juvenile literature

Describes the geography, history, resources, and people of the polar regions emphasizing the way of life, need for conservation, and scientific experiments being carried on.

A history of the Sacramento River region--its settlers, Indian tribes, mining and farming areas, and the river and residents as they are today.

Describes the people and events important in the history and exploration of the river known as "Big Muddy.".

An account of the resourcefulness and courage of Lewis and Clark on their journey through the wilderness from St. Louis to the Pacific. Written from original records and diaries of the expedition.

An account of the rugged and energetic days of early Chicago from its beginnings as the settlement of Chickagou to the Great Fire.

Traces the exploration of the Ohio River and discusses the importance of the river's geographic position and the resources of its valley in the history of the nation.

Traces the history of the Connecticut River and its valley from its discovery in 1614 to the present day.

Traces the history and development of Puerto Rico from about 50 B.C. to the present day, and discusses the problems and contributions of modern Puerto Ricans who move to the mainland.

Text and photographs describe seven ancient cities and what they reveal of the civilizations that produced them.

Ten stories of desert explorations in which men and women, driven by dreams of discovery, searched for water, converts to Christianity, a homeland, and mineral treasure.