FOR YOUNGER READERS 1992-1993 National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped Washington, DC 1993 NONFICTION Animals Cassettes And Then There Was One: The Mysteries of Extinction RC 33677 by Margery Facklam narrated by Lydia Humphries 1 cassette "By the early 1990s, scientists expect, at least one species will vanish every hour." The author explains how natural and human forces affect the survival and extinction of wildlife. Citing specific animals as examples, she explains the processes of adaptation, mutation, evolution, and extinction, and discusses how the massive impact of humans has greatly accelerated the rate of extinction. For grades 4-7. 1990. Animals Keeping Cool RC 32972 by Jane Burton narrated by Ralph Lowenstein 1 cassette Like people, animals are uncomfortable when they are too hot. The author describes how a wide variety of animals keep cool by using such methods as wallowing in mud, resting in shade, burrowing in sand, and panting. For grades K-3 and older readers. 1989. Chameleons RC 34340 by Claudia Schnieper narrated by Gary Telles 1 cassette Chameleons are lizards known for their ability to change colors. The eyes of a chameleon are different from those of other lizards and of most kinds of animals; they can move and focus independently or in concert. There are more than eighty different kinds of chameleons, and they range in length from only two to about seventy-six centimeters. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1989. The Complete Frog: A Guide for the Very Young Naturalist RC 34339 by Elizabeth A. Lacey narrated by Gary Telles 1 cassette Frogs are members of the oldest class of land-dwelling animals on earth--amphibia. And the only places where frogs cannot be found are where the weather is always cold or always very dry. The author presents a lively discussion of the life cycle, habits, and characteristics of frogs, and includes quaint tidbits about famous frogs in history and literature. For grades 2-4. 1989. The Dolphins and Me RC 34296 by Don C. Reed narrated by Gary Tipton 1 cassette The author, who was a diver at California's Marine World/Africa USA for nearly fifteen years, shares his experiences with and observations of these intelligent mammals. Composite personalities of approximately thirty dolphins are used to describe their play, aggression, illnesses, and life cycles. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1989. Great Northern Diver: The Loon RC 34713 by Barbara Juster Esbensen narrated by Catherine Byers 1 cassette The loon is North America's most primitive bird, with ancestors that date back millions of years. Although the loon looks awkward on land with its heavy body (loons usually weigh from six to nine pounds), loons can swim and dive better than any other water bird. The author introduces this elusive and fascinating bird, and discusses its life cycle, habits, and characteristics. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1990. The News about Dinosaurs RC 34416 by Patricia Lauber narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette Dinosaurs were discovered in the early 1800s and, after a hundred or more years, scientists began to think that all the remains had been unearthed. But new dinosaurs are being found all the time, and now scientists believe that there are hundreds more. The author discusses late twentieth-century scientific thinking about these animals, which often contradicts older beliefs. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Once upon a Horse: A History of Horses and How They Shaped Our History RC 33218 by Suzanne Jurmain narrated by Mara Swanson 1 cassette In this well-researched account, the author traces the horse's origins and discusses how horses have helped humankind change the world over the last 6,000 years. Chapters include, "The War-Horse," "The Game Player," "The Wonder-Worker," and "The Friend." For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. Scoots, the Bog Turtle RC 34504 by Judy Cutchins and Ginny Johnston narrated by Gary Telles 1 cassette Bogs are found primarily in the eastern part of the nation. Bogs are wetlands of deep mud covered by spongy moss. Many people think bogs are wasted areas because humans cannot live or work there. But for some plants and animals, like the small bog turtle, they are the only place that life is possible. This story tells of a year in the life of Scoots, an imaginary bog turtle. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1989. Seasons of the Cranes RC 35322 by Peter and Connie Roop narrated by Andy Chappell 1 cassette The authors chronicle a year in the life of a family of whooping cranes, beginning with the spring and the end of the birds' 2,700-mile journey from Texas to their nesting ground in Canada. