David Burnie

"Find out about some of the 9,500 species of birds that live in a huge range of habitats, from deserts and rainforests to the polar ice caps. As well as finding out about different orders of birds, take a detailed look at individual feathers and beak shapes, and explore behavior, from fish- and meat-eaters to seed- and plant-eaters. Witness the breathtaking moment when a chick hatches from its egg and watch as the young birds grow in their nest to...

"Discover the flowers that grow in gardens, woods, grasslands, mountains, and deserts, or along streams and seashores. Find out how long a flower lives, and how it uses its smell as a signal for bees and other insects."-- Back cover.

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

A collection of full-color 3-D models, maps, fact boxes, and photographs that describe the world of plants including the germination of seeds, plant defenses, and uses of plants.

Describes what is involved in studying bugs and presents projects and activities for collecting and observing them.

A detailed, well-illustrated guide to the major systems, functions, and structures of the human body.

Presents information about the complexities of the plant kingdom, covering non-flowering as well as flowering plants and revealing their structures, natural history, and importance in human life.

Describes the anatomy of many animal species and explains how their bodies work to help them survive. Covers such animals as birds, butterflies, elephants, crocodiles, and wolves, and includes color photos, illustrations, and diagrams.