Do you think you would have enjoyed living in ancient Rome? That depends - do you like taking a bath in public! This book is full of fascinating facts about Roman daily life, religion, the… More →
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Do you think you would have enjoyed living during the Viking age? Growing up Viking was not for the weak - even their pets were ferocious! This book is full of fascinating facts about Viking… More →
Many breathtaking new photos highlight this newly revised edition of Peru the Land. New information includes environmental concerns over the effects of mining in highland villages. Readers… More →
Maps can show more than just cities - they can also show you what the landscape looks like in different areas. Physical maps use colors and symbols to identify landscape features like… More →
The early settlers were the first recyclers and often had to make out of used materials whatever they could not buy. Pioneer Projects presents many authentic activities with step-by-step… More →
This beautifully illustrated cookbook introduces children to the pioneer kitchen and features recipes from the many immigrant groups who built this land. Fascinating text describes how they… More →
From birth to death, the lives of medieval Christians were greatly influenced by the Church. To prove their faith, they built massive Cathedrals as great monuments to God. At the same time… More →
We use it every day in products as varied as prescription drugs, toys, and toothbrushes. In less than a century, plastics have become integral to our daily lives. But plastic waste also clogs More →
Political maps are often the first kind of maps children learn about. These maps identify the boundaries of countries, states or provinces, and cities, as well as such physical features as… More →
Learn about population in countries around the world, and how changes in the number, age, and gender of people living in a place affect life there. Explore different settlements, from ancient More →
Go ahead, buy it. You know you want it.…How susceptible are you to tactics of subtle encouragement or even outright manipulation used by media and advertising? Power and Persuasion in Media… More →
What began as a day to celebrate the birthday of George Washington, the first president of the United States of America, has grown to include every other president to serve as leader of the… More →