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August -- 2002

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BOOKS

Pub SF459 .B87 M55 2000
The Family Butterfly Book / Rick Mikula. Pownal, VT: Storey Books, 2000.
After providing some general information about butterflies, this book moves on to how to growing a garden that is attractive to butterflies, how to raise and farm butterflies, and the kinds of butterflies you're most likely to see in your garden. Helpful hints and information are provided throughout the book, and the activities can be fun for the whole family.
Color photographs, an index, projects, and more are provided.

Pub TR729 .W54 M57 2001
National Geographic, the Wildlife Photographs / John G. Mitchell. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Society, 2001.
175 stunning color photographs are featured in this volume from National Geographic. Arranged by habitat, the volume features images from both temperate and tropical forests, underwater, open country and flat lands, and the Arctic and Antarctic. More in-depth information is provided in each of the sections on an individual photographer. A discussion of the history and philosophy of wildlife photography at National Geographic is also included.

Pub QL696 .S473 P46 1979
Penguins / Roger Tory Peterson. Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin, 1979.
Descriptions of penguin species, illustrations, natural history, species evolution, and color photographs are all featured in this classic book on penguins by "King Penguin."

Biodiv QL84.7 .A1 Z66 2002
A Zoological Revolution: Using Native Fauna to Assist in its Own Survival / Edited by Daniel Lunney and Chris Dickman. Mosman, NSW: Royal Zoological Society of New South Wales; Sydney, NSW: Australian Museum, 2002.
This volume contains the papers presented at a forum held at the Australian Museum in May, 2000. The ideas espoused, controversial to many, created lively debate. Each paper is individually authored and supports the view of the forum: using native fauna, whether as pets or food livestock, to create awareness, focus on conservation, and help them to survive in a changing world.

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CHILDREN'S BOOKS

Pub Juv QL759 .G35 1995
Animals in Disguise / Anita Ganeri. New York: Little Simon, 1995.
Animal camouflage is explored in this book using see-through panels that actually present disguises at work. Insects, birds, reptiles and fish are all examined.

Pub Juv QH51 .S52 1993
Backyard / Donald M. Silver. New York: McGraw-Hill, 1993.
What would happen if you looked at One Small Square of your Backyard? What swuold you see? What could you learn? This book provides a glimpse into just such a square, and offers information, guides, and activities for you to do.

Pub Juv QL100 .P64 1996
Deadly Creatures / Steve Pollock. New York: Ladybird Books, 1996.
Dangerous creatures can be found on land, in the ground, in the sea, and in the air. Some of those creatures are profiled in this interactive book that is chock full of information. Jellyfish, snakes, lions, and spiders are just some of the animals examined.

Pub Juv QB46 .F765 2000
Exploring the Universe: Science Activities for Kids / Anthony D. Fredericks. Golden, CO: Fulcrum Resources, 2000.
Get help in Exploring the Universe from this great book of facts and activities. The author provides information about the many aspects of the universe, including space exploration, the planets, planetariums, comets, and more, and then intersperses them with relevant activities like "Constellations in a Can" and "Rocket Pressure." Web links are given for further research, as well as book citations, an index, a glossary, and more.

Pub Juv QL568 .F7 J8513 1991
The Fascinating World of Ants / Angels Julivert. Hauppauge, NY: Barron's, 1991.
Ants are given a closeup in this intersting book. Life cycle, anatomy, habitat, dwelling, predators, and more are examined as we enter the world of the highy efficient and interesting ant.

Pub Juv QL568 .A6 J8513 1991
The Fascinating World of Bees/ Angels Julivert. Hauppauge, NY: Barron's, 1991.
Bees do more than sting and make honey, and oyu can be introduced to the bee in this book. Learn about the hive, how bees dance, the three different classes of bee, and more.

Pub Juv QL576.2 .J8513 1995
The Fascinating World of Beetles/ Maria Ángels Julivert. Hauppauge, NY: Barron's, 1991.
Did you know that there are more than 300,000 kinds of beetles? In this book you can learn why some beetles are considered to be friends of nature, follow a beetle life cycle from larva to adult, and other fascinating beetle facts.

Pub Juv Q126.4 .V36 2001
Janice VanCleave's Science Through the Ages / Janice VanCleave. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2001.
Scientific exploration can be fun, easy, and educational. Just ask Janice VanCleave! Experiments in physics, anatomy, astronomy, and more are presented in an easy to understand way. Clear instructions are provided, along with with required materials, further experiments and information, and reference books.

Pub Juv Q182.3 .H458 2002
So You Have to Do a Science Fair Project / Joyce Henderson and Heather Tomasello. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2002.
The authors, an experienced science fair judge and an international science fair winner, help you pick a project, create an experiment, and organize and design a presentation. Clear instructions and information are provided. This book helps you make a great beginning.

Pub Juv QL821 .P18 2002
The Skull Alphabet Book / Jerry Pallotta and Ralph Masiello. Watertown, MA: Charlesbridge Publishing, 2002.
Visually fascinating, the book is intended for an older child. Mammal skulls are provided in alphabetical order, but the names are not given. Instead, clues are given and a key is provided for the animal names. If you look closely, you can also find the heads of the US presidents hidden in the pages.

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MULTIMEDIA/AUDIO VISUAL

Pub AV&M QL668 .E227 C36 1988
Cane Toads. New York: First Run Features, 1988.
Interesting information is presented in an irreverent manner in this film about the introduction of the cane toad in Queensland, Australia. The idea of using the toads as a biological control was conceived in the 1930s when Australia's sugar crops were threatened by cane grubs and beetles. The toads were thought to be a perfect way to eradicate the problem. However, beetles fly and toads do not, and the toads would rather mate, anyway. Thus began the infestation that has spread from Queensland to other areas of Australia. At once amusing and alarming, this documentary provides natural history information about the toads as well as a lesson in the danger of introduced species.

Pub AV&M QH91.75 .U6 M37 2002
Marine Ecological Reserves Research Program. La Jolla, CA: California Sea Grant Program, [2002].
This presentation of research results covering research between 1996 and 2001 is presented via CD-ROM and contains video, maps, and PDF documents detailing the large amount of data collected and conclusions made during the studies.

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