann, 1961, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing through corners, pages browning slightly but not brittle, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $5.00
What Is Space: by Elmer R. Kane and Merill C. Fellger, illus. by Berthold Tiedemann, 1962, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners, boards showing very slightly through corners, minor staining throughout text, name written on inside front cover, 48 pages. - $5.00
What Is Space: by Elmer R. Kane and Merill C. Fellger, illus. by Berthold Tiedemann, 1962, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners, boards showing very slightly through corners, minor staining throughout text, name written on inside front cover, 48 pages. - $5.00
Whitman Learn About Books
Reptiles Since the World Began: by Ben Bova, illus. by Stephen R. Peck, 1964, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on front endpaper, text crisp and clean, 59 pages. - $2.00
Your Body: by Harry Swartz, illus. by Ralph E. Ricketts, 1962, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 59 pages. - $5.00
Your Body: by Harry Swartz, illus. by Ralph E. Ricketts, 1962, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 59 pages. - $5.00
Wild, Wild World of Animals
Birds of Sea, Shore and Stream: by Will Bradbury, published by Time-Life Films, 1976, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, Wild, Wild World of Animals series, 128 pages. - $3.00
Penguins, Pelicans, Loons, Albatrosses, Herons, Ospreys, Ducks, Swans, Geese, Gulls, Waders, and more!
Reptiles and Amphibians: by Richard Oulahan, published by Time-Life Films, 1976, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, Wild, Wild World of Animals series,128 pages. - $3.00
Snakes, Turtles, Lizards, Crocodilians, Tuatara, Salamanders, Frogs, Toads, and more!
Whales and Other Sea Mammals: by Thomas A. Dozier, published by Time-Life Films, 1977, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover and front endpaper, text crisp and clean, Wild, Wild World of Animals series,128 pages. - $3.00
Baleen and Toothed Whales, Dolphins, Manatees, Seals, Sea Lions, Walruses, Sea Otters, and more!
Wild Herds: by John Neary, published by Time-Life Films, 1977, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, Wild, Wild World of Animals series,128 pages. - $3.00
Antelopes, Zebras, Camels, Bison, Buffaloes, Deer, Sheep, Goats, Pronghorns, Mustangs, and more!
Penguins, Pelicans, Loons, Albatrosses, Herons, Ospreys, Ducks, Swans, Geese, Gulls, Waders, and more!
Reptiles and Amphibians: by Richard Oulahan, published by Time-Life Films, 1976, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, Wild, Wild World of Animals series,128 pages. - $3.00
Snakes, Turtles, Lizards, Crocodilians, Tuatara, Salamanders, Frogs, Toads, and more!
Whales and Other Sea Mammals: by Thomas A. Dozier, published by Time-Life Films, 1977, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover and front endpaper, text crisp and clean, Wild, Wild World of Animals series,128 pages. - $3.00
Baleen and Toothed Whales, Dolphins, Manatees, Seals, Sea Lions, Walruses, Sea Otters, and more!
Wild Herds: by John Neary, published by Time-Life Films, 1977, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, Wild, Wild World of Animals series,128 pages. - $3.00
Antelopes, Zebras, Camels, Bison, Buffaloes, Deer, Sheep, Goats, Pronghorns, Mustangs, and more!
Wonder World of Nature Series
The Wonder World of Birds: by Marie Neurath, illustrated, 1953, HB, G, moderate wear to edges and corners of cover, boards showing though edges and corners, black tape on spine, minor stains throughout text, a few “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, 36 pages. - $7.00 rare title/series
The Wonder World of Snow and Ice: by Marie Neurath, illus. by the author, 1961, HB, VG, minor wear to edges and corners of cover, boards showing through corners and bottom edge of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, rare title/series? only 4 copies found on Bookfinder, 36 pages. - $15.00
The Wonder World of Snow and Ice: by Marie Neurath, illus. by the author, 1961, HB, VG, minor wear to edges and corners of cover, boards showing through corners and bottom edge of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, rare title/series? only 4 copies found on Bookfinder, 36 pages. - $15.00
Zim, Herbert
Rockets and Jets: by Herbert S. Zim, illus. by James MacDonald (and with photos), 1945, HB, VG, minor wear to edges and corners, blue tape along edges, corners, and spine, first 50 pages are slightly rippled, perhaps as the result of a water spill, no mold or mildew smell/stains, ex-lib, 326 pages. - $7.00
Miscellaneous
175 Science Experiments to Amuse and Amaze Your Friends: by Brenda Walpole, illus. by Kuo Kang Chen and Peter Bull, 1988, PB, VVG, very minor wear to corners, a few minor creases to cover, pages clean and bright, 172 pages. - $1.50
This incredible collection of experiments is guaranteed to amuse and amaze the young scientist in every household. Each page is jam-packed with color illustrations and clear, step-by-step instructions to help elementary school children have fun while learning how things work and why things happen in the world around them. By doing the hands-on activities, children can explore the basic scientific ideas that play a role in their everyday lives - using ordinary items that can be found right at home!
