north dakota

An introduction to the history, people, land, economy, and government of North Dakota, with photographs, a time line, and a list of things to see and do in the northern state.

When Charlie's friend Singing Bird, a Teton Sioux, tells him that ravens have curing powers, Charlie steals a baby bird from its nest hoping it will cure his grandfather, and Granddad, a retired naturalist, encourages Charlie to record his observations of the bird and study the effect it has on humans.

In March of 1941, when a severe blizzard suddenly hits Grand Forks, North Dakota, a girl trying to save her stranded father and brother inadvertently helps the man who killed her mother four years before.

Being sent to stay with grandparents he hardly knows is hard enough for twelve-year-old Eric, whose parents are deployed to Iraq, but his grandfather's hostility and the threat of losing the dog he rescues causes Eric to run away.

Presents step-by-step instructions for drawing North Dakota's official symbols, including its seal, flag, flower, and tree.

Uses Wilton, North Dakota, as an example to introduce farm towns through distinguishing characteristics such as their homes, schools, stores, means of transportation, and places of employment.

Gives an overview of the state of North Dakota, including its history, geography, people, and living conditions.

An introduction to the geography, history, economy, people, environmental issues, and interesting sites of North Dakota.

Introduces the history, geography, industries, cities, and major tourist attractions of the Flickertail State.