Don't throw out your kitchen scraps - grow them! Discover how you can transform leftover pomegranate seeds, mango pits, and dried bits of gingerroot into thriving plants. From the common carrot to the exotic cherimoya, you'll be amazed at the gardening possibilities hidden in the foods you eat.  With clear illustrations and step-by-step instructions, this innovative guide shows you how to cultivate 68 common shoots, seeds, pits, roots, and tubers...

Text and illustrations examine the characteristics of various amphibians pointing out their similarities and differences.

An introduction to seashells, explaining how they are classified and describing the differences that distinguish one kind of seashell from another.

Keeping a sharp eye out for clues like animal tracks and odors can help people identify the animals that have passed through an area.

Traces briefly the history of man's use of plants as medicine, describes the discovery of several plants which made medical history, tells of the plant medicines which are still in use today and of new uses of old plants, and discusses poisonous plants.

Introduces the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of sharks.

Explains what a bird of prey is and describes some of the different kinds, through text and drawings.

Examines the differences and similarities of ducks, geese, and swans.

Easy-to-read description of the reptile family which includes snakes, lizards, alligators, and crocodiles.

An introduction in simple text and illustrations to the physical characteristics and habits of the various species of whales.