Adamson, Heather

Photographs and simple text describe homes in many different cultures including cabins in Switzerland, African huts, adobe homes of the American Southwest, houseboats in Asia, country farm homes, and big city apartments.

Colorful photographs and simple text profile the clothing and styles of different cultures around the world.

Describes a shopping trip to the grocery story, discussing various departments such as the bakery and deli. Includes visual literacy activity.

Highlights animals of all types known for their large size, including the blue whale, the Goliath beetle, and more. Includes comprehension activity.

Highlights animals with speed records, including the fastest land mammal, fastest digger, fastest swimmer, and more. Includes comprehension activity.

Describes different ways people spend family vacations. Includes simple craft.

Looks at some of the different ways children have fun at their birthday parties. Includes a craft project.

Simple text and color photographs describe the units and tools used to measure weight.

Highlights different types of bird nests, showing where they are located and what they are made of. Includes comprehensive activity.

Text and photographs detail significant moments and players in professional soccer history, such as Brazil's undefeated performance in the 1970 World Cup, Ronaldinho's bicycle kick goal against Villarreal in 2006, and Brandi Chastain's penalty shot against China during the 1999 Women's World Cup.