Projects and activities for children ages 9-12 to learn about the Earth's major biomes.

Provides a look at the origins of myths and legends, summarizes the characters and stories used to explain the natural world and human behavior, and includes hands-on activities, fun facts, and modern-day connections. Did you know? Historians today still debate whether or not King Arthur was real. In an Aztec myth, the god Huizilopochtli tells the people to build their capital city where they see an eagle with a snake in its mouth, sitting on a cactus...

Looks at the geology and physical geography of the American Southwest, demonstrating concepts in the earth sciences as applied to the region, with hands-on projects intended to help readers understand the topics under discussion.

Explores the innovation and physical science behind bridges and tunnels, featuring illustrated, step-by-step instructions for twenty-five projects designed to help students learn about the engineering process.

Explores the history and inventions of the Civil War by providing building projects and activities.