Silverstein, Virginia B.

Overview

Works:	271 works in 665 publications in 1 language and 94,555 library holdings
Genres:	Juvenile works
Roles:	Author
Classifications:	PZ10.S664, 572.46

Publication Timeline

Most widely held works by Virginia B Silverstein

Photosynthesis by Alvin Silverstein( )

5 editions published between 1998 and 2008 in English and held by 1,517 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Explains photosynthesis, the process responsible for providing the material and energy for all living things, and discusses such related issues as respiration, the carbon cycle, acid rain, and the greenhouse effect

Plate tectonics by Alvin Silverstein( )

6 editions published between 1998 and 2009 in English and held by 1,504 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses plate tectonics, the theory that the surface of the earth is always moving, and the connection of this phenomenon to earthquakes and volcanoes

The respiratory system by Alvin Silverstein( Book )

5 editions published between 1969 and 1994 in English and held by 1,484 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the processes by which living cells use food materials to get energy by combining them with oxygen

The muscular system by Alvin Silverstein( Book )

5 editions published between 1972 and 2004 in English and held by 1,479 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

The main parts of the muscular system and how they work, problems, diseases, and cures are discussed

Cells by Alvin Silverstein( Book )

9 editions published between 1969 and 2009 in English and held by 1,372 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A detailed presentation of the structure and function of different types of cells and of research into developing technologies such as cloning and the use of stem cells

Digestive system by Alvin Silverstein( Book )

7 editions published between 1970 and 2004 in English and held by 1,365 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Learn how the body breaks down foods into smaller bits so that they can be used by the body

Symbiosis by Alvin Silverstein( )

5 editions published between 1998 and 2008 in English and held by 1,326 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the three kinds of symbiosis: mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism and describes examples of these relationships

The Florida panther by Alvin Silverstein( )

2 editions published in 1997 in English and held by 1,288 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the Florida panther as well as the efforts being made to save it from extinction

Food chains by Alvin Silverstein( )

4 editions published between 1998 and 2008 in English and held by 1,272 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Explains various components of a food chain and discusses the concepts of food webs, umbrella species, biogeochemical cycles, and more

The grizzly bear by Alvin Silverstein( )

2 editions published in 1998 in English and held by 1,222 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of the grizzly bear, its decline in numbers due to human population growth and activities, and the efforts being made to maintain its population

The mustang by Alvin Silverstein( )

2 editions published in 1997 in English and held by 1,182 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the habits and habitats of wild mustangs and the efforts being made to save these horses from extinction

The California condor by Alvin Silverstein( )

2 editions published in 1998 in English and held by 1,147 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of the California condor, its decline in numbers due to human population growth and activities, and the efforts being made to maintain its population

Energy by Alvin Silverstein( )

5 editions published between 1998 and 2009 in English and held by 1,119 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the sources and uses of different types of energy, both natural and man-made, including electrical, magnetic, light, heat, sound, and nuclear energy

The circulatory system by Alvin Silverstein( Book )

4 editions published between 1994 and 1995 in English and held by 1,102 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Examines how the heart and blood vessels work in the body's circulatory system

The nervous system by Alvin Silverstein( Book )

5 editions published between 1971 and 2004 in English and held by 1,100 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the main parts of the nervous system, how it works, the diseases that may affect it and recent treatments for these diseases

Skeletal system by Alvin Silverstein( Book )

4 editions published between 1972 and 1994 in English and held by 1,071 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the structure of the human skeleton, explains the functions of particular bone groups, and discusses how the skeleton affects growth and movement

Snakes and such by Alvin Silverstein( )

2 editions published in 1999 in English and held by 971 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the positive and negative aspects of keeping such creatures as boas and pythons, chameleons, iguanas, turtles, frogs, and salamanders as pets

A pet or not? by Alvin Silverstein( )

2 editions published in 1999 in English and held by 962 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Discusses the pros and cons of owning exotic pets such as armadillos, llamas, monkeys, potbellied pigs, and sugar gliders, and offers advice on their care, feeding, and emotional support

The reproductive system by Alvin Silverstein( )

3 editions published in 1994 in English and held by 943 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Explores the reproductive system, discusses problems that affect it and recent treatments and cures for diseases

Cancer by Alvin Silverstein( Book )

4 editions published between 1972 and 2006 in English and held by 925 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Explains the various forms of cancer, their symptoms, possible causes, and treatment, and discusses research being conducted to find better means of preventing, detecting, treating, and curing this disease