juvenile literature

A brief description and history of Mexico and Central America.

Provides basic information about astronomy, modern space exploration and chemical discoveries.

Discusses the history, geography, natural resources, and people of Michigan.

Discusses the history, government, economy, natural resources, and culture of Illinois.

Describes the history, geography, economy, wildlife, and principal cities of Florida.

Presents the lives of twelve famous Romans, including Cicero, Julius Caesar, and Marcus Aurelius.

Describes the exploits of some of the men in the Old West, including John Wesley Hardin, Billy the Kid, "Doc" Holliday, and James Butler Hickok, who earned reputations for being deadly with a gun.

Articles originally published in "National Geographic" present the life and accomplishments of Robert E. Peary, focusing on his explorations of the North Pole.