Adelbert the Penguin: by Ross E. Hutchins, illus. by Jerome P. Connolly, 1969, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, 64 pages. - $6.00
Album of Whales: by Tom McGowen, illus. by Rod Ruth, 1980, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, several “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, rare title?, 61 pages. - $10.00
Animal Encyclopedia: by Jonathan Elphick, Jen Green, Barbara Taylor, and Richard Walker, 2006, HB w/ DJ, exc., appears to never have been read, small tear on DJ, beautiful photos, 376 pages. – $10.00
An exciting, new visual encyclopedia exploring the animal world in absorbing detail. Over 2,000 animal species –from aardvarks to zebras – arranged alphabetically for easy access. Stunning up-close animal photography plus action sequences and artworks.
Fast-packed section about animal life including behavior, camouflage, adaptation, migration, breeding, and conservation. Fully cross-referenced to guide the reader to related entries and topics. And essential reference book to support project work at home or at school.
Animal Fact/Animal Fable: by Seymour Simon, illus. by Diane de Groat, 1979, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, a few “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, beautiful illustrations, 42 pages. - $3.00
Here is an unusual and striking picture book that combines fun with scientific fact. Seymour Simon has collected a fascinating variety of common beliefs about animals and presented them in the form of a guessing game. Each belief appears on the right-hand page with a witty illustration that carries the belief to its funniest extreme. The answer appears on the following page, accompanied by a scientifically accurate and exquisite illustrations that shows the animal as it really behaves.
Animals of the Temperate Forests: by Sylvia A. Johnson, illus. by Alcuin C. Dornisch, 1976, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, Mylar cover – no DJ, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, Lerner Wildlife Library, 28 pages. - $5.00
Explores the physical characteristics and habits of ten animals living in the temperate forest – the raccoon, otter, beaver, moose, porcupine, flying squirrel, red fox, koala, European brown bear, and white-tailed deer.
Animals in Danger - North America: by Gill Gould, illustrated, 1982, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on front cover and front endpaper, 26 pages. - $3.00
This book describes the whooping crane, black-footed ferret, Florida cougar, bald eagle, and Devil’s Hole pupfish - all animals on the endangered list in North America for a variety of reasons.
Animals in Their Home: by Anita Ganeri, illus. by John Mac and John Rielly, 1994, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, beautiful illustrations, A Step-by-Step Book, 30 pages. - $2.00
The Book of Great Inventions: by Chris Oxlade, Steve Parker, and Nigel Hawkes, illus. by David Russell and Ian Thompson, 1995, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to one corner of cover, boards showing through one corner, ¼ inch tear on spine, a few minor stains on cover, text crisp and clean, 127 pages. - $2.00
What would life be like today without cars, telephones, or TV? What if cameras, radios, or computers had never been invented? This book looks at the origins and developments of inventions that have transformed the modern world. Each chapter examines the science and technology behind an invention; each explores its impact, for good and bad, on everyday life.
The Cat Family: by F. Dorothy Wood, illus. by Jerome Connolly, 1968, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few minor stains on cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, beautiful illustrations, A Science Parade Book, 45 pages. - $12.00
How does a mother mountain lion care for her kittens? How do she and her mate get food for themselves? In other words, how is a mountain lion especially fitted for his life in the wild? And how does he affect other living things around him? These are some of the questions answered in this book. It tells the story of the mountain lion as a kind of cat. Then in moves on to other kinds of cats: Bobcat and lynx, jaguar and ocelot, tiger and leopard, cheetah and African lion - and the house cat. It points out the likenesses that group these animals into a family; emphasizes the body parts and habits that equip them for their special way of life; and demonstrates their influence on the living world around them.
SOLD!! The Comet and You: by E. C. Krupp, illus. by Robin Rector Krupp, 1985, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover, 48 pages. - $2.00
This book presents the history, appearance, and physical composition of Halley’s comet and compares it to other comets, describing its path through the solar system and its predicted return.
The Dangers of Noise: by Lucy Kavaler, illus. by Richard Cuffari, 1978, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 83 pages. - $4.00
Noise. Like the air we breathe, we are surrounded by it. And like the air we breathe, it is charged with danger. Today, with our increased awareness of the environment violation that is the by-product of our own technology, we view the problem of noise ever more seriously.
Deadly Creatures: by Steve Pollock, 1996, HB, VG, very minor wear to corners, two 'pull tabs' have minor tears, Ladybird Explorers Plus, 24 pages. - $2.00
Come face to face with some of nature’s most dangerous animals in Ladybird Explorers Plus Deadly Creatures. Discover how hungry tigers stalk, poisonous spiders spin, cobras swallow, and much, much more. Special see-through acetate pages, wheel, tabs, flaps, and windows make this exciting books truly interactive.
Dogs - Best Breeds for Young People: by Wilfrid S. Bronson, illus. by the author, 1969, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, beautiful illustrations, 96 pages. - $6.00
The desire for humans and canines to be in one another’s company dates back to prehistoric times, a fact known because their fossil bones have frequently been found together in caves. There were many reasons for man to share his food and home: dogs were his ally in war and in the hunt; they protected and controlled his herds and flocks; they acted as guards and guides; and, finally, they made splendid companions and pets. Today in choosing his “best friend,” man has over a hundred and twenty pure breeds and countless mixed breeds to select from in this country. To help people make the wisest and happiest choice for all concerned - dog and family - and to assist in the rearing of well-adjusted dogs, the author has written this fascinating book covering all aspects of dogdom, from historical to practical.
