Kate Riggs

"A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of hippopotamuses, the large African mammals. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why hippos live mostly in water"--

An illustrated introduction to the Egyptian pyramids that details a brief history of the structures, describes how and why they were constructed, and includes information for visitors.

An illustrated introduction to Easter Island for early readers that details a brief history of the island, describes the Moai statues, and includes information for visitors.

An illustrated introduction to the Great Wall of China for early readers that details a brief history of the Chinese structure, how it was built, and restoration efforts; and includes information for visitors.

This revised edition surveys key aspects of zebras, describing these striped African horses' appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains how zebras' stripes appeared on their coats.

An illustrated introduction to Machu Picchu for early readers that details a brief history of the ancient Peruvian city, how the Inca's built the city, Hiram Bingham's discovery in 1911; and includes information for visitors.