An introduction to pigeons, discussing physical characteristics, the talents of homing pigeons, and pet care.

A simple presentation of how our brain and nervous system work together to control our body activities and behavior; to enable us to learn, remember, see, smell, speak, and hear; and to feel emotions.

Suggests experiments introducing magnets and magnetism, demonstrating the magnetic field and the properties, strength, and uses of magnets.

Discusses the importance of the five senses and examines the structure of the sense organs and how they work.

Briefly discusses the history and uses of automatically operating devices from mechanical toys through dishwashers and clock radios to cyborgs and manipulators.

An introduction to Indian and African elephants, including what they eat, how they live, and how they are captured and tamed.

Briefly covers the characteristics, types, young, and relatives of whales and discusses the hunting and protection of these giants of the sea.

An elementary introduction to trains, what they do, train workers, and kinds of railroad cars.

Examines the mountainous community as an ecological niche and describes the plant and animal life supported there.

Introduces the parts of a tree and their functions, as well as the kinds of trees and their place in the environment.