Dry Bones and Other Fossils: by Gary E. and Mary M. Parker, illus. by Jonathan Chong and Ron Hight, 1979, HB, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, corner torn off of front endpaper, several pages have minor creases, back endpaper torn out and missing, 80 pages. - $3.00
Join the Parker family on their annual fossil hunting adventure. Dr. Gary Parker and his wife Mary explain to their children what fossils are and how they are formed. They show how fossils support Noah’s Flood and contradict evolution. The Parker’s give answers for many questions, including, “Did the Grand Canyon require millions of years to form of could it have been created very quickly?” Learn how to conduct your own fossil hunt and how to prepare the larger fossils for moving.
SOLD!! Elephant Seal Island: by Evelyn Shaw, illus. by Cherryl Pape, 1978, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, pages browning but not brittle, Science I Can Read Book, 62 pages. - $2.00
Everybody Eats/Everybody Has a House: by Mary McBurney Green, illus. by Lucienne Bloch/Jeanne Bendick, 1950/1944, HB, G, moderate wear to edges and corners of cover, boards showing through corners and bottom edges, a few pages have minor stains, two-in one book, ex-lib, 41 pages. - $5.00
Everybody Eats: What does the dog eat? The cat, the pig? And YOU, when it’s dinner time, what is dinner for you?
Everybody Has a House: What does the dog have for a house? A cow, a bird, a mouse, a squirrel? What do YOU have for a house?
A Field Guide to the Larger Mammals of Africa: by Jean Dorst and Pierre Dandelot, 1983, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, one corner of cover has minor cut - boards showing slightly, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, includes "44 plates in color illustrating 233 species", 287 pages. - $6.00
Focus on Air: by Barbara Taylor, illus. by David Burroughs, 1994, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
A closer look at air through art, science, history, geography, literature, math and the natural world with interesting observations, fascinating facts and practical projects that are fun and easy to do.
Halley’s Comet: by Norman D. Anderson and Walter R. Brown, illus. with photos and prints, 1981, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, 78 pages. - $5.00
This book describes the discovery of Halley’s comet and its historic significance. Also briefly discusses what is known of the composition of comets and their relationship to the earth.
Here’s How It Works: by Duane Bradley and Eugene Lord, illus. by Anne Marie Jauss, 1962, stated first edition, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 157 pages. - $5.00
This book explains how air, water, motion, change, sound, light, heat, magnetism and electricity work; includes many easy-to-do experiments.
How the Body Works – 100 Ways Parents and Kids can Share the Miracle of the Human Body: by Steve Parker, 1994, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing through corners, pages rippled slightly, stains on edges of text, no mold or mildew, Reader’s Digest Young Families, 192 pages. - $2.00
Here are the basic facts about the complex and amazing machine that is the human body: Practical, safe experiments help the whole family learn by doing. Create a home laboratory with simple materials and ingredients commonly found around the home. Specially commissioned, full-color photographs, together with step-by-step instructions lead you clearly through each stage of discovery. And educational and entertaining way to understand the secrets of the body.
The Human Body - An Illustrated Guide to its Structure, Function, and Disorder: Editor-in-Chief Charles Clayman MD, 1995, Dorling Kindersley, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through a few corners,clear tape on spine, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 240 pages. - $6.00
· Over a thousand beautifully colored medical drawings bring the body to life, portraying it as a dynamic living organism
· Describes all the major systems of the body –from the skeleton and muscles to the digestive and reproductive organs
· Easy-to-follow text, skillfully combined with the illustrations, explains the most intricate details of the body’s workings
· More than 150 diseases and disorders are described, together with their causes, symptoms, current treatment, and surgery
SOLD!! Human Body - The Muscles: by Kathleen Elgin, illus. by the author, 1973, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, child's scribbling on front endpaper and one illustration, ex-lib, 71 pages. - $5.00
Insects that Live in Families: by Dean Morris, illustrated, 1977, HB, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, a few “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, nicely illustrated, 46 pages. - $4.00
Let’s Find Out – A First Picture Science Book: by Herman and Nina Schneider, illus. by Jeanne Bendick, 1946, HB, VVG, very minor wear to edges and corners, 39 pages. - $8.00
This is a very first book of scientific experiments that you may perform at home with simple things you find there. You'll learn lots of interesting things: Why does a kettle sing? Why does it rain? Why does an airplane stay up? Why do your feel feel colder on a bare floor than on a rug? This book shows you that you do not need great telescopes and huge engines to experiment at home. The pictures help you with experiments too.
The Living Year: by Richard Headstrom, illus. by Anee Marie Jauss, 1950, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, minor stains on inside cover, pages browning slightly but not brittle, ex-lib, 255 pages. - $30.00, rare title?
The Look-It-Up Book of Space: by Ira M. Freeman, illus. by John Polgreen, 1969, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, previous owner used book to press flowers and left them in the book causing minor stains to six pages, ex-lib, 129 pages. - $4.00
Magnets and How to Use Them: by Tillie S. Pine and Joseph Levine, illus. by Anne Marie Jauss, 1958, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, 47 pages. - $10.00
Monsters of Today and Yesterday: by William Wise, illus. by Lee Smith, 1967, HB w/DJ, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, minor wear to DJ, DJ has Mylar cover, a few “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, See and Read Book, rare title?, 62 pages. - $15.00
SOLD!! My First Book of How Things are Made – Crayons, Jeans, Peanut Butter, Guitars, and More: by George Jones, 1995, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing through corners, back endpaper torn out, a few “dog-eared” pages, 64 pages. - $2.00
This book shows young children the fascinating process of how familiar objects are manufactured. With color photographs and a clear, simple text, this book takes children through each process step by step, from raw materials to finished product. Visit an orange grove, a crayon factory, a Concord grape vineyard, a guitar workshop, a peanut farm, a printing press… Children get a behind-the-scenes tour of the places where their favorite things are created.
