Ocean State Libraries

Describes the sun and how it provides the light and energy which allow plant and animal life to exist on the earth.

"A simple presentation of the five senses, demonstrating some ways we use them. Children love to explore. Each day brings new sights and sounds, new things to smell and taste and touch . Aliki's simple text and cheerful art in this enlarged edition introduce very young children to the wonder of the five senses and all they reveal about the world around us." --

A simple introduction to the appearance, growth, habits, and behavior of starfish.

Explains how and why a thunderstorm occurs and gives safety steps to follow when lightning is flashing.

A simple introduction to the composition and functions of blood.

A detailed view of the small black and red ladybug that unobtrusively eats its weight in aphids and other crop-injuring insects.

Describes the behavior and physical characteristics of the birdsthat live in a sub-zero climate, swim instead of fly, and sendtheir chicks to "kindergarten."

A brief introduction to the importance of oxygen in maintainingplant and animal life.

Explains how fossils are formed and what they tell us about the past.