Presents a short study of Ellis Island off the coast of New York City, and describes how immigration of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries helped to shape America.
A brief introduction to hurricanes and tropical storms, explaining where and how they start, how they progress, the dangers they pose, and how to stay safe during such storms. Includes a glossary.
Simple text and illustrations discuss the arrival in North America of the first colonists from Europe, covering their lifestyle, clothing, and desire to be free from England's rule.