SOLD!! Octopus: by Carol Carrick, illus. by Donald Carrick, 1978, HB w/DJ, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 28 pages. - $5.00
Alert to the smells of danger she sensed through her skin, the female octopus crept spider-like over the bottom of the sea. She was searching for a safe den in which to lay her eggs. Reaching into a crevice, she tasted and touched the moray eel - a creature that made her arm recoil in terror. The octopus turned pale, jetted backward and shot out a powerful squirt of water through her siphon. But it was too late; the eel’s needle-sharp teethe ripped her arm.
People and Places: by Margaret Mead, illus. by W. T. Mars and Jan Fairservis, 1959, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, slightly moderate wear to DJ, several creases and a few tears to DJ, text crisp and clean, A Rainbow Book, 318 pages. - $6.00
Here, in an authoritative book written by a world-famous anthropologist and illustrated in color and black and white with 170 drawings and photographs, is a brilliant introduction to the most fascinating subject in the world - man…
Planet Earth – The Companion Volume to the PBS Television Series: by Johnathan Weiner, illustrated, 1986, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has minor tears and creases to DJ, text crisp and clean, 113 pages. - $3.00
Plants that Eat Animals: by Linna Bentley, illus. by Colin Threadgall, 1967, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few minor stains on cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, McGraw-Hill Natural Science Picture Book, 31 pages. - $7.00
SOLD!! Private Lives of the Stars: by Roy A. Gallant, 1986, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 117 pages. - $4.00
This book discusses the major classes of stars and describes how they are created, how they change, and what eventually happens to them.
Rain Forest: by Elinor Greenwood, illus. with photos, 2001, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, DK Eye Wonder Book, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $2.00
SOLD!! Science - More than 100 Questions and Answers to Things You Want to Know: by John Farndon, illus. by Julian Baker, 1999, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
How do things dissolve? What is a silicon chip? You'll find the answers to these and more than 100 other intriguing questions inside this excitingly illustrated book.
Science Games and Activities - Enriching Elementary Science with Games and Activities: by Guy Wagner, Joan Duea, D. Louis Finsand and Dorlan Mork, illus. by Randolph Chitwood, 1967, PB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 192 pages. - $1.00
The Secret Language of Snow: by Terry Tempest Williams and Ted Major, illus. by Jennifer Dewey, 1984, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, book has Mylar cover - no DJ, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 129 pages. - $25.00 rare title?
Snow is snow, right? Wrong! there is annui (falling snow), pukak (snow that can cause avalanches), siqoq (swirling or drifting snow), kanik (rime of tree trunks) - and many bother types of frosty white crystals. This book explores the phenomenon of snow through the vocabulary of the Inuit people of Alaska, who recognize well over a dozen different types of snow or snowy conditions. In ten graphic chapters, the authors describe how a particular kind of snow is formed, its physical properties, and how it affects the lives of plants, animals, and people of the Arctic. Chapter-opening verses set the scenes, and activities and projects allow readers to demonstrate and observes for themselves. Here is a fascinating and unique approach to the study of winter, combining scientific knowledge, the stories and myths of a far-off people, and the appeal of the familiar. Winter will never seem quite the same.
Space: by Simon Holland, 2001, HB, like new condition, appears to have never been read, DK Eye Wonder Book, 48 pages. - $2.00
Space is a colorful first guide to astronomy packed with facts about space exploration, the solar system, planets, stars, galaxies, and much more.
Space Answer Book: by Coulton Waugh, 1972, PB, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, name written on back cover, pages browning but not brittle, 46 pages. - $1.00
Space - Stars, Planets and Spacecraft: by Sue Becklake, illustrated, 1991, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, See and Explore Library, 64 pages. - $2.00
The quest for a greater understanding of our solar system has been going on since ancient times. Throughout history, scientists and scholars have been searching for and discovering fascinating new information about mysterious outer space. This book investigates what we have found so far, looks at the curious world of frozen planets, explores stars and black holes, and describes what satellites, probes and other spacecraft do. Packed with factual, up-to-date details on the latest technology, this elaborately illustrated book takes an in-depth look at a subject that is a perennial source of mystery and excitement.
Stories Behind Everday Things – Strange and Fascinating Facts About What’s All Around Us: by Reader’s Digest, 1980, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 416 pages. - $3.00
They Swim the Seas - The Mystery of Animal Migration: by Seymour Simon, illus. by Elsa Warnick, 1998, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, beautiful illustrations, 34 pages. - $4.00
Things that Measure: by Philip B. Carona, illus. by John Kaufmann, 1962, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few pages have minor creases, pages browning slightly but not brittle, ex-lib, 72 pages. - $5.00
SOLD!! This is the Moon: by Marion B. Cothren, illus. by Kurt Wiese, 1946, HB, rebound, G+, slightly moderate wear to cover, boards showing slightly through corners, book appears to have been wet at some point, very minor water stains on edge and bottom corner of text throughout – no mold or mildew stains or smell, two pages have one inch tear, pages browning but not brittle, ex-lib, 87 pages. - $5.00
Walt Disney’s Worlds of Nature – A Treasury of True-Life Adventures: by Rutherford Platt, illus. with photos, 1957, PB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on front endpaper, text crisp and clean, 176 pages. - $3.00
The Way the Universe Works: by Robin Kerrod and Giles Sparrow, 2002, DK – publisher, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 160 pages. - $3.00
Eye-opening experiments and exceptional photography reveal the wonders of space. Discover the nuts and bolts of the universe from the incredible power of gravity to the nature of dark matter. Test the theories with more that 60 experiments and projects. Next-generation visuals, sky charts, and cutting-edge content help explain amazing cosmic phenomena. Packed full of facts about astronomy today, the latest discoveries, new theories and more. An exciting way to explore the science behind planets, stars, and galaxies.
