Laurence Pringle

Pringle describes the key inventions and ideas that helped the ice business flourish. He discusses northern areas of the East and Midwest that were sources of ice and gives details of ice harvesting and storage by focusing on Rockland Lake, "the ice box of New York City."

Did you know that octopuses can eject ink in the shape of a ghostly octopus or detach a wiggling arm while jetting away to safety? Or that their skin can change color for camouflage? Octopuses are the subject of this latest installment of the successful Strange and Wonderful series. Covering the entire life cycle of these mysterious ocean dwellers and their anatomical details and behavioral quirks.

Discusses the similarities and differences among the varied species of scorpions.

"Follow a year in the life of Volans, a flying squirrel, as she glides in the night air to hunt for food, deftly avoids danger from a raccoon, and gives birth to three tiny pups before preparing once again for the coming winter. Emerging at night from a cozy nest high in a tree, Volans the flying squirrel glides down. Although called a "flying" squirrel, she actually doesn't fly--she glides using fur-covered flaps. Her instincts lead her to her hidden...

Explores the life of the elusive night creature, the owl, found on every continent except Antarctica.

High in the canopy of the rain forest, a sloth spends her days and nights, camouflaged from predators. She moves very little. You might not spot her because she has a secret life. Follow her as she swims and climbs, looks for food, escapes a harpy eagle, and gives birth to her son...caring for him until the day when she will leave him to live a secret life of his own.

"The life of a red fox is a mystery to most people. You might catch a glimpse of blazing red fur or hear a far-off bard, but the fox's daily activities are know to few. Filled with fascinating facts and illuminating details, this nonfiction book invites readers on a yearlong journey with a red fox named Vixen."--Dust jacket.

An introduction to dolphin species from around the world, including bottlenose dolphins and several species of orcas. Describes dolphin habitats, physiology, communication, intelligence, parenting, eating habits, and other facts. Also discusses conservation and how to protect dolphins from hunting, pollution, and other threats. "Here is an accessible and comprehensive introduction to dolphin species from all over the world; this title is the latest...

An introduction to frogs including their life cycle.