"The letters of the alphabet are represented by words, set in short rhymes with additional information, relating to the state of Indiana" --

Set in the Limberlost Swamp area of Indiana, “Freckles” is American writer and naturalist Gene Stratton-Porter's 1904 novel about the titular character, a one-handed adult orphan who takes a job guarding timber in the swamp. Freckles has lived all his life in a Chicago orphanage and has been missing his right hand as long as he can remember. Now an adult, he is hired on by the Grand Rapids lumber company to guard their valuable timber in the Limberlost...

Provides information on the top ten things to see or do in Indiana, including Santa Claus, Indiana, Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, and Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

"The book uses maps, full color photographs, and easy-to-read text to introduce the state of Indiana"-- Provided by publisher.

"Engaging images accompany information about Indiana. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

Lester and Elsie Leland take responsibility for Lester's orphaned niece, Evelyn, who becomes close to Lulu, and they and their families decide to spend the winter on a Louisiana plantation.

This volume explores the history, economy, geography, and culture of Indiana.

A biography of a Quaker man from North Carolina whose fearless work on the Underground Railroad in Indiana and Ohio helped thousands of men and women escape the cruelty of slavery.

The book discusses the history, economy, culture, and future of Indiana and also includes a state chronology, pertinent statistics, and maps.

"In 1939 six-year-old Henry, who is deaf, is taken from his family and placed in a home for the feeble-minded where, years later, his friends include a conscientious objector serving there during World War II. Includes historical notes."--