Whales and Dolphins: by Caroline Harris, 2005, HB, like new condition, appears to have never been read, perfect gift-giving condition, Kingfisher Young Knowledge Series, 48 pages. - $3.00
Investigate the world of science with this remarkable series. Stunning photographs zoom in on intriguing details, while lively text explores the facts about familiar subjects. Fun and easy-to-follow projects provide plenty of opportunity to learn more, with activities to do both at home and while outdoors.
What is a Bird?: by Jenifer W. Day, illus. by Tony Chen, 1975, HB, VG, minor wear to edges and corners of cover, minor staining on cover, one page has one inch tear, ex-lib, adorable illustrations, A Child’s Golden Science Book, 31 pages. - $4.00
What is a Flower?: by Jenifer W. Day, illus. by Dorothea Barlowe, 1975, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, beautiful illustrations, A Child’s Golden Science Book, 31 pages. - $5.00
SOLD!! Wonders Beyond the Solar System: by Rocco Feravolo, illus. by Constance Maltese, 1968, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, slightly moderate wear to DJ, a few minor tears on DJ, text crisp and clean, Dodd, Mead Wonder Books, 64 pages. - $12.00
Our Solar System is only a small part of the Milky Way galaxy, and the Milky Way galaxy is only a tiny part of the universe. What lies beyond our sun and the planets revolving around it is a vast expanse of stars - the entire cosmic system.
This incredible collection of experiments is guaranteed to amuse and amaze the young scientist in every household. Each page is jam-packed with color illustrations and clear, step-by-step instructions to help elementary school children have fun while learning how things work and why things happen in the world around them. By doing the hands-on activities, children can explore the basic scientific ideas that play a role in their everyday lives - using ordinary items that can be found right at home!
Adelbert the Penguin: by Ross E. Hutchins, illus. by Jerome P. Connolly, 1969, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, 64 pages. - $6.00
Album of Whales: by Tom McGowen, illus. by Rod Ruth, 1980, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, several “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, rare title?, 61 pages. - $10.00
Animal Encyclopedia: by Jonathan Elphick, Jen Green, Barbara Taylor, and Richard Walker, 2006, HB w/ DJ, exc., appears to never have been read, small tear on DJ, beautiful photos, 376 pages. – $10.00
An exciting, new visual encyclopedia exploring the animal world in absorbing detail. Over 2,000 animal species –from aardvarks to zebras – arranged alphabetically for easy access. Stunning up-close animal photography plus action sequences and artworks.
Fast-packed section about animal life including behavior, camouflage, adaptation, migration, breeding, and conservation. Fully cross-referenced to guide the reader to related entries and topics. And essential reference book to support project work at home or at school.
Animal Fact/Animal Fable: by Seymour Simon, illus. by Diane de Groat, 1979, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, a few “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, beautiful illustrations, 42 pages. - $3.00
Here is an unusual and striking picture book that combines fun with scientific fact. Seymour Simon has collected a fascinating variety of common beliefs about animals and presented them in the form of a guessing game. Each belief appears on the right-hand page with a witty illustration that carries the belief to its funniest extreme. The answer appears on the following page, accompanied by a scientifically accurate and exquisite illustrations that shows the animal as it really behaves.
Animals of the Temperate Forests: by Sylvia A. Johnson, illus. by Alcuin C. Dornisch, 1976, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, Mylar cover – no DJ, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, Lerner Wildlife Library, 28 pages. - $5.00
Explores the physical characteristics and habits of ten animals living in the temperate forest – the raccoon, otter, beaver, moose, porcupine, flying squirrel, red fox, koala, European brown bear, and white-tailed deer.
Animals in Danger - North America: by Gill Gould, illustrated, 1982, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on front cover and front endpaper, 26 pages. - $3.00
This book describes the whooping crane, black-footed ferret, Florida cougar, bald eagle, and Devil’s Hole pupfish - all animals on the endangered list in North America for a variety of reasons.
Animals in Their Home: by Anita Ganeri, illus. by John Mac and John Rielly, 1994, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, beautiful illustrations, A Step-by-Step Book, 30 pages. - $2.00
The Book of Great Inventions: by Chris Oxlade, Steve Parker, and Nigel Hawkes, illus. by David Russell and Ian Thompson, 1995, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to one corner of cover, boards showing through one corner, ¼ inch tear on spine, a few minor stains on cover, text crisp and clean, 127 pages. - $2.00
What would life be like today without cars, telephones, or TV? What if cameras, radios, or computers had never been invented? This book looks at the origins and developments of inventions that have transformed the modern world. Each chapter examines the science and technology behind an invention; each explores its impact, for good and bad, on everyday life.
