This book discusses the history of the transcontinental railroad.
This book discusses the people and history of the Oregon Trail.
This book discusses the history and events of the California Gold Rush.
This book discusses the history, people, and events involved in the expansion of the West.
The Erie Canal linked the Atlantic coast with the people in the Great Lakes region. This book discusses the history and events that made the Erie Canal possible.
This book discusses the history and purpose of the Mayflower Compact.
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Phoenicians
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Israelites.
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Mesopotamians.
This book introduces young readers to the history, people, social structure, beliefs, and daily lives of the ancient Persians.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the southeast woodlands.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of California.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the southwest.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the northwest and subarctic.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the plains and prairies.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the plateau.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the Great Basin.
This book discusses the wisdom, resourcefulness, traditions, struggles, and accomplishments of the people of the northeast woodlands.
Historical and anecdotal information about selected major historic monuments and sites in each of the fifty states.
Does a doll cemetery or a gum wall sound like a good vacation destination? Read all about these and other places that will gross you out!
Would you eat a spider or maggot cheese? Learn about these and other disgusting foods people around the world eat every day.
San Francisco, California, was first visited by Spanish settlers in 1769. The Spanish officially settled the area in 1776, and the city began growing into the major city it is today. Learn all about the cities landmarks, sport's teams and other facts that make this city one of the most popular U.S. cities.
Denver, Colorado, was built along streams and rivers on the high, flat, grassy plains. Millions of years ago, dinosaurs wandered this area. After they disappeared, mammoths, giant bison, and even camels lived here. Learn all about the history, landmarks, sports teams and other things that make Denver such a wonderful place to live!
Located in the middle of the country, St. Louis is on the eastern side of the state of Missouri and alongside the mighty Mississippi River. People here are called “Saint Louisans” and the city is called the “Gateway to the West.” Learn all about this city's landmarks, sports teams, and other fascinating facts.
New Orleans, Louisiana, was founded by French Colonists in 1817. Because of its location, New Orleans played a large role in the antebellum slave trade, both in the importing of slaves and the growing of cotton and sugar crops using slave labor. During the Civil War (1861-1865), the city was captured by the Union Army. Learn all about the cultures, music, sports teams and everything else you need to know about this great city!