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by Ethel Hanauer
Cells, using a microscope, plant life, animals; 77 experiments involve growing protozoa, bacteria, building a terrarium, growing seeds in a sponge, studying spider web formation, similar material. Over 100 illustrations
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by Eugene F. Provenzo, Jr., Asterie Baker Provenzo
Simple but enjoyable experiments, performed with common household items, teach youngsters principles of light, elasticity, perspective, gravity, air pressure, optics, more. Instructions and illustrations.
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 Science Experiments and Amusements for Children
by Charles Vivian
Seventy-three easy experiments — requiring only materials found at home or easily available, such as candles, coins, steel wool, etc. — illustrate basic phenomena like vacuum, simple chemical reactions, and more. All safe. Modern, well-planned.
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| |  Learning About Cats
by Steven James Petruccio
Easy-to-read text plus 12 full-color sticker illustrations describe special characteristics of the Burmese, Siamese, Manx, and 9 other cats.
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| |  Learning About Sea Animals
by Sy Barlowe
Twelve full-color sticker illustrations of the sea horse, starfish, oyster, squid, horseshoe crab, and 7 others. One page of text describes each, with blank space for appropriate sticker.
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Products in Science & Nature | | | | 47 Easy-to-Do Classic Science Experiments
by Eugene F. Provenzo, Jr., Asterie Baker Provenzo
Simple but enjoyable experiments, performed with common household items, teach youngsters principles of light, elasticity, perspective, gravity, air pressure, optics, more. Instructions and illustrations.
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| | Biology Experiments for Children
by Ethel Hanauer
Cells, using a microscope, plant life, animals; 77 experiments involve growing protozoa, bacteria, building a terrarium, growing seeds in a sponge, studying spider web formation, similar material. Over 100 illustrations
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|  | The Cactus Coloring Book
by Stefen Bernath
The family cactacae ranges from Argentina to Canada and includes tropical Brazilian, West Indies flora as well as peyote. These 45 plates of over 25 species provide an excellent primer on the plant.
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|  | Calculator Puzzles, Tricks and Games
by Norvin Pallas
Perform amazing feats of mathematical magic, answer clever riddles, solve a baffling murder, and much more with this clever introduction to calculator games. Answers included.
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|  | Chemistry Experiments for Children
by Virginia L. Mullin
Exciting experiments introduce important principles of modern science. More than 40 illustrated projects include growing a crystal garden, manufacturing oxygen, creating a miniature volcano, making soap and toothpaste, and more.
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|  | The Code of Life
by Alvin Silverstein, Virginia Silverstein
Clear, concise presentation of how DNA works, how a human cell develops, what happens when "the code" goes wrong, the field of genetic engineering, and related topics. 24 black-and-white plates.
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|  | Cup and Saucer Chemistry
by Nathan Shalit
Thirty-eight safe experiments for youngsters seven and up. All they need to perform these fun and fascinating exercises are common household items: aspirin, paper towels, vinegar, and more.
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|  | Cut and Make a Human Skeleton
by A. G. Smith
Three-dimensional model (16½ inches high) of full human skeleton can be assembled with scissors, glue, needle, and thread. Easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams help pre-teens and older youngsters with little or no adult help.
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|  | Deadly Ants
by Seymour Simon, William Downey
Discover fascinating facts about dangerous ants: how they live and the methods of controlling their damage. Written in direct, easy-to-understand terms, this illustrated volume is suitable for readers of all ages.
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|  | Entertaining Science Experiments with Everyday Objects
by Martin Gardner
A prominent popular science writer presents simple instructions for 100 illustrated experiments. Memorable, easily understood experiments illuminate principles related to astronomy, chemistry, physiology, psychology, mathematics, topology, probability, acoustics, other areas.
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|  | Fascinating Science Experiments for Young People
by George Barr
Clearly illustrated, well-written text invites youngsters to perform experiments dealing with chemistry, astronomy, magnetism and electricity, weather, water, the body, sound and light, measurement and more. 130 illustrations.
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|  | Flowers
by Anna Pomaska
Full-color cards help youngsters identify a rose, tulip, daffodil, carnation, iris, 7 other blossoms. Identification on back.
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|  | Ghosts
by Seymour Simon
Nine true tales from the spirit world include the exploits of French castle-dwelling phantoms, an English specter that literally scares people to death, White House ghosts of former presidents, and more.
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|  | Human Anatomy Coloring Book
by Margaret Matt, Joe Ziemian
Careful, scientifically accurate line renderings of the body's organs and major systems: skeletal, muscular, nervous, reproductive, and more. Numerous views, cross-sections, and diagrams. Suggestions for coloring. Complete text. 43 plates.
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|  | Human Anatomy in Full Color
by John Green
Twenty-five exceptionally clear and detailed anatomical plates — with labels and extensive captions — depict the skeleton, spine, bones, joints, skull, muscles, skin and limbs; heart, stomach, other organs; much more.
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|  | Learning About African Animals
by Sy Barlowe
Full page of text describes distinguishing characteristics of ostrich, lion, cheetah, elephant, hippopotamus, zebra, gorilla, five other species. Space on each page to apply accurate full-color sticker illustration of animal described.
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|  | Learning About Birds
by Ruth Soffer
Delightful hands-on activity book includes 12 full-color stickers depicting the bluebird, robin, cardinal, downy woodpecker, and more. Youngsters affix the appropriate sticker to the page of easy-to-read text describing each bird.
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|  | Learning About Butterflies
by Jan Sovak
Wonderful little word-and-sticker-picture resource book describes characteristics of 12 different butterflies, among them the giant swallowtail, buckeye, red-spotted purple and mourning cloak. Ideal for home or classroom use.
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| | Learning About Cats
by Steven James Petruccio
Easy-to-read text plus 12 full-color sticker illustrations describe special characteristics of the Burmese, Siamese, Manx, and 9 other cats.
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|  | Learning About Desert Animals
by Sy Barlowe
Descriptions, sticker illustrations of the ringtail cat, tarantula, prairie dog, sidewinder, roadrunner, and 7 other creatures that make their homes in some of the hottest, driest areas on earth.
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