A New true book

Presents basic information on heredity, discussing such topics as chromosomes, genes, and multiple births.

Describes the formation of the remarkable canyons in this national park in Arizona and discusses other things to see and do there.

Describes the characteristics and habits of a variety of insects and animals that live in the soil or in caves.

Describes events such as parades, calf roping, saddle bronc riding, and steer wrestling which comprise the form of entertainment known as the rodeo.

Briefly discusses a variety of hunting, sporting, working, non-sporting, and toy dogs and how to choose and care for a dog as a pet.

Briefly describes the work performed by a variety of animals around the world, including dogs, cats, llamas, zebras, and yaks.

Describes the United States's first space station and discusses its purpose and history.

Briefly describes past and present uses of solar energy, especially for heating and electricity. Includes instructions for three simple experiments and a glossary.

Examines the history, formats, features, and uses of video tape recorders and discusses aspects such as music videos, video discs, piracy, and possible future developments.

Describes some existing and future telescopes and what they can tell us about outer space, with particular emphasis on the Edwin P. Hubble Space Telescope, which will begin orbiting Earth in the late eighties.