Most Popular Books by Dorothy Hinshaw Patent

Life on the prairie is depicted in this rhyming alphabet book.

Describes the massive forest fires that burned almost one million acres of Yellowstone National Park in 1988 and the effects, both positive and negative, on the ecology of the forest there.

Explains how different types of foods provide nutrients for the body.

Describes the characteristics of the North American prairie, the plants and animals found there, and the efforts made to preserve and restore the landscape that once stretched unbroken from southern Canada into northernmost Mexico.

"A vivid description--in text and photographs--of the annual gathering of bald eagles in Glacier National Park and of a wildlife research project to study the life cycle of our national bird".--ALA, Booklist. 47 black-and-white photographs.

Discusses the origin and types of fur; the fur of aquatic animals and those that live in hot climates; color, pattern, and length; the fur trade; the issue of wearing fur; and the use of wool

Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural habitats of the various species of pelicans, as well as the threats to their survival.

Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, methods of communication, and ecological significance of ants.

Discusses the mosquito's habits, development, and diseases it carries, as well as ways to control these creatures.

Describes the general characteristics of different kinds of fish with emphasis on their varied reproductive processes.

Examines the factors which influence the enormous variety of sizes and shapes in plants and animals.

Discusses examples and possible causes of plant and animal mimicry.

Describes the characteristics, functions, and kinds of bacteria, how some keep us healthy and others make us sick, and research done by scientists in using bacteria to improve the quality of human life.

Text and photos discuss farm and ranch animals upon which we depend for survival.

A general introduction to dolphins and porpoises, highlighting such areas as individual species, life cycles, anatomy, feeding habits, sonar system, and social organization.

Explains what germs are, how they attack the body, and how the body protects itself against their onslaught. Includes material on immunization and research in disease control.

Text and photographs describe the physical characteristics, behavior, breeds, and uses of ponies.

An introduction to the largest mammals that ever lived, with a brief history of whaling and how it has threatened the whales' survival.