The Cat Family: by F. Dorothy Wood, illus. by Jerome Connolly, 1968, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few minor stains on cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, beautiful illustrations, A Science Parade Book, 45 pages. - $12.00
How does a mother mountain lion care for her kittens? How do she and her mate get food for themselves? In other words, how is a mountain lion especially fitted for his life in the wild? And how does he affect other living things around him? These are some of the questions answered in this book. It tells the story of the mountain lion as a kind of cat. Then in moves on to other kinds of cats: Bobcat and lynx, jaguar and ocelot, tiger and leopard, cheetah and African lion - and the house cat. It points out the likenesses that group these animals into a family; emphasizes the body parts and habits that equip them for their special way of life; and demonstrates their influence on the living world around them.
SOLD!! The Comet and You: by E. C. Krupp, illus. by Robin Rector Krupp, 1985, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover, 48 pages. - $2.00
This book presents the history, appearance, and physical composition of Halley’s comet and compares it to other comets, describing its path through the solar system and its predicted return.
The Dangers of Noise: by Lucy Kavaler, illus. by Richard Cuffari, 1978, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 83 pages. - $4.00
Noise. Like the air we breathe, we are surrounded by it. And like the air we breathe, it is charged with danger. Today, with our increased awareness of the environment violation that is the by-product of our own technology, we view the problem of noise ever more seriously.
Deadly Creatures: by Steve Pollock, 1996, HB, VG, very minor wear to corners, two 'pull tabs' have minor tears, Ladybird Explorers Plus, 24 pages. - $2.00
Come face to face with some of nature’s most dangerous animals in Ladybird Explorers Plus Deadly Creatures. Discover how hungry tigers stalk, poisonous spiders spin, cobras swallow, and much, much more. Special see-through acetate pages, wheel, tabs, flaps, and windows make this exciting books truly interactive.
Dogs - Best Breeds for Young People: by Wilfrid S. Bronson, illus. by the author, 1969, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, beautiful illustrations, 96 pages. - $6.00
The desire for humans and canines to be in one another’s company dates back to prehistoric times, a fact known because their fossil bones have frequently been found together in caves. There were many reasons for man to share his food and home: dogs were his ally in war and in the hunt; they protected and controlled his herds and flocks; they acted as guards and guides; and, finally, they made splendid companions and pets. Today in choosing his “best friend,” man has over a hundred and twenty pure breeds and countless mixed breeds to select from in this country. To help people make the wisest and happiest choice for all concerned - dog and family - and to assist in the rearing of well-adjusted dogs, the author has written this fascinating book covering all aspects of dogdom, from historical to practical.
Dry Bones and Other Fossils: by Gary E. and Mary M. Parker, illus. by Jonathan Chong and Ron Hight, 1979, HB, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, corner torn off of front endpaper, several pages have minor creases, back endpaper torn out and missing, 80 pages. - $3.00
Join the Parker family on their annual fossil hunting adventure. Dr. Gary Parker and his wife Mary explain to their children what fossils are and how they are formed. They show how fossils support Noah’s Flood and contradict evolution. The Parker’s give answers for many questions, including, “Did the Grand Canyon require millions of years to form of could it have been created very quickly?” Learn how to conduct your own fossil hunt and how to prepare the larger fossils for moving.
SOLD!! Elephant Seal Island: by Evelyn Shaw, illus. by Cherryl Pape, 1978, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, pages browning but not brittle, Science I Can Read Book, 62 pages. - $2.00
Everybody Eats/Everybody Has a House: by Mary McBurney Green, illus. by Lucienne Bloch/Jeanne Bendick, 1950/1944, HB, G, moderate wear to edges and corners of cover, boards showing through corners and bottom edges, a few pages have minor stains, two-in one book, ex-lib, 41 pages. - $5.00
Everybody Eats: What does the dog eat? The cat, the pig? And YOU, when it’s dinner time, what is dinner for you?
Everybody Has a House: What does the dog have for a house? A cow, a bird, a mouse, a squirrel? What do YOU have for a house?
A Field Guide to the Larger Mammals of Africa: by Jean Dorst and Pierre Dandelot, 1983, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, one corner of cover has minor cut - boards showing slightly, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, includes "44 plates in color illustrating 233 species", 287 pages. - $6.00
Focus on Air: by Barbara Taylor, illus. by David Burroughs, 1994, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on inside front cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
A closer look at air through art, science, history, geography, literature, math and the natural world with interesting observations, fascinating facts and practical projects that are fun and easy to do.
Halley’s Comet: by Norman D. Anderson and Walter R. Brown, illus. with photos and prints, 1981, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, 78 pages. - $5.00
This book describes the discovery of Halley’s comet and its historic significance. Also briefly discusses what is known of the composition of comets and their relationship to the earth.
Here’s How It Works: by Duane Bradley and Eugene Lord, illus. by Anne Marie Jauss, 1962, stated first edition, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 157 pages. - $5.00
This book explains how air, water, motion, change, sound, light, heat, magnetism and electricity work; includes many easy-to-do experiments.
How the Body Works – 100 Ways Parents and Kids can Share the Miracle of the Human Body: by Steve Parker, 1994, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing through corners, pages rippled slightly, stains on edges of text, no mold or mildew, Reader’s Digest Young Families, 192 pages. - $2.00
Here are the basic facts about the complex and amazing machine that is the human body: Practical, safe experiments help the whole family learn by doing. Create a home laboratory with simple materials and ingredients commonly found around the home. Specially commissioned, full-color photographs, together with step-by-step instructions lead you clearly through each stage of discovery. And educational and entertaining way to understand the secrets of the body.
