O'Connell, Kim A

Presents a short study of the planet Mercury, and discusses it location and distance away from the sun and the earth, its special features, and other interesting facts and data about the planet.

Discusses the major battles, military tactics, and famous figures of the Mexican-American War. Includes Internet links to related Web sites, source documents, and photographs.

Reviews the critical battles of the Civil War, providing background information on the causes and a glimpse of the changes brought about by this war between the states. Includes Internet links to Web sites related to the Civil War.

Presents a short study of the planet Pluto, and describes who discovered it, its distance from the earth, its moon, and other interesting facts about the planet.

Examines the land, culture, economy, and history of China, and features links to Internet sites that contain additional information about the country.

Traces the life of the twenty-seventh president, who worked to guard against unfair child labor practices and oversaw the planting of the first Japanese cherry trees in Washington, D.C. Includes Internet links to Web sites, source documents, and photographs related to William Howard Taft.