Jean F. Blashfield

Try your luck, and search for your fortune in California! Follow the joy and heartbreak of the '49ers during the California Gold Rush.

With settlements that date back thousands of years, Italy is home to some of the oldest cities on Earth. In this book you will explore this fascinating nation and take a close look at everything from its many recognizable landmarks to its world-famous cuisine. Readers will travel back to the days of ancient Rome to get a glimpse of Italy's origins and then zoom forward to see how the country's people live today.

Introduction to one of the United States' original colonies, Delaware. Describes its origins, its leaders, and the colony's role in America's independence from Great Britain. Help children discover America's thrilling early history with Our Thirteen Colonies. Each book begins with the prehistory of one colony, describing the Native Americans who inhabited that area, and then honestly portrays the arrival of European settlers and the growth of a new...

Discusses the geography, climate, history, wildlife, economy, government, people, religion, and culture of England.

Discusses the history of Maryland, from its earliest settlement to its latest developments, along with its geography, government, people, and economy.

This series completely updates all states of the United States--making it the perfect resource for class assignments. Includes: updated state history, geography, government, people, and economy facts and stats; charts, graphs, maps, timelines, and traceable state symbols for school reports; "Wow! Factor" fun facts, FAQS, and travel guide; and a project room that's packed with ideas for classroom assignments. This book is about the state of Iowa, named...

Ireland is often called the Emerald Isle, with its seeming endless landscapes of rolling green hills. With its rich history dating back thousands of years, the nation is the setting of countless legends and stories.

An introduction to the geography, natural resources, history, economy, important sites, daily life, and people of Utah.

For thousands of years, native people lived undisturbed on the continent we now know as Australia. Their lives were changed forever by the arrival of European explorers in the late 1700s. Readers will learn how the nation of Australia was founded and what it is like to live there today. They will also learn about the country's unique geography, climate, and wildlife.

Describes the geography, plants and animals, history, economy, language, religions, culture and people of the state of Arizona.