Covering important American figures from recent times, each book includes fascinating sidebars, the subject's life at a glance, a parallel timeline of the subject's life and world events, source notes
Correlated to the social studies curriculum, each title in How People Lived in America looks at one aspect of daily life and how it has changed through different periods of American history. Clear, d
Traces the changes in the way Americans have amused themselves and the growth of leisure time from colonial times to the present, and describes the technological and social developments behind these d
Introduces the New England and Middle Atlantic states of the Northeast and discusses their geography, history, people, wildlife, resources, economy, and the challenges they face.
Describes the problems posed by fossil fuel dependence; discusses the positive and negative aspects of such alternative energy sources as solar power, wind energy, and geothermal energy; and provides
Many believe that a vegan diet is good for individuals and for the planet, but before making such a change, it is important to get the facts and learn about the benefits and challenges of maintaining
Introduces gardening basics, describes what to plant to attract butterflies, and discusses their physical characteristics, behaviors, and eating habits.
Provides step-by-step instructions for decorating eggs with such designs as speckles, zebra stripes, and rainbows, and discusses how egg decorating became popular.
Traces the changes in the way Americans have dressed from colonial times to the present, and describes the technological and social developments behind these differences.
"Describes how astronomers have been studying the solar system by using telescopes and through the use of space missions, both unmanned missions and manned missions."
Introduces quilting, discussing the materials needed, basic stitches, design, finishing, and four simple projects, along with a brief history and a description of the AIDS Memorial Quilt.
Details the Harlem Renaissance, the era in the 1920s and 1930s where this New York City neighborhood celebrated their African American identity through art, music, literature, and theater.
Presents the history and the basic skills of jump rope, with step-by-step instructions on how to do tricks and play several jump rope games, including Double Dutch.
Concise, easy-to-read introductions to various topics in U.S. history use primary documents and photography, as well as timelines, maps, and other tools, to teach important facts about our past.
An introduction to the art of making books offers a brief history of the craft, describes binding materials and methods, provides a look at a professional bookbinder's studio, and includes projects de
Kids can learn about the benefits and challenges of adhering to an all natural, chemical free diet in a book that offers helpful tips, facts about "going organic," delicious recipes and advice on how
Many people around the world embrace a vegetarian lifestyle, and this book will help readers understand the benefits and challenges of adhering to a diet that does not include red meat, poultry or fis
We rely on energy to fuel our activities, but fossil fuels cause pollution. And their supply is running out. What can you do? Alternative energy sources such as water, wind, and sun provide a promisin
