north america

Provides an overview of the past and present lives of the Ojibwa people, covering their daily life, customs, relations with the government and more.

Describes what the early settlers did during their leisure time.

An introduction to the habitat, behavior, appearance, nesting, and migration of birds.

Describes what is known of the history and habits of the North American bird that once numbered in the millions before becoming extinct in the early twentieth century.

Explores the diverse ecosystem of the great grasslands of North America, and examines how Native Americans lived on the prairies many years ago and how people live there today.

A retelling of an Athabascan story in which a young girl falls into the river and becomes a king salmon, returning to her family years later after learning the secrets of the fish.

A young hunter marries a female buffalo in the form of a beautiful maiden, but when his people reject her he must pass several tests before being allowed to join the buffalo nation.

Discusses the development of school curriculums, schools, and education during the days of the early settlers.

Text and accompanying photographs explore the daily life of children in nineteenth-century North American communities through stories and activities.

Describes the materials, construction, and uses of different kinds of shelters made by various Woodland Indian tribes in northeastern Canada and the United States.