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. The Secret Language: Pheromones in the Animal World RC 34572 by Rebecca L. Johnson narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette Pheromones are chemical substances that a wide variety of animals give off to communicate with their own species. The author describes many different kinds of pheromones, then discusses in depth the highly sophisticated pheromones of the honeybee. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1989. The Triumph of the Seeing Eye RC 34518 by Peter Putnam narrated by Karl Weber 1 cassette (Reissue) Chronicles the founding of Frank Morris's special dog-training center, The Seeing Eye, in New Jersey. Describes the breeding and training of the dogs, as well as the training of blind people in the use of the dogs. For grades 6-9. 1963. The Truth about Unicorns RC 35381 by James Cross Giblin narrated by John Horton 1 cassette From ancient Greece and China to medieval Europe, and from Hindu myth and the Bible to contemporary T-shirts and greeting cards, belief in the unicorn has had an enduring hold on the human imagination. Although scientists have discredited the idea that unicorns exist, the unicorn remains a symbol of sensitivity, courage, and love. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1991. Two Orphan Cubs RC 33711 by Barbara Brenner and May Garelick narrated by Jon Beryl 1 cassette Gary Alt is a wildlife biologist whose specialty is black bears. This is a true story of how Alt rescues two bear cubs whose mother was killed by poachers and places them in another cave where they are adopted by a new mother. For grades K-3. 1989. Whales and Man: Adventures with the Giants of the Deep RC 32899 by Tim Dietz narrated by Miriam Wagner 2 cassettes Once hunted to near extinction, whales are now appreciated as awe-inspiring creatures and are protected by most countries. This book traces the evolution of the relationship between humans and whales. Factual information about various species is interspersed with stories of people who have come into contact with whales at sea. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1987. Wild Turkey, Tame Turkey RC 34496 by Dorothy Hinshaw Patent narrated by Gary Telles 1 cassette The turkey that has become a symbol of Thanksgiving is a big, dumb creature, but only as a result of domestication. The wild turkey is an intelligent, cunning, powerful bird that Benjamin Franklin preferred over the bald eagle as a symbol of our nation. The author examines the history of the native North American turkey and compares it with its domesticated cousin. She also discusses the welfare of both populations. For grades 3-6. 1989. Braille Bearman: Exploring the World of Black Bears BR 8735 by Laurence Pringle 1 volume Lynn Rogers is a U.S. Forest Service biologist who has studied _Ursus americanus_, or the American black bear, for more than twenty years. This book tells of his early life and interest in wildlife, his introduction to black bears, and his education in their ways. The physical characteristics, natural environment, habits, and life cycle of the American black bear are examined. For grades 4-7. 1989. Llama BR 8933 by Caroline Arnold 1 volume For thousands of years llamas have been bred in the Andes mountains of South America to transport goods in places where cars and trucks cannot go, and their wool has been woven into beautiful and warm clothing. More recently they have also been bred in North America to carry gear for hikers, as pets, and for their wool. This book features Gypsy, a baby llama born on a ranch in California. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1988. 101 Questions and Answers about Pets and People BR 8444 by Ann Squire 1 volume What is the function of a cat's whiskers? How can dogs hear dog whistles? How can you tell if your goldfish is male or female? Why doesn't a sleeping bird fall off its perch? The author answers a host of questions about dogs, cats, birds, fish, and other creatures. Also includes chapters on "Understanding Your Pet's Behavior" and "Pets Helping People." For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1988. Woodsong BR 8849 by Gary Paulsen 1 volume Natural phenomena, chilling experiences, and exhilarating adventure are all part of Paulsen's personal recollections of sled-dog training and racing, including his participation in Alaska's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Contains eloquent, spare remembrances of the author's initiation, education, and unabashed awe of the wilderness and its inhabitants. