north america

An introduction to different kinds of Native American baskets, describing what they are used for and how they are made in an easy-to-read text that incorporates phonics instruction.

Provides a brief introduction to the life of explorer Robert La Salle.

A young Indian boy receives a big canoe, along with some unforseen complications.

In this retelling of an Ojibwe tale, a girl's act of bravery to save her family leads to the appearance in the world of the delicate and tender flower called the lady's slipper.

A young Athabaskan girl and her family make the annual return to their fish camp where they prepare for the long winter ahead.

Young Wolf goes in search of his horse Red Wind, which has been spirited away by a legendary wild stallion.

Presents the history of America since 1491 from an Indian perspective, with quotations from native people from the past and present, and includes photographs, paintings, drawings, and maps.

Describes amphibians and reptiles, showing how they live and in which habitat each species thrives. Suggests related activities and experiments.

Describes the insect families of North America, showing how and where they live and how to identify them. Suggests related activities and experiments.

Describes many North American butterfly species, discussing their major habitats and feeding patterns. Suggests activities and experiments.