north america

Describes and illustrates in detail the animal species from earth's northern continents that have become extinct.

A Native American folk tale which explains how the animals brought light into their world.

Examines the history, evolution, and culture of the American Indians, discussing both oral and written literature.

Explains how the woodchuck, black bear, red fox, and Canadian goose cope with winter in the northern parts of North America.

Retells the Abenaki Indian legend of how both fire and corn came into the world.

Introduces bobcats, lynxes, jaguars, and cougars, all endangered wild cats of North America.

Describes a variety of wildflowers, discussing their appearance, blooming season, and significance in history and folklore.

A young Athabaskan girl and her family make the annual return to their fish camp where they prepare for the long winter ahead.

Joel Sartore describes his experiences with bears while on assignment for "National Geographic" magazine, and provides basic information about bears' bodies, habitats, and behavior, as well as environmental and human factors that endanger bears. Includes animal conservation ideas.