Kule, Elaine A

Explores the life and achievements of Elizabeth Blackwell, America's first female doctor.

"Examines the rise and fall of the Mayans in Mesoamerica. Readers will come away with a comprehensive understanding of who the Mayans were, how they built their empire, and what happened to their civilization."--OCLC.

Defines money in many parts of the world. The dollar, euro, peso, pound sterling, rand, real, ruble, rupee, yen, and yuan are defined.

Presents brief biographies of twelve authors who greatly influenced the modern world, including Harper Lee, William Shakespeare, and Maya Angelou.

Presents a brief biography of Kristi Yamaguchi, world figure skating champion, and includes information on her childhood, her family life, her Japanese heritage, and her career as a figure skater.

Presents information about the state of Iowa, its nickname, motto, and emblems.

Presents information about the state of Idaho, its nickname, motto, and emblems.

Presents information about the state of Delaware, its nickname, motto, and emblems.

Discusses the history of the United States mail from the Pony Express to today and describes the mailing process.

Presents information about the state of Arkansas, its nickname, motto, and emblems.