history

Traces the development of clothing from prehistoric times to future possibilities, describing adaptations brought about by social, political, and technological changes.

Introduces ships over the centuries from reed boats to hovercraft.

Surveys the history of canals in America, from colonial times to the twentieth century.

Explores the life of frontier teachers, focusing on topics such as pioneer students, school supplies, the one-room schoolhouse, and dangers of frontier life.

Traces the development of manufacturing in Europe from the simple process of making axes in ancient times to the sophisticated factories that exist today.

Surveys the history of money, including both coins and paper money, and explains how it functions in the world of today.

An illustrated history of the tiny island which at one time was the gateway to the United States for millions of immigrants.

Traces the development of a fictitious city in Western Europe from the Stone Age through the present and future.

Discussion of the methods of communication used before the telephone was invented, including drums, smoke signals, semaphore towers, carrier pigeons, the stage coach, the Pony Express, lanterns, Morse code, and the telegraph.

Discusses the origins of many superstitions, including the fear of cats, the number thirteen, good luck charms, and walking under a ladder.