The Human Body - An Illustrated Guide to its Structure, Function, and Disorder: Editor-in-Chief Charles Clayman MD, 1995, Dorling Kindersley, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through a few corners,clear tape on spine, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 240 pages. - $6.00
· Over a thousand beautifully colored medical drawings bring the body to life, portraying it as a dynamic living organism
· Describes all the major systems of the body –from the skeleton and muscles to the digestive and reproductive organs
· Easy-to-follow text, skillfully combined with the illustrations, explains the most intricate details of the body’s workings
· More than 150 diseases and disorders are described, together with their causes, symptoms, current treatment, and surgery
SOLD!! Human Body - The Muscles: by Kathleen Elgin, illus. by the author, 1973, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, child's scribbling on front endpaper and one illustration, ex-lib, 71 pages. - $5.00
Insects that Live in Families: by Dean Morris, illustrated, 1977, HB, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, boards showing slightly through corners, a few “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, nicely illustrated, 46 pages. - $4.00
Let’s Find Out – A First Picture Science Book: by Herman and Nina Schneider, illus. by Jeanne Bendick, 1946, HB, VVG, very minor wear to edges and corners, 39 pages. - $8.00
This is a very first book of scientific experiments that you may perform at home with simple things you find there. You'll learn lots of interesting things: Why does a kettle sing? Why does it rain? Why does an airplane stay up? Why do your feel feel colder on a bare floor than on a rug? This book shows you that you do not need great telescopes and huge engines to experiment at home. The pictures help you with experiments too.
The Living Year: by Richard Headstrom, illus. by Anee Marie Jauss, 1950, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, minor stains on inside cover, pages browning slightly but not brittle, ex-lib, 255 pages. - $30.00, rare title?
The Look-It-Up Book of Space: by Ira M. Freeman, illus. by John Polgreen, 1969, HB, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, previous owner used book to press flowers and left them in the book causing minor stains to six pages, ex-lib, 129 pages. - $4.00
Magnets and How to Use Them: by Tillie S. Pine and Joseph Levine, illus. by Anne Marie Jauss, 1958, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few pages have minor stains, ex-lib, 47 pages. - $10.00
Monsters of Today and Yesterday: by William Wise, illus. by Lee Smith, 1967, HB w/DJ, VVG, minor wear to corners of cover, minor wear to DJ, DJ has Mylar cover, a few “dog-eared” pages, ex-lib, See and Read Book, rare title?, 62 pages. - $15.00
SOLD!! My First Book of How Things are Made – Crayons, Jeans, Peanut Butter, Guitars, and More: by George Jones, 1995, HB, VG, slightly moderate wear to corners of cover, boards showing through corners, back endpaper torn out, a few “dog-eared” pages, 64 pages. - $2.00
This book shows young children the fascinating process of how familiar objects are manufactured. With color photographs and a clear, simple text, this book takes children through each process step by step, from raw materials to finished product. Visit an orange grove, a crayon factory, a Concord grape vineyard, a guitar workshop, a peanut farm, a printing press… Children get a behind-the-scenes tour of the places where their favorite things are created.
SOLD!! Octopus: by Carol Carrick, illus. by Donald Carrick, 1978, HB w/DJ, rebound, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 28 pages. - $5.00
Alert to the smells of danger she sensed through her skin, the female octopus crept spider-like over the bottom of the sea. She was searching for a safe den in which to lay her eggs. Reaching into a crevice, she tasted and touched the moray eel - a creature that made her arm recoil in terror. The octopus turned pale, jetted backward and shot out a powerful squirt of water through her siphon. But it was too late; the eel’s needle-sharp teethe ripped her arm.
People and Places: by Margaret Mead, illus. by W. T. Mars and Jan Fairservis, 1959, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, slightly moderate wear to DJ, several creases and a few tears to DJ, text crisp and clean, A Rainbow Book, 318 pages. - $6.00
Here, in an authoritative book written by a world-famous anthropologist and illustrated in color and black and white with 170 drawings and photographs, is a brilliant introduction to the most fascinating subject in the world - man…
Planet Earth – The Companion Volume to the PBS Television Series: by Johnathan Weiner, illustrated, 1986, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has minor tears and creases to DJ, text crisp and clean, 113 pages. - $3.00
Plants that Eat Animals: by Linna Bentley, illus. by Colin Threadgall, 1967, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few minor stains on cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, McGraw-Hill Natural Science Picture Book, 31 pages. - $7.00
SOLD!! Private Lives of the Stars: by Roy A. Gallant, 1986, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 117 pages. - $4.00
This book discusses the major classes of stars and describes how they are created, how they change, and what eventually happens to them.
Rain Forest: by Elinor Greenwood, illus. with photos, 2001, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, DK Eye Wonder Book, ex-lib, 48 pages. - $2.00
SOLD!! Science - More than 100 Questions and Answers to Things You Want to Know: by John Farndon, illus. by Julian Baker, 1999, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 32 pages. - $2.00
How do things dissolve? What is a silicon chip? You'll find the answers to these and more than 100 other intriguing questions inside this excitingly illustrated book.
