David C King

Full-color maps, photographs, and paintings illustrate a comprehensive reference guide to American history.

This book explores the geography, climate, history, people, government, and economy of New Jersey. All books in the It's My State! ® series are the definitive research tool for readers looking to know the ins and outs of a specific state, including comprehensive coverage of its history, people, culture, geography, economy and government.

Discusses American life during World War II, depicts a year in the lives of two fictional families, and presents projects and activities, such as deciphering codes, making a mobile out of found objects, and baking a sweet potato pie.

Discusses what life was like for the people who settled the West between 1870 and 1900, follows a year in the life of a fictional family of that time, and presents projects and activities, such as designing a brand stamp and making a yarn picture.

Introduces significant people and events in American history from colonial times to the 1990s.

"Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of jellyfish"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces important people and events in American history, highlighting individuals who contributed to the nation's development over the centuries.

The life of one of America's most infamous and powerful gangsters set in 1920s Chicago during the Prohibition.