history

Tells the story of Isaac Cline, a weather scientist in Galveston, Texas in 1900, discussing his belief and assertion that nothing in the way of weather could destroy the coastal city; and looks at how Cline dealt with the aftermath of the hurricane that hit Galveston on September 8, claiming the lives of thousands of people.

Explores the forces for change that brought the human and natural sciences together and gave them shape, presenting examples to support the author's contention that science and art comprise a range of perennially familiar practices in two largely distinct, but occasionally overlapping spheres.

Historical documents help trace the development of imperial growth throughout the world.

Studies the historical progression of mime from its beginnings is ancient Greece through its postmodern movement in theatre.

Studies the history of the flu, focusing on the influenza pandemic of 1918, and discusses how the government has tried to discover what caused the pandemic and prevent it from occurring again.

Contains sixty-one math lessons for middle school students, each with historical facts about the problem, an activity, and teacher notes.

Examines the emergence of Eskimos from the perspective of European exploration, beginning in Greenland about A.D. 1000, to northern Alaska in the 1800s.

An account of the events which led to the solution of the structure of DNA.

Discusses the history of dolls and explains how to start and maintain a doll collection.

Explores the world of dance--its traditions, language, and history from cultures around the world.