Adele Richardson

This book describes the land, animals, and people of Iran, a country in southwest Asia.

China is discussed with information about the location, geography, and people, and instructions for a project.

Simply examines different kinds of shells, how they are formed, and the animals that produce them, with information on what is involved in starting a collection.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, various types, life cycle, and habitat of manatees, endangered marine animals that can live up to sixty years.

Presents an introduction to hyenas describing their physical characteristics, habitat, young, food, predators, and relationship to people.

Examines the origins and study of gemstones, including facts about mining and jewelry making.

Introduces the history and culture of the Russian Federation, including landscape, climate, schools, government, and home life.

Provides information about conditions in rain forests, the animals and plants that live there, the Amazon rain forest, forest resources, and changes that affect rain forests.

Tells the story of the Texas Rangers professional baseball club from its first season through 2006, and highlights significant players, managers, and games in the history of the team. Includes photographs.

Describes early models, major parts, and the workings of delivery trucks.