Linda Jacobs Altman

"Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, wildlife, governmental structure, economy, cultural diversity, peoples, religion, and landmarks of Arkansas"--Provided by publisher.

Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of the Lone Star State as well as the diverse ways of life of its people.

Texas is known for cowboys and chili, rodeos and ten-gallon hats, but the Lone Star State also has a rich history and holds an important place in the development of the United States. Filled with photographs and fascinating facts, this book provides a perfect introduction to the history, geography, and culture of Texas. It features information about the origins of the nation's second-largest state, the people who live there, and the government that...

Describes the characteristics and behavior of small dogs in general, also discussing the physical appearance and place in history of some specific breeds.

"Learn about the geography, the history, the people, the government, and the business of the state of Texas."--Provided by publisher.

Traces the battles that societies have waged against infectious diseases from the Black Death of the fourteenth century to the Ebola virus of more recent times.

Nine-year-old Tamika uses photographs, school yearbooks, movie ticket stubs, and other mementos to try to restore the memory of her grandmother, who has Alzeheimer's disease.