Rau, Dana Meachen

Looks at skyscrapers as an important part of modern life, explaining how they are constructed, and examining their interiors and exteriors.

Looks at pyramids as an important part of ancient Egyptian culture, and discusses how they were built, what they were made of, and their purpose.

Looks at log cabins as an important part of pioneer life, examining their interiors and exteriors, and explaining how they were constructed.

Photographs, illustrations, and simple text describes how to build an igloo.

Looks at the interiors and exteriors of castles, and explains what they are made of, and who lived in them.

Describes the size, characteristics, and composition of the planet Venus.

Briefly describes the discovery, composition, planetary motion, moons, and efforts to study the planet Uranus.

Examines the history of space exploration, and looks at telescopes, manned and unmanned missions, and plans for the future. Includes a glossary and resources for further study.

Briefly describes the surface features, composition, moons and rings, and efforts to study the planet Saturn.

Briefly describes the discovery, surface features, orbit, moon, and efforts to study the planet Pluto.