Kent, Deborah

An introduction to Cuba.

Takes readers on a tour of Oregon, describing the state's history, culture, land, economy, government, and sights, and including unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, suggested activities, lists of famous people, cultural institutions, and annual events, and other resources.

Takes readers on a tour of Idaho, describing the state's history, culture, land, economy, government, and sights, andincluding unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, suggested activities, lists of famous people, culturalinstitutions, and annual events, and other resources.

Takes readers on a tour of Hawaii, describing the state's history, culture, land, economy, government, and sights, and including unique facts, color maps and photos, the state song, suggested activities, lists of famous people, cultural institutions, and annual events, and other resources.

Every day, millions of people across the United States drive on public roads, purchase goods shipped to stores on trains, and take flight across the country. They have access to water at the turn of a handle and electricity at the flip of a switch. These conveniences all come as the result of the nation's vast and highly developed infrastructure.

Introduces the life and research of the Mexican scientist who won the Nobel Prize for his work on the dangers of CFCs in our environment.

Provides a brief introduction to Helen Keller, her accomplishments, and her impact on American history.

After her kidneys fail, thirteen-year-old Rachel's curiosity about her birth mother becomes a question of extreme importance.

Fifteen-year-old Meg realizes that it's not her blindness that prevents her from joining the "in" crowd but her own individuality.

Cassie's attempt to keep her diabetic condition secret brings her into conflict with her mother and aunt.