Del Norte Public Library

The wayward traveler -- Lemuel Gulliver -- ends up on a series of bizarrely populated islands. First he is a giant among little people, but then sees the situation reversed when he's surrounded by giants twelve times his size. Next he finds himself in the clouds, in a society of devoted but ultimately hapless mathematicians. Lastly, his journey brings him to an island where incredibly noble horses must deal with a race of uncouth, reviled ape-men:...

Discusses our early ancestors, their lives, and accomplishments.

Describes various kinds of submarines, how they work, the weapons they carry, and their uses in war and peace time.

Introduces, in simple text and illustrations, the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of monkeys and apes.

Describes how a hurricane or tornado happens, the damage caused, and precautions and defensive behavior.

Discusses volcanoes and their eruptions, geysers, hot springs, and volcanoes on other planets.

Describes several varieties of cats, their behavior, diet, and roles in domestic and wild habitats.

Text illustrated with photographs presents a variety of baby animals, wild and domestic.

While searching for someone to play ball with him, a dog dreams of fantastical adventures he could have with his ball.