A look at the life of a ten-year-old boy and his family living in a suburb of Leon, Nicaragua's second largest city. Includes a section with information on Nicaragua.
Profiles important inventors and inventions from colonial America, including Benjamin Franklin, David Rittenhouse, Sybilla Masters, Benjamin Banneker, and Thomas Jefferson.
Examines various aspects of home life in colonial America, discussing housing, furniture, families, children, housework, food and drink, cooking, spinning, weaving, sewing, and changing lifestyles. Includes a glossary and list of primary sources.
The three Binkerton children pay a visit to the Good Times Travel Agency and find themselves living in ancient Egypt where it is "tough and scary," "hot and sweaty," and "fun.".
Looks at how colonial Americans kept themselves entertained, discussing Native American sports and games, colonial sports, music, theater, social activities, festivals, and other topics. Includes a glossary and list of primary sources.
