Rau, Dana Meachen

Discusses the history of different forms of currency around the world, from paper money to coins and the barter system, covering what money is used for and other related topics, with short math questions.

Examines ways in which money is spent, looking at things to buy, how money travels, and different forms of money, including checks and credit cards, and discussing budgets. Includes a math activity.

Provides information on earning, spending, saving, and investing money, and includes a math connection activity.

Examines the different types of land formations found in the United States and how they are created.

Step-by-step instructions for creating winter crafts, including a ribbon wreath, dreidel, snowflake mirror, and Kwanzaa garland.

Examines the history of clothing in America, including the clothing of the first colonists, why men wore wigs, and who invented jeans.

Examines the various types of toys and entertainment that children in America have used through the nation's history.

As the seasons change, a family shares both fun and chores in their yard.

When ten-year-old Tomas and his friends visit the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., he sees the Apollo 11 Lunar Module and suddenly finds that he has become Neil Armstrong as he makes his historic walk on the moon in 1969.

Provides an introduction to stars, and explains what they are made of, along with their shapes and colors. Also describes constellations, and includes activity.