The wedding is a ceremony that is surrounded by tradition and folklore, but why do we do what we do, and what lies behind the customs of marriage? What color should a wedding dress be? What is the ori
Describes the lives and adventures of some of North America's earliest explorers, discussing the challenges they faced, what routes they took, and their impact on the lives of indigenous peoples they
In 1535, thirteen-year-old Samuel de la Loire, who comes from a wealthy and aristocratic family in St. Malo, France, yearns for adventure, so he stows away aboard one of Jacques Cartier's ships, which
Discusses the early exploration of North America, describes the first encounters between European explorers and American Indians, and looks at the lasting impact of these relations.
Presents a history of America's pledge to the flag, notes how it has changed, and explains its meaning, with attention given to the addition of the phrase, "under God."
