Allan B. Cobb

  • 16

    Catalog books

  • 6

    Works

  • 2000 to 2009

    Strongest span

Who This Author Is

Allan B. Cobb writes concise nonfiction for young and curious readers, covering science, health, and practical topics. His books range from focused science primers like Light and Optics and Earth Chemistry to accessible guides on real-world subjects such as Cadmium, Mexico, and emergency careers for first responders.

Cobb balances clear explanations with approachable length, tackling complex subjects — star formation, migraine types, or substance risks — in readable chapters. His work suits classroom use and independent exploration, offering straightforward facts, context, and vocabulary for middle-grade and teen audiences.

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Author At A Glance

Best known for: Clear, concise science explanations • Short educational nonficiton for young readers • Practical health and safety topics • Introductory country and chemistry guides

Genres and themes: Children's science • Educational nonfiction • Health awareness • Geography

Who this author is best for: Readable, fact-focused books aimed at middle-grade and teen readers who want straightforward introductions to science, health, and places.

Browse by topic—pick a single-subject title (chemistry, optics, or health) to sample Cobb’s clear, classroom-friendly style.

Top Books To Start With

  1. Earth Chemistry (Essential Chemistry)

    Chelsea House Publishers • 2008 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2008 • 128 pages.

  2. Mexico

    Rosen Publishing Group • 2003 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2003 • 128 pages.

  3. Light and Optics (Science)

    Rosen Central • 2000 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2000 • 48 pages.

  4. Super Science Projects About Energy and Motion (Psyched for Science)

    Rosen Central • 2000 • quick commitment

    You want classroom-tested energy experiments for elementary science from Allan B.

  5. Super Science Projects About Oceans (Psyched for Science)

    Rosen Central • 2000 • quick commitment

    You teach elementary science and want ocean experiments with clear materials lists | You need classroom-ready projects f…

  6. Super Science Projects About Sound (Psyched for Science)

    Rosen Central • 2000 • quick commitment

    You expect in-depth acoustics theory or college-level math about frequency | You need extensive teacher’s edition materi…

  7. Migraines and headaches

    Rosen Pub. • 2009 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2009 • 64 pages.

  8. Heroin (Junior Drug Awareness)

    Chelsea House Pub (L) • 2008 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2008 • 112 pages.

  9. Cadmium (Elements)

    Benchmark Books (NY) • 2007 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2007 • 32 pages.

  10. First Responders (Extreme Careers: Set 5)

    Rosen Publishing Group • 2007 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2007 • 64 pages.

How The Picks Compare

  • Mexico gives you an earlier look at this author’s shelf, while Earth Chemistry (Essential Chemistry) leans later in the catalog.
  • Light and Optics (Science) is also useful if you want a different publishing lane from Earth Chemistry (Essential Chemistry).

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