Joly, Dominique

It's July 14th and the twins are on vacation at their grandfather's house watching the fireworks from the balcony of a neighbor who tells them the story of the French Revolution--the taking of the Bastille, the Declaration of the Rights of Man, the guillotine, and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.

Explores the origin and uses of salt, both in the ancient world and today.

Follows the process of gardening, covering botanical experiments, types of gardens, and garden preparation and maintenance.