Surveys early periods of human history and settlement from hunting and gathering to farming to the development of metals and the establishment of the first cities.
Detailed pictures present both personal and political facts about the Presidents of the United States and some historical events occurring during their terms.
Highlights the contributions in various fields of endeavor of famous men and women from around the world, including Marie Curie, Abraham Lincoln, Rachel Carson, Katsushika Hokusai, Maria Tallchief, and Martin Luther King.
Discusses various aspects of maps including direction, distance, symbols, latitude, and longitude, how maps are made, special purpose maps, and charts.
Shows a girl and her classmates learning to swim and dive. Highlights such aspects of this recreation as types of strokes, professional competitions, and water sports.
Shows a girl learning the fundamentals of sailing with the help of an adult friend. Identifies and explains the parts of a sailboat and mentions various professional sailing competitions.
