Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Les sports de neige Les sports de neige Norman S. Barrett Cet ouvrage montre aux lecteurs comment s'initier aux sports d'hiver. Des photos, des schémas et un texte précis facilitent la compréhension des jeunes. L'ouvrage se termine par une histoire succinct… OL24172718W
Astronauts Astronauts Norman S. Barrett Describes how astronauts live and work in space. OL3262667W
Dolphins Dolphins Norman S. Barrett An introduction to the characteristics and behavior of dolphins. OL3262686W
Elephants Elephants Norman S. Barrett Introduces, in simple text and illustrations, the physical characteristics, habits, natural environment, and relationship to humans of the Indian and African elephant. OL3262690W
Flightless birds Flightless birds Norman S. Barrett Examines the physical features, nesting, and feeding habits of several flightless birds, including the ostrich, rhea, emu, and cassowary. OL3262693W
Helicopters Helicopters Norman S. Barrett Briefly discusses types of helicopters, including their history, unusual facts, and a short glossary. OL3262701W
Hurricanes and tornadoes Hurricanes and tornadoes Norman S. Barrett Describes how a hurricane or tornado happens, the damage caused, and precautions and defensive behavior. OL3262703W
Monsters of the deep Monsters of the deep Norman S. Barrett A look at predatory marine animals such as sharks, jellyfish, and octopus. OL3262712W
Pandas Pandas Norman S. Barrett Text and photographs introduce the giant panda in the wild and in captivity. OL3262719W
Penguins Penguins Norman S. Barrett Depicts the habitats, feeding habits, life cycle, and different species of penguins. OL3262722W
The picture world of airport rescue The picture world of airport rescue Norman S. Barrett Describes security preparations at airports for such emergencies as crashes, fires, or terrorist attacks. Includes photographs of the vehicles and other equipment used in such situations. OL3262727W
The picture world of astronauts The picture world of astronauts Norman S. Barrett Describes the training, preparation, and kind of missions faced by astronauts and discusses the pioneers of space travel. OL3262730W
The picture world of sea rescue The picture world of sea rescue Norman S. Barrett Examines vehicles and methods used for emergency rescue operations at sea, discussing tugboats, hovercraft, flying boats, and icebreakers. OL3262734W
Poisonous snakes Poisonous snakes Norman S. Barrett Describes a variety of venomous snakes from around the world and discusses their habitats, how they produce poison, and their natural enemies. OL3262740W
Space machines Space machines Norman S. Barrett 48 p. : 23 x 28 cm OL3262757W
Space shuttle Space shuttle Norman S. Barrett Introduces the vehicle used to carry people into space and back again, telling how it works, what it is like inside, and what the crew does. OL3262758W
The World Cup The World Cup Norman S. Barrett Introduces the sport enjoyed worldwide which features an international tournament every four years. Also includes highlights of noteworthy matches and profiles of outstanding players. OL3262775W
Snakes Snakes Norman S. Barrett Describes the characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of snakes, and looks at different kinds of snakes. OL3262787W