Owens, L. L

Relates the story of Hanukkah, a holiday that honors the Jewish faith, looks at the traditions associated with the celebration, and includes a Hanukkah song.

Relates the history of Cinco de Mayo, a holiday that honors the Mexican army's victory over the French in 1862, looks at the traditions associated with the celebration, and includes recipes and a song.

Provides an overview of seven of the most-watched American trials of the twentieth century.

Describes the different stages of an earthworm's life, including hatching from a cocoon, growth, and reproduction.

Describes the different stages of a daisy's life, including attaching to soil, growth, and reproduction.

After Jacob's father dies of typhoid fever while serving as a Union soldier in the American Civil War, Jacob leaves home to find his father's regiment and becomes one of their drummer boys.

This book defines a neighborhood, explains types of neighborhoods, and discusses how good neighbors take care of their neighborhoods.

Describes the struggles of the Pilgrims in America during their first years, their relationship with Native Americans, and how they overcame their hardships.