Falk, Laine

Photographs and simple text describe the positions and techniques of soccer including heading and passing the ball, the goalie's job, scoring a goal, dribbling and juggling, and what soccer players wear.

Photographs, diagrams, graphs, and simple text about going to school help young learners develop vocabulary and basic grammar and comprehension skills, with websites for further research.

Describes the different ways children around the world eat their food.

Simple text and photographs provide an introduction to Washington, D.C., discussing its buildings, monuments, zoo, and museums.

Simple text and photographs discuss the design and carving of Mount Rushmore, how the monument is taken care of, and its role as a tourist destination, with a comparison of the project to the Crazy Horse Memorial.

Photographs and simple text introduce young readers to the basic techniques of Tae Kwon Do.

A simple introduction to the five senses presented through the experiences of Charlie, a dog that lives in the city, and Buttercup, a dog that lives in the country.

A simple introduction to opposites presented through a young girl describing a typical day.

Explains what a citizen is and looks at some of the things that make a person a good citizen.

Introduces early readers to the life of President Barack Obama, discussing his childhood in Hawaii, years as a teacher, lawyer, and senator, and victory in the 2008 presidential race.