Herweck, Diana

Introduces the life of a cowhand, including the cowhand's morning, rounding up cattle, life on the range, ranch hands, rodeo cowhands, and more.

Provides the script for a play about Davy Crockett including a list of characters and tips for performing the drama. Contains a poem written by Davy Crockett, the words to the song "Home on the Range," color illustrations, and a glossary.

Describes the passion, commitment, and daily life of serious athletes, and highlights some of the best athletes in different sports.

Introduces ballet with a brief history, a description of the equipment, training schedule, rehearsal and performance.

Describes the work of a crime scene investigator on the scene and in the lab.

Introduces the life of a firefighter, covering a firefighter's day, equipment, protective gear, training, and more.

In the mid-1500s, Estelle wants to become an explorer, so she disguises herself as a man to become part of a ship's crew.

An archaeologist working in the pyramids of modern day Giza travels back in time where she meets Cleopatra.

Examines what it is like to be an athlete and outlines the training they have to participate in to remain at the top of their game. Examines how athletes' lives have changed over the decades and includes color photographs and a glossary.

Describes the training and job of a police officer.