north america

Presents a short history of the Vikings' exploration of the North Atlantic and North America written in graphic novel format, and focuses on their voyages to Iceland and Greenland as well as modern-day Baffin Island, Labrador, and Newfoundland.

Estrella is a filly, daughter of the lead mare, one of a shipment of horses bound for the new world, but when the ship is becalmed and the horses are dropped overboard to lighten the load, Estrella finds that it is up to her to lead the herd to land and safety.

Tells the story of how Europeans got to know the size and shape of the northern part of the New World, an area discovered over a period of four centuries.

Ethan takes his three children and Captain Jibby and crew to the year 1668 to end a family curse and save the children's mother, but their return is in jeopardy.

Contains detailed maps and information about the plants and animals, weather, natural resources, people, and countries and cities of the continent of North America.

Explains the meaning and importance of religious pluralism. Also covers the major religions in Canada and the United States today, examining their history in North America and the ways they have changed the Western world - and been changed by it.

A field guide to observing and forecasting North American weather.

Presents a comprehensive examination of North American history between Columbus's landing in 1492 and the founding of Jamestown in 1607; and describes the explorations by the Vikings, French, Moorish slaves, and Spanish conquistadors.

Profiles the countries in North America, Central America, and the West Indies.

"Read about when is it winter in North America. Why winter weather is cold, where do animals go in the winter, and what do people do in the winter."--Provided by publisher.