Sphinx

By Robert M. McClung

Details a year in the life of a sphinx moth, which is known as the horned tomato worm in its caterpillar stage.

America's first elephant

By Robert M. McClung

Recounts how the first elephant came to America in 1795, met President Washington, and toured the country.

Peeper, first voice of spring

By Robert M. McClung

The woods comes alive with the arrival of spring and the peepers, a type of tree frog, begin their evolutionary cycle.

Sea star

By Robert M. McClung

Traces the life cycle of the common starfish found on the eastern coast of the United States. Also introduces other marine animals that share its habitat.

Treasures in the Sea (Books for Young Explorers)

By Robert M. McClung

Describes some of the treasures to be found in the seas, including cargoes from wrecked ships, valuable shells, and pearls.

How animals hide

By Robert M. McClung

Text and photographs demonstrate how animals protect themselves through their natural coloring or shape.

Animals that build their homes

By Robert M. McClung

Text and photographs discuss animals that build their own homes including beavers, crayfish, and bees.

Buzztail and Leaper

By Robert M McClung

Buzztail the Story of a Rattlesnake

By Robert M. McClung

Gypsy moth: its history in America.

By Robert M. McClung

Describes the life cycle of the gypsy moth and man's attempts to control this insect's often damaging effects on trees and forests.