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Young Lions BR 8907 by Toshi Yoshida 1 volume As their mother naps, three young lion cubs, tired of playing chasing games and hide-and-seek, set out on their first hunt. They see many new sights as they pass by rhinoceroses, water buffaloes, zebras, impalas, elephants, giraffes, and antelopes. They chase a herd of gnus and discover the prick of a porcupine's needles. They return home that night, happy to see Mother Lion waiting for them. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1989. Biography Cassettes American Women: Their Lives in Their Words RC 34806 edited by Doreen Rappaport narrated by Jill Ferris 2 cassettes Rappaport presents American history through firsthand accounts of American women. These accounts are taken from diaries, letters, essays, autobiographies, speeches, articles, and interviews of women from Native Americans to contemporary feminists. Sections include "Settling the West," "Race and Ethnicity," and "What's Ahead?" For junior and senior high and older readers. 1990. Andrew Jackson: Seventh President of the United States RC 30107 by Rebecca Stefoff narrated by Art Metzler 1 cassette Andrew Jackson was born in March 1767 in the Waxhaw region of the Carolinas, a month after his father's death. The frontier offered little schooling, but Jackson learned to read and write in classes held at his church. An "Indian fighter" and the hero of the Battle of New Orleans in 1814, Jackson became one of the nation's most popular presidents. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1988. Arctic Explorer: The Story of Matthew Henson RC 33118 by Jeri Ferris narrated by Rick Foucheux 1 cassette Matthew Henson, at age nineteen, had become a master of the sea and an educated young man in the late 1800s. But when he tried to find work using his expert skills, he could not. Henson was a black man and America segregated the races. He became the servant of Robert Peary, a navy engineer who dreamed of discovering the North Pole. Henson would become Peary's "most nearly indispensable man." For grades 3-6. 1989. Benazir Bhutto RC 35143 by Katherine M. and Craig A. Doherty narrated by Yolande Bavan 1 cassette With her election as prime minister of Pakistan, Bhutto became the first woman to head a Muslim nation. This biography begins with a history of Pakistan and an account of the life and death of Bhutto's father, who ruled the country in the 1970s. The chronicle then recounts Bhutto's life, including her years at Radcliffe and Oxford, her many imprisonments, and her eventual election as prime minister. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Black Heroes of the American Revolution RC 34833 by Burke Davis narrated by Bob Moore 1 cassette Although Revolutionary War history has traditionally focused on the courage of George Washington, Paul Revere, Ethan Allen, and other white Americans, black Americans also made heroic contributions to the War of Independence. This book tells the stories of Peter Salem, Oliver Cromwell, James Forten, and other African Americans who fought, sacrificed, and performed valiantly in that effort. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1976. Black Pioneers of Science and Invention RC 35215 by Louis Haber narrated by Harold Parker 1 cassette Biographical sketches of fourteen important but little-known African-American inventors and scientists. Included are Garrett A. Morgan, who invented the first traffic-light signal system; Percy Lavon Julian, who developed synthetic cortisone; and Charles Drew, who discovered how to preserve and transfuse blood plasma. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1970. Bo Jackson RC 33442 by Stephen Hanks narrated by Robert Sams 1 cassette Vincent Edward Jackson was born on November 30, 1962, the eighth of ten children in a fatherless family. Growing up in Bessemer, Alabama, Vincent was so strong and so bad that his nickname "Bo" came from "boar hog," a pig that terrorizes other animals. The baseball and football superstar overcame his background to become an amazing athlete and human being who loves children and is anchored in his family. For grades 5-8. 1990. Bully for You, Teddy Roosevelt! RC 34832 by Jean Fritz narrated by K.D. Henry 1 cassette This lively, well-documented biography covers Roosevelt's life from his sickly childhood, through his political career and presidency, to his last expedition in the jungles of South America shortly before his death. Fritz portrays Roosevelt's spirit and drive as she discusses both his personal life and his public achievements, emphasizing his role in the conservation movement and his efforts for reformed industry and government. For grades 5-8. 