With a seemingly permanent half-smile on their face, koalas are appealing to boys and girls alike. Filled with adorable photos, and carefully leveled text, this level 1 reader introduces beginning readers to these furry creatures, from cub to adult, exploring where they live, what they eat, and  even the way they say "hello" —by touching noses! National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources. Visit natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.