Dorothy Hinshaw Patent

"A stunning addition to the Scientists in the Field series that explores mercury pollution found in the rivers and streams of Western Montana that might cause harm to humans--and the extinction of the entire osprey species."--

Describes the destruction of Pompeii by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. and how its rediscovery nearly 1700 years later provided information about life in the Roman Empire.

"A dog's nose is 300 times more powerful than a human nose, so it's no wonder that dogs use their incredibly advanced sense of smell to do some very important jobs. Dorothy Hinshaw Patent explores the various ways specific dogs have put their super sniffing ability to use: from bedbug sniffers to explosive detectors to life-saving allergy detectors...and more. This dynamic photo-essay includes first-hand accounts from the people who work closely with...

Tells the story of Audie, a pit bull puppy who was rescued from Michael Vick's dog fighting ring.

Examines the general characteristics of deer, describes the physical traits of the white-tailed deer, the most common species in North America, and provides information about what they eat, their senses, enemies, and lifestyles.

Learn about beavers and the many different kinds of animals that depend upon them for survival.

When wolves were eliminated from Yellowstone National Park the natural system was out of balance. Shows the return of the wolves to the park and the natural balance being restored.

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of llamas.

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, reproduction, and habitat of frogs that live in the rain forest.