history

Describes the various types of transportation used by the early settlers.

An illustrated history of pets, discussing how some animals became domesticated, changing attitudes toward pets, animal superstitions, and famous pets and their owners.

Describes the role women and young girls played in the American Revolution, highlighting the contributions and exploits of women who had a significant impact on the colonists' fight for freedom.

Presents a history of skyscrapers around the world including the Pyramids of Giza, the Eiffel Tower, and the Empire State Building in New York.

Colorful illustrations and simple text tell the story of the life and baseball career of legendary pitcher Satchel Paige from his time with the Negro Leagues to his years with the American League.

A biography of a woman whose actions led to the desegregation of buses in Montgomery, Alabama, in the 1960s and who was an important figure in the early days of the civil rights movement.

Illustrations and easy-to-follow text introduce students to the Underground Railroad, discussing how it was formed, what it was, and how it helped free slaves during the Civil War.

A team history of the Giants, who arrived in San Francisco in 1958 from New York where they had played for seventy-five years.

Highlights the personalities and memorable games in the history of the team that began play in New York in 1962.

A team history of the baseball franchise that played in Los Angeles until their move to Anaheim, California, in 1966.