The ancient Incas developed a government based on the conquest of neighboring communities, at the same time preserving the local customs and traditions of the cultures that came before.… More →
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Life in an Industrial City looks at everyday life in cities that have grown up around a particular industry. Most people in these cities work in factories, warehouses, ports, airports, or… More →
Life in a Residential City looks at living in the housing zone of a big modern city. City life, with lots of people, traffic, buildings, and roads, is busy and fast-paced. To help cities run… More →
Life in a Suburban City looks at living in cities that have spread from the center far into the countryside. Many people live and work in areas that are miles from downtown. These are the… More →
Cities are places that have greater numbers of people, buildings, and services. But city life can be different depending on where in the world you live. This engaging title compares the… More →
Coral reefs are colorful rainforests of the sea that help keep the earth clean and healthy. Breathtaking photos and amazing facts feature the thousands of creatures that live in the coral… More →
Forests have long provided people with the resources they need to survive. This interesting book describes the ways people have adapted to living in different kinds of forest habitats and… More →
Mountain life can be difficult, but people all over the world have adapted to the extremes of weather and temperature that are a part of living at high altitudes. This insightful book looks… More →
Life of the Ancient Celts depicts the legendary people that ruled the extensive region that stretched out in all directions from present-day Austria. Known as ferocious warriors, the Celts… More →
Known for their courage on the battlefield and as masters of the sea, the Vikings spread out from their native Scandinavia to Greenland, North Africa, parts of Central Asia, and even Canada.… More →
Life of the California Coast Nations describes the lifestyles and traditions of the nations that lived along the coast of California during the eighteenth century. Children will discover how… More →
Life of the Navajo looks at this fascinating nation who call themselves Diné, or "the people." The book describes the Navajo lifestyle, religion, and community as it existed when European… More →