Describes how a patriotic and eloquent attorney was inspired to write "The Star-Spangled Banner" after witnessing the British attack on Fort McHenry during the War of 1812.

Explores the sense of taste and the body parts used to produce it as well as its relationship to smell.

Suggests what to consider when selecting a gerbil for a pet and explains what it needs by way of housing, food, health care, and activities.

Provides information about ancient China, discussing structures, significant individuals, schools of thought, everyday life, and other related topics.

Recounts the journey into the western United States conducted by explorers Lewis and Clark, outlining their routes, personal experiences, and encounters with the Native Americans.

Provides information about Mesopotamia, discussing the importance of two rivers to the civilization, city-states, empires, ziggurats, reading, writing, and other related topics.

Describes the impact of climate change on animals, plants, and humans.

Explores oceans, discusses how they affect the climate, and describes the variety of life forms found there.