Spangenburg, Ray

Examines early communities in the United States, exploring the preserved remnants of such settlements as Lewis and Clark's winter encampment in Oregon, Fort Larned in Kansas, and Grand Portage National Monument in Minnesota.

Explores ten locations that have had significant impact on the African-American experience.

Brings the history of literature and the arts in the United States to life via a detailed tour through the homes and studios of thirteen important American artists, writers, and musicians.

Presents a biography on twentieth-century American scientist and astronomer Carl Sagan and explores his work on planetary explorations and other scientific breakthroughs credited to him.

Reviews the history of road building in the U.S. from the first paved streets of colonial times, to the early western wagon trails, and to today's Interstate Highway System.

Presents twelve essays, each illuminating the life and achievements of a scientist or physician who has made an important contribution to the fight against disease since 1950, and includes photographs, chronologies, and references for further reading.

Discusses what makes a story newsworthy, the different people who are part of television newscasts, the reliability and distortions of these broadcasts, and how to use critical thinking when watching the news.