1991. Che: Latin America's Legendary Guerilla Leader RC 34505 by Anne E. Neimark narrated by Ilona Dulaski 1 cassette A biography of Ernesto ("Che") Guevara. Che is portrayed as an asthmatic child who would perform outrageous deeds to prove his strength; a concerned doctor who went into leper camps to alleviate suffering; and a man who despised the abysmal poverty of his fellow Latin Americans and vowed to bring about change, through sometimes questionable methods. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. Columbus and the World around Him RC 32699 by Milton Meltzer narrated by Peter Johnson 1 cassette Meltzer, in this meticulously researched account, moves beyond Columbus's skills as a navigator to paint a picture of an arrogant, obsessive dreamer. Driven by greed for wealth and power and by a dubious interest in converting "the heathens," Columbus, like his contemporaries, saw non-Europeans as inferior beings ripe for enslavement and their lands ripe for European exploitation. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Edward Lear, King of Nonsense RC 33250 by Gloria Kamen narrated by Andrew Sofer 1 cassette Edward Lear was born in London in 1812, the twentieth child in a family of twenty-one children. When his wealthy father ended up in debtor's prison, Edward went to live with an older sister, Ann. Because he had epilepsy and asthma, he was not sent to school, but was tutored by his sisters. Lear grew up to become a famous artist and writer. His books include _The Complete Nonsense of Edward Lear (RC 19669)_. For grades 3-6. 1990. Franklin Delano Roosevelt RC 33341 by Russell Freedman narrated by Art Metzler 1 cassette "The man who could not walk became the leader of a country paralyzed by uncertainty and despair." Freedman presents the life and times of the dynamic and controversial president in a cogent, even-handed manner. Against the backdrop of the Great Depression and World War II, FDR's public stances and private convictions are compared and discussed, and his human frailties are also delineated. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1990. Good Queen Bess: The Story of Elizabeth I of England RC 34679 by Diane Stanley and Peter Vennema narrated by Jennifer Mendenhall 1 cassette Daughter of King Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth became the queen of England in 1558 when she was twenty-five years old. Intelligent and strong-willed, she reigned with exceptional skill, tact, and love for the next forty-five years. The period in which she lived became known as the Elizabethan Age. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1990. Gordon Parks RC 35427 by Skip Berry narrated by Mary Kane 1 cassette Gordon Parks is a Renaissance man--an award-winning photographer, film director, musician, and author of nearly a dozen books, including _The Learning Tree (RC 33832)_. The youngest of fifteen children, Parks was born in 1912 in a tiny house in the black section of Fort Scott, Kansas. He overcame debilitating poverty, racism, and discrimination to achieve in many fields and gain worldwide respect. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1991. Grace Hopper: Navy Admiral and Computer Pioneer RC 33808 by Charlene W. Billings narrated by Patricia McDermott 1 cassette Grace Hopper, born Grace Murray in New York City in 1906, has had three distinguished careers: mathematics professor, navy officer, and computer scientist. As the last, she helped to develop COBOL (Common Business Oriented Language), a popular computer-programming language, and earned the moniker "grandmother of the computer age." For junior and senior high and older readers. 1989. Growing Up Brady: I Was a Teenage Greg RC 34894 by Barry Williams and Chris Kreski narrated by J.P. Linton 2 cassettes Barry Williams, AKA Greg Brady, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the cast of "The Brady Bunch." He interviewed the actors, crew, and creator about their memories of the series and gives information about whether or not Robert Reed permed his hair, the off-stage romances between cast members, and Williams's date with Florence Henderson. Includes synopses of the 116 episodes. For junior and senior high and older readers. Bestseller 1992. Healing Warrior: A Story about Sister Elizabeth Kenny RC 34093 by Emily Crofford narrated by Patricia Kilgarriff 1 cassette A biography of the Australian nurse renowned for her revolutionary therapy and rehabilitation work with polio patients. At first her techniques were met with scorn and opposition, but Sister Elizabeth Kenny persisted, and after successful work in the United States during the early 1940s, her techniques were finally accepted. For grades 3-6. 