Roop, Peter

In theis book, you will find out all about Neil Armstrong, before he made history.

A biography of George Washington as a boy, before he became a general during the American Revolution and the first president of the United States.

A biography of Thomas Edison as a boy.

Discusses the events in Squanto's life up until he became and friend, teacher and helper to the Pilgrims when they celebrated the first harvest festival in America.

A collection of riddles and jokes about outer space, including "What goes up when you count down?" (a rocket) and "What do Martians have that no one else can have?" (baby Martians).

A collection of jokes about doctors and patients, such as "Why did the man laugh during his operation? The doctor had him in stitches.".

The United States purchases the Louisiana Territory from France, expanding the country.

Introduces the country of India, including the land, landmarks, homes, food, clothes, work, transportation, language, school, sports, celebrations, and the arts.

A collection of riddles about farming and farm animals, including "What do Hawaiian cows wear?" ("moo-moos") and "What does a farmer plow but never plant?" ("snow").

Discusses several mysteries of the solar system, including its origin and the possibility of life on Mars, and incorporates the opposing views of experts.