Describes various kinds of fossils, where they are found, how they were formed, what they reveal about the past, and the building and displaying of a fossil collection.
Describes the habits and way of life of the timber wolf, coyote, and fox; discusses common misconceptions about these animals; and explains the need for protecting them.
An introduction to land, sea, and freshwater mollusks, including their classification, physical characteristics and habits, superstitions about them, and their useful as well as unpleasant aspects. Includes a chapter on shell collecting.
Introduces the physical characteristics, habits, and environment of various kinds of rattlesnakes with emphasis on the prairie rattler. Also discusses myths about this reptile and precautions to take in rattlesnake country.