Somervill, Barbara A

Presents an account of the slave mutiny on board the ship "Amistad" in 1839, and discusses its legal ramifications and other consequences.

Describes the skills necessary to pursue a career as a green general contractor and examines the type of work they do.

Describes how the United Arab Emirates has grown and changed over time. Also includes information on the government, everyday life, what the natural landscape is like, and more.

Explains the development of the ancient Mayan empire, with maps showing where the civilization was and how it expanded over time, short biographies of key historical figures, and a timeline of important events.

"This book details the history, culture, and geography of Australia and Oceania"--Provided by publisher.

Examines how the body's organs and systems work together and how to keep the body fit and healthy.

Presents a brief description of various first responders to local, national, and international disasters including the Civil Air Patrol, Medevac, and FEMA.

Contains full-color photographs, illustrations, and maps that describe the history, geography, people, economy, and government of the state of New York; and includes charts, graphs, timelines, and classroom projects.

Brown v. Board of Education provides a historical overview of the case that desegregated public education in the United States.