O'Connell, Kim A

This text provides an overview of the history of ancient Greece, beginning with the Minoans, Greek mythology, and Mycenae, and continuing to the advent of Rome. Greek philosophy, religion, daily life, love of sports, and art and architecture are also explored.

"Learn about the art and cultural contributions, family life, religions and people of ancient Greece".

Discusses the art and cultural contributions, family life, religions and people of ancient Greece.

Discusses the land and climate, economy, government, and history of the Keystone State. Includes Internet links to Web sites, source documents, and photographs related to Pennsylvania.

A biography of the tenth President of the United States, under whose administration the Treaty of Wanghia was signed,thus opening China to American traders and paving the way for international trade that still occurs today. Includes Internet links to Web sites, source documents, and photographs related to John Tyler.

Presents a children's study on the history and culture of Ancient Greece and includes information on the land and people, their governmental system, city states and wars, Alexander the Great, and the legacy of arts and culture.

Presents a study of the Australian Wallaby, thought to be extinct in 1991 and provides a number of Web sites that discusses their habitat, feeding and breeding habits, predators and other threats.

A look at the Vietnam War through the eyes of the soldiers and civilians involved through letters, diaries, and other documents.

Examines the penguins of the Gal?pagos Islands and describes why they are at risk and attempts to protect them along with a number of Web sites about the islands and other animals that live there.

Describes the conditions of slaves in the United States, the role of African Americans in the Civil War, and the aftermath of slavery. Includes Internet links to Web sites related to the Civil War.