north america

Tale of Pocahontas and her relationship with adventurer John Smith during the turbulent beginnings of America.

A wildflower identification guide for beginners that features more than one hundred and fifty species of North America.

"This photographic field guide uses a photographic approach to profile the . . . range of birds found in Eastern North America. The . . . quality photography brings nearly 500 species to life on the page, capturing their beauty and making identification quick and effortless. The 393 species most commonly seen east of the Rocky Mountains are featured in full-page profiles that emphasize all the information needed to identify them. All photographs are clearly labeled and annotated. Detailed similar species boxes make it easy to distinguish between birds that are similar in appearance. Schematic drawings show the shape and posture of the bird in flight as well as its coloration, and a diagram of its flight pattern is also included"--Provided by publisher.

"You don't have to be an experienced birder to enjoy this guide! With hundreds of illustrations and a user-friendly format, you'll soon be spotting and identifying birds in your locale in no time. The updated text highlights the latest trends in birding and the most up-to-date ornithological information"--adapted from back cover.

Provides descriptions for over 150 North American birds organized by habitat.

Profiles 150 species of birds found all throughout North America, detailing their physical features, habitats, calls, and diets. Features color photographs throughout and includes crafts and activities.

"Native American art encompasses a multitude of handicrafts, including rugs, baskets, pottery, and wood carvings. Creativity had no limits. Fortunately, many artifacts and remnants still exist that showcase the boundless ingenuity of past as well as modern-day Native American artists, many of whom continue the time-honored traditions of their people. This valuable volume, a support to cultural studies, highlights . . . artwork of various native peoples, accompanied by . . . facts about the process of creating each . . . piece"--Provided by publisher.

After moving from a Mohawk reservation to Brooklyn, New York, eight-year-old Danny Bigtree encounters stereotypes about his Native American heritage.

Ten-year-old Kyo, an Eskimo boy, faces a difficult moral choice between friendship for a seal and loyalty to his family.