1989. Helen Keller: A Light for the Blind RC 34676 by Kathleen V. Kudlinski narrated by Ilona Dulaski 1 cassette Helen Keller was born on June 27, 1880, in Alabama. When she was a toddler, a terrible fever left her deaf and blind. At first everyone spoiled Helen and allowed her to misbehave. By the age of six, she was uncontrollable. Her parents asked Anne Sullivan, a teacher from the Perkins School for the Blind, to come and teach Helen. Helen became famous for her work on behalf of persons with disabilities. For grades 3-6. 1989. Jefferson Davis RC 34658 by Perry Scott King narrated by Art Metzler 1 cassette Jefferson Davis was born in Kentucky and grew up in Mississippi. A graduate of West Point and a lieutenant in the United States Army, he began his political career with election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 1845. When the Deep South states seceded from the Union in 1861, Davis, a leading supporter of states' rights and slavery, was elected president of the Confederate States of America. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Jesse Jackson: A Biography RC 33441 by Patricia C. McKissack narrated by Rick Foucheux 1 cassette A fast-paced biography of Jesse Jackson that focuses on his rise as a political force in America. The presentation points out Jackson's strengths and weaknesses as it charts his growth from spokesman for African-American causes to advocate for the "outcast, the downtrodden, and the disregarded." For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1989. Johnny Appleseed RC 33072 retold by Steven Kellogg narrated by Jack Fox 1 cassette John Chapman, who later became known as Johnny Appleseed, was born in 1774 in Massachusetts. Near his home was an apple orchard, and John loved to watch the apples grow. The animals sensed his love of nature and grew to trust him. As soon as he was old enough, John left home to explore the West. He planted apple trees along the way, and the legends about him grew larger than life. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1988. La Toya: Growing Up in the Jackson Family RC 34709 by La Toya Jackson and Patricia Romanowski narrated by Gail Nelson 2 cassettes Upon leaving home in her late twenties, entertainer Jackson realized that she came from a dysfunctional family. She discusses the emotional and physical abuse each child endured, the bonds that made them a successful performing group, her parents' attempts to abduct her, and her feature in _Playboy_. For junior and senior high and older readers. Bestseller 1991. Lost Star: The Story of Amelia Earhart RC 33569 by Patricia Lauber narrated by Flo Gibson 1 cassette From Earhart's July 1, 1937, take-off on her final flight, the author flashes back to her childhood and youth, tracing her race through life from her early "tomboy" behavior and willingness to meet challenges in spite of the opinions of others. This spirit led to her pioneer trip as the first woman to cross the Atlantic by plane and her tragic final attempt to fly around the world. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. Ludwig van Beethoven RC 34152 by Wendy Thompson narrated by Philip Booth 1 cassette Americans fought for independence, the French rebelled, and Napoleon became a hero. Meanwhile, Ludwig, a boy growing up in a musical family in Bonn, was becoming interested in the events that were rapidly changing his world. When he moved to Vienna, he supported himself by playing the piano. Soon he was famous all over the world for the music he wrote reflecting the troubled times he lived in. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Mahatma Gandhi RC 33179 by Doris and Harold Faber narrated by Rahael Elias 1 cassette Mohandas Gandhi was born in 1869 in Porbandar, India. After studying law in Britain, he accepted a position in South Africa. The experience of dehumanizing racism inspired him to lead nonviolent protests of civil disobedience. After twenty years he returned to India and was hailed as the Mahatma or "Great Soul." For the next thirty years he would lead the struggle for Indian independence from Britain. For grades 5-8. 1986. Making a Difference: The Story of an American Family RC 32591 by Margaret Hodges narrated by Barbara Rappaport 2 cassettes Mary Sherwood, after being widowed at the turn of the century, brought up five children on her own. A crusader and friend of Eleanor Roosevelt, she taught her children how to make a difference in the world. Sherwood lived to be almost 100 and left a legacy of a crusading family--children dedicated to the environment, wildlife, medicine, and education. