- High-interest topics encourage independent reading - Includes four real-life stories - All stories relate to one theme - Full-color photographs - Meets Science and Social Studies Standards Grades K-4 National Science Standards - Science in Personal and Social Perspectives: VI - Safety and security are basic needs of humans Grades K-4 National Social Studies Standards - Individual Development and Identity: IV - Describe personal changes over time, such as physical development and personal interests. - Explore factors that contribute to identity.