juvenile literature

Chronicles the life and contributions of the inventor, from his sickly childhood to the creation of his own favorite invention, the phonograph.

Briefly describes the life and work of the twentieth-century Spanish surrealist painter, describing and giving examples of his art.

A biography of the inventor and manufacturer who produced one of the first self-scouring plows.

Discusses the voyages of Christopher Columbus who determined to beat everyone in the race to the Indies.

Introduces young readers to the history and culture of Mexico, and presents numbers one through ten in the Spanish language.

Describes the way of life of the Woodland Indians of the Northeast before the arrival of the white man. Also discusses what happened to these Indians and where they are today.

Presents the numbers one to ten in Japanese, using each number to introduce concepts about Japan and its culture.

Presents the numbers one through ten in Chinese, using each number to introduce concepts about China and Chinese culture.

Presents the numbers one through ten in Russian, using each number to introduce concepts about the Soviet Union and Russian culture.

Reveals some of the amazing inventions of the past and present that have come from young Americans, ages eight to nineteen.