Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and possible fate of the Australian marsupials that are sometimes confused with bears.

Refers to the debate about whether or not pandas are bears; then discusses primarily the giant panda, its habitat, food source, reproduction, and relationship with humans.

Examines the significance of bears in our culture and their appearance in religion, symbolism, stories, and astrology.

Relates the history of basketball from the 1890s to today, including discussion of prominent teams, women's teams, and the National Basketball Association.

Explains what adoption is, why a parent might put a child up for adoption, and what is special about being adopted.

Helps the first-born child understand and deal with what happens when a new baby becomes part of the family.

Explains the difference between being sad and being clinically depressed and discusses ways a child can deal with having a parent who is sad or depressed.

A collective biography of important American women who fought for the female right to vote, including Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Sojourner Truth, Lucy Stone, Victoria Woodhull, Amelia Jenks Bloomer, Mary Church Terrell, Alice Paul, Carrie Chapman Catt, and Jeannette Pickering Rankin.

Describes how professional hockey teams prepare for games, analyze the games afterwards for improvement, develop strategies, and build themselves through player selection.

Describes how professional football teams prepare for games, analyze the games afterwards for improvement, develop strategies, and build themselves through player selection.