Provides an introduction to map reading that covers why maps are needed, symbols, different kinds of maps, map features, legends, direction, relative location, latitude, longitude, scale, and distance.
Describes the characteristics of tsunamis, offers insight into the experiences of various children who have survived these natural disasters, and identifies areas of devastation on maps.
Provides information about the human immunodeficiency virus, HIV, and its related syndrome AIDS, chronicles the history of the epidemic, describes public reaction to HIV/AIDS, discusses the emergence of treatments, and includes a look at how HIV/AIDS has spread into a pandemic.
Outlines the spread of the plague, or Black Death, in medieval Europe and reveals how this disease affected the human populations that contracted it. Explores modern instances of plague around the world and outlines efforts to study, cure, and prevent the spread of this disease. Includes full-color photographs throughout.
Presents an introduction to the Declaration of Independence, exploring the ideas and events that led to its creation, and discussing its role in inspiring equality in the U.S. and around the world.
An introduction to the Sioux people, explaining who they are, reviewing the history of the Sioux, telling the story of Little Bighorn, and examining key parts of Sioux culture.