Science Games and Activities - Enriching Elementary Science with Games and Activities: by Guy Wagner, Joan Duea, D. Louis Finsand and Dorlan Mork, illus. by Randolph Chitwood, 1967, PB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 192 pages. - $1.00
The Secret Language of Snow: by Terry Tempest Williams and Ted Major, illus. by Jennifer Dewey, 1984, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, book has Mylar cover - no DJ, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 129 pages. - $25.00 rare title?
Snow is snow, right? Wrong! there is annui (falling snow), pukak (snow that can cause avalanches), siqoq (swirling or drifting snow), kanik (rime of tree trunks) - and many bother types of frosty white crystals. This book explores the phenomenon of snow through the vocabulary of the Inuit people of Alaska, who recognize well over a dozen different types of snow or snowy conditions. In ten graphic chapters, the authors describe how a particular kind of snow is formed, its physical properties, and how it affects the lives of plants, animals, and people of the Arctic. Chapter-opening verses set the scenes, and activities and projects allow readers to demonstrate and observes for themselves. Here is a fascinating and unique approach to the study of winter, combining scientific knowledge, the stories and myths of a far-off people, and the appeal of the familiar. Winter will never seem quite the same.
Space: by Simon Holland, 2001, HB, like new condition, appears to have never been read, DK Eye Wonder Book, 48 pages. - $2.00
Space is a colorful first guide to astronomy packed with facts about space exploration, the solar system, planets, stars, galaxies, and much more.
Space Answer Book: by Coulton Waugh, 1972, PB, VG, minor wear to corners of cover, name written on back cover, pages browning but not brittle, 46 pages. - $1.00
Space - Stars, Planets and Spacecraft: by Sue Becklake, illustrated, 1991, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, See and Explore Library, 64 pages. - $2.00
The quest for a greater understanding of our solar system has been going on since ancient times. Throughout history, scientists and scholars have been searching for and discovering fascinating new information about mysterious outer space. This book investigates what we have found so far, looks at the curious world of frozen planets, explores stars and black holes, and describes what satellites, probes and other spacecraft do. Packed with factual, up-to-date details on the latest technology, this elaborately illustrated book takes an in-depth look at a subject that is a perennial source of mystery and excitement.
Stories Behind Everday Things – Strange and Fascinating Facts About What’s All Around Us: by Reader’s Digest, 1980, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, 416 pages. - $3.00
They Swim the Seas - The Mystery of Animal Migration: by Seymour Simon, illus. by Elsa Warnick, 1998, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, beautiful illustrations, 34 pages. - $4.00
Things that Measure: by Philip B. Carona, illus. by John Kaufmann, 1962, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, a few pages have minor creases, pages browning slightly but not brittle, ex-lib, 72 pages. - $5.00
SOLD!! This is the Moon: by Marion B. Cothren, illus. by Kurt Wiese, 1946, HB, rebound, G+, slightly moderate wear to cover, boards showing slightly through corners, book appears to have been wet at some point, very minor water stains on edge and bottom corner of text throughout – no mold or mildew stains or smell, two pages have one inch tear, pages browning but not brittle, ex-lib, 87 pages. - $5.00
Walt Disney’s Worlds of Nature – A Treasury of True-Life Adventures: by Rutherford Platt, illus. with photos, 1957, PB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, name written on front endpaper, text crisp and clean, 176 pages. - $3.00
The Way the Universe Works: by Robin Kerrod and Giles Sparrow, 2002, DK – publisher, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, DJ has Mylar cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, 160 pages. - $3.00
Eye-opening experiments and exceptional photography reveal the wonders of space. Discover the nuts and bolts of the universe from the incredible power of gravity to the nature of dark matter. Test the theories with more that 60 experiments and projects. Next-generation visuals, sky charts, and cutting-edge content help explain amazing cosmic phenomena. Packed full of facts about astronomy today, the latest discoveries, new theories and more. An exciting way to explore the science behind planets, stars, and galaxies.
Whales and Dolphins: by Caroline Harris, 2005, HB, like new condition, appears to have never been read, perfect gift-giving condition, Kingfisher Young Knowledge Series, 48 pages. - $3.00
Investigate the world of science with this remarkable series. Stunning photographs zoom in on intriguing details, while lively text explores the facts about familiar subjects. Fun and easy-to-follow projects provide plenty of opportunity to learn more, with activities to do both at home and while outdoors.
What is a Bird?: by Jenifer W. Day, illus. by Tony Chen, 1975, HB, VG, minor wear to edges and corners of cover, minor staining on cover, one page has one inch tear, ex-lib, adorable illustrations, A Child’s Golden Science Book, 31 pages. - $4.00
What is a Flower?: by Jenifer W. Day, illus. by Dorothea Barlowe, 1975, HB, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, text crisp and clean, ex-lib, beautiful illustrations, A Child’s Golden Science Book, 31 pages. - $5.00
SOLD!! Wonders Beyond the Solar System: by Rocco Feravolo, illus. by Constance Maltese, 1968, HB w/DJ, VVG, very minor wear to corners of cover, slightly moderate wear to DJ, a few minor tears on DJ, text crisp and clean, Dodd, Mead Wonder Books, 64 pages. - $12.00
Our Solar System is only a small part of the Milky Way galaxy, and the Milky Way galaxy is only a tiny part of the universe. What lies beyond our sun and the planets revolving around it is a vast expanse of stars - the entire cosmic system.