Kissock, Heather

Photographs and simple text share facts and information about koalas, describing their physical characteristics, diet, habitat, and related topics.

An introduction to American symbols, focusing on the White House and its history.

An introduction to American symbols, focusing on the Washington Monument and its history.

An introduction to American symbols, focusing on the United States national seal and its history.

Presents an introduction to astronauts and tells what it is like to travel and work in space.

Discusses the various types and uses of rockets, from those used for space exploration and for launching satellites to those used by the military and for fireworks, and covers the space race and what it takes to be an astronaut.

Simple text and photographs describe stars.

An introduction to the Civil War and Reconstruction, covering leaders, conflict, battles, and more. Includes teacher notes.

An introduction to American symbols, focusing on "The Star-Spangled Banner" and its history.

Photographs and simple text teach young readers about the sense of taste.