Todd, Anne

Examines four wars in which America was a major combatant, including the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, the Civil War, and the Spanish-American War, discussing their causes, campaigns, and aftermaths.

Introduces children to the life of John F. Kennedy, discussing his childhood, schooling, political work, years as President, and the changes he brought about in America during his life.

Describes adventures in sailing, including a description of how sailboats work, equipment sailors use, historic sailing expeditions, and modern sailing adventures.

Describes adventures in cave exploration and cave diving, including how caves form, some famous cavers, and the equipment cavers use.

Discusses the causes, events, campaigns, personalities, and aftermath of the War of 1812.

Describes the events leading up to the Revolutionary War, the life of the soldiers, the major conflicts, and the outcome of the war.

Covers the immigration of Italians to America and their contributions to their new country.