Presents a short biography of Elizabeth Blackwell, who in 1849 became the first women to earn a medical degree in the United States and discusses the challenges she faces and her efforts to provide better health care to women and children.
Discusses the depletion of fossil fuels, explains how power plants create electricity, describes alternative energy sources such as solar power and wind, and provides many suggestions for conserving energy at home and at school, presenting case studies of schools that have dramatically changed their energy use.
Describes everyday life in the early years of Florida's city of St. Augustine, which was founded by the Spanish in 1565; covers religion, food, and life in the forts and in town. Also includes a time line, a glossary, and a list of further resources.
Presents a study of the American Flag describing who made the first flag, how the different flags looked, how to fly and respect the flag, and other interesting facts.
Presents an introduction to the Vikings, in simple text with illustrations, providing information on their beliefs, traditions, explorations, legends, and culture.
Presents an introduction to potbellied pigs, offers guidelines for choosing a potbellied pig as a pet, and discusses housing, food, training, health problems, pig care, and visits to the veterinarian.
