Washoe County Library System

Simple experiments introduce the basic concept of gravity and its relationship to weight.

Describes the habitat, life cycle, physical characteristics, and behavior of the orangutan.

An injured race horse is rehabilitated to carry riders in hippo therapy--horseback riding used as physical therapy.

Introduces the world of manatees, their physical characteristics, behavior, and interaction with humans.

An introduction to Venus, describing its place in the solar system, its physical characteristics, its movement in space, and other facts about this planet.

Focuses on Benjamin Franklin's role as an inventor of whimsical gadgets and practical contraptions, with an emphasis on his experiment of flying a kite during a rainstorm.

Offers a basic introduction to the planet Mercury, discussing its size, composition, physical appearance, temperature, unique features, location in the solar system, and how scientists study it.