DuTemple, Lesley A

Describes the physical and social characteristics of various whale species, including the first year of a humpback whale calf.

Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, behavior, and life cycle of the polar bear.

Describes the physical characteristics, diet, natural habitat, and life cycle of these large wading birds, and tells about the efforts of scientists to establish resident flocks.

Examines the land, people, history, and culture of Sweden and discusses its current state of affairs and place in the world today.

Describes coral reefs and the problems they face, discussing how they are affected by human activities and their possible future.

Recounts the history of the creation of the Taj Mahal, built as a tomb and memorial for the wife of the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.

Traces the history of the underground transportation system in New York City, discussing the politics involved, how it was financed, the men who built it, and the construction techniques.

Traces the history of the Hoover Dam on the Colorado river, discussing the politics involved, the men who built it, and the construction techniques.

Describes the physical characteristics and behavior of seals and sea lions, how they differ from each other, how they relate to humans, how they have become endangered, and what is being done to protect them.

Examines the causes and some specific occurrences of oil spills and leaks and discusses the environmental issues and efforts to prevent future spills.