Taylor, Barbara 1954-

Overview

Works:	518 works in 1,010 publications in 10 languages and 35,667 library holdings
Genres:	Juvenile works Literature Trivia and miscellanea Picture books Puzzles and games FAQs Pictorial works
Roles:	Author, Contributor, Expert, Collaborator, Collector, Other, Scientific advisor
Classifications:	QL104, 508.311

Publication Timeline

Most widely held works by Barbara Taylor

Arctic & Antarctic by Barbara Taylor( Book )

21 editions published between 1994 and 2012 in 3 languages and held by 1,574 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Shows and describes wildlife found in the polar regions, looks at Inuit clothing and artifacts, and depicts the equipment used by polar explorers

Coral reef by Jane Burton( Book )

8 editions published between 1992 and 1993 in English and Spanish and held by 909 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Examines the variety of life found on coral reefs, including the seahorse, hermit crab, and sea slug. Natural habitats grow larger than life through magnificent, specially commissioned photographs, accompanied by clear text and fascinating captions

175 more science experiments to amuse and amaze your friends : experiments! tricks! things to make! by Terry Cash( Book )

1 edition published in 1991 in English and held by 813 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Experiments using common household items illustrate the principles of sound, electricity and magnets, weather, and simple chemistry

Animal giants by Barbara Taylor( Book )

4 editions published between 2004 and 2007 in English and Korean and held by 746 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Comprehensive introduction to the largest creatures in many different animal species on land, in the sky and sea

Animal homes by Barbara Taylor( Book )

8 editions published between 1996 and 2011 in 3 languages and held by 746 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the habitats of different animals. Examples include termite towers, wasp nests, nests of mud, cocoons, rotting logs, compost heaps, underground homes and rock pool refuge. Explains how the animals construct their homes and shows the huge variety of building materials they use. Suggested level: primary, intermediate, junior secondary

Pond life by Frank Greenaway( Book )

8 editions published between 1992 and 1998 in 3 languages and held by 727 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Examines the variety of life found in ponds, including the common newt, stickleback, and great diving beetle. Suggested level: primary, intermediate

Weather by Andrew Haslam( Book )

5 editions published between 1997 and 2008 in English and Dutch and held by 713 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Clarifies the study of the forces and principles involved with weather through the use of models and associated activities

The big book of bugs by Yuval Zommer( Book )

6 editions published between 2016 and 2017 in English and Japanese and held by 690 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Introductory spreads explain that bugs live nearly everywhere on Earth and give tips on how to become a young bug spotter. The book is divided into key groups of bugs, including beetles, moths, butterflies, bees, snails, crickets, grasshoppers, worms and spiders, all illustrated with scenic compositions. Some spreads approach the world of bugs thematically, such as bugs that come out at night, baby creepy-crawlies and life cycles, how bugs hide and show off and how some bugs love to live in your home

River life by Frank Greenaway( Book )

5 editions published between 1992 and 1998 in English and Undetermined and held by 666 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Examines, in text and photographs, the various animals and plants that live in and along a river

Insects by Barbara Taylor( Book )

9 editions published between 2002 and 2010 in English and Spanish and held by 605 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

An introduction to insects, including their types, physical characteristics, instincts, life cyles, and food habits

The bird atlas by Barbara Taylor( Book )

5 editions published between 1993 and 1999 in 5 languages and held by 603 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Describes the physical characteristics and habitats of birds around the world

The big book of the blue by Yuval Zommer( Book )

1 edition published in 2018 in English and held by 580 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Alongside everything the young oceanographer needs to know, Zommer's charming illustrations bring to life some of the slipperiest, scaliest, strangest, and most monstrous underwater animals. The book opens by explaining how different types of animals are able to breathe and survive underwater, and the different families to which they belong. Subsequent pages are dedicated to specific creatures, including sea turtles, whales, sharks, stingrays, and seahorses, and show varied life in specific habitats, such as a coral reef or deep sea bed. The Big Book of the Blue also explores the underwater world thematically, looking at animals in danger, learning how to spot creatures at the beach, and discovering how to do our part to save sea life. Beautiful and filled with fascinating facts, young, curious readers won't be able to tear their eyes away from the page

Structures, materials & art activities by Barbara Taylor( Book )

1 edition published in 2002 in English and held by 560 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Information about different kinds of structures built by humans and ideas about what it is like to be involved in a construction project form the foundation for a variety of craft projects

I wonder why zippers have teeth and other questions about inventions by Barbara Taylor( Book )

6 editions published between 1995 and 2012 in English and Persian and held by 552 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Answers a wide variety of questions about the invention of common household items

Mountains and volcanoes by Barbara Taylor( Book )

8 editions published between 1992 and 2001 in English and held by 549 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Full of activities and experiments

Sound and music by Barbara Taylor( Book )

7 editions published between 1990 and 1993 in English and held by 455 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Suggests activities demonstrating how variations in the creation of sound can create musical tones for the human ear and why musical instruments produce sound

Earth explained : a beginner's guide to our planet by Barbara Taylor( Book )

2 editions published in 1997 in Undetermined and English and held by 454 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

Explains facts about the forces inside and outside Earth

Forest life by Barbara Taylor( Book )

1 edition published in 1993 in English and held by 443 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

"Discusses the plants and animals that live in forests. Includes the weasel, giant wood wasp, and slippery jack mushroom." -- T.p. verso

The big book of beasts by Yuval Zommer( Book )

1 edition published in 2017 in English and held by 443 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

An animal fact book includes trivia on creatures from around the world, detailing their behaviors, physical characteristics, and life cycles

Oxford first book of dinosaurs by Barbara Taylor( Book )

1 edition published in 2001 in English and held by 435 WorldCat member libraries worldwide

A simple presentation of the habitat, life cycle, eating habits, and major groupings of dinosaurs