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. Martin Luther King, Jr. RC 33737 by Robert Jakoubek narrated by Laura Giannarelli 1 cassette On April 4, 1968, an assassin's bullet stole the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., the foremost leader of the civil rights movement. This book traces King's life from his strict but loving upbringing and early encounters with racism to the Montgomery bus boycott that thrust him into a leadership role, to the March on Washington and his famous speech, to his receiving the Nobel Peace Prize, and to his tragic death. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. Paul Robeson RC 33247 by Eloise Greenfield narrated by Reginald Metcalf 1 cassette Paul Robeson was born in 1898, the youngest of five children. His father was the pastor of a church in Princeton, New Jersey. Born a slave in North Carolina, Paul's father had fled to the North at the age of fifteen. He taught Paul to love words--written and spoken--and to stand up for what he believed in. Paul would become a great singer, actor, and spokesperson for African-American people. For grades 2-4 and older readers. Jane Addams Award. 1975. Pinkerton: America's First Private Eye RC 35515 by Richard Wormser narrated by Erik Sandvold 1 cassette Allan Pinkerton began life in a Glasgow, Scotland, slum but rose to wealth and fame in America as the founder of a detective agency that was the nineteenth-century equivalent of the FBI. A study in paradox, Pinkerton was a militant labor organizer who later opposed the labor movement, a conservative radically opposed to slavery, and a domestic tyrant who championed a woman's right to be a detective. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1990. Take a Walk in Their Shoes RC 33635 by Glennette Tilley Turner narrated by Sally Darling 1 cassette Minibiographies of fourteen notable African-Americans including Leontyne Price, Ida B. Wells, Oscar Micheaux, and "Satchel" Paige. Each short biography is accompanied by a brief skit depicting an imaginary scene from the subject's life. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1989. Thomas Jefferson: The Revolutionary Aristocrat RC 35516 by Milton Meltzer narrated by Erik Sandvold 2 cassettes A candid portrait of the life of the great American statesman, in all his brilliance, complexity, and contradictions. Meltzer examines in particular the paradox of the ownership of slaves by the man who denounced the slave trade and, in the Declaration of Independence, declared all men equal and entitled to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness." For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1991. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart RC 34153 by Wendy Thompson narrated by Philip Booth 1 cassette Two hundred years ago a young composer named Mozart died when he was only thirty-five years old. But he wrote so much beautiful music in his short lifetime that he became one of the most beloved composers who ever lived. As a musician he was treated like a servant and paid to make music for wealthy patrons. Mozart was not comfortable with this arrangement and tried to earn a living as an independent artist. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Woodsong RC 34757 by Gary Paulsen narrated by Jack Fox 1 cassette Natural phenomena, chilling experiences, and exhilarating adventure are all part of Paulsen's personal recollections of sled-dog training and racing, including his participation in Alaska's Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. Contains eloquent, spare remembrances of the author's initiation, education, and unabashed awe of the wilderness and its inhabitants. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Braille Amos Fortune, Free Man BR 9130 by Elizabeth Yates 1 volume Born an African prince, Amos Fortune is captured by slave traders when he is fifteen. He is sold in Boston, where he learns the tanner's trade. At age sixty, Fortune is able to purchase his freedom, and he begins to save money for the freedom of other slaves. For grades 4-7 and older readers. Newbery Medal. 1950. Andrew Jackson: Seventh President of the United States BR 7998 by Rebecca Stefoff 1 volume Andrew Jackson was born in March 1767 in the Waxhaw region of the Carolinas, a month after his father's death. The frontier offered little schooling, but Jackson learned to read and write in classes held at his church. An "Indian fighter" and the hero of the Battle of New Orleans in 1814, Jackson became one of the nation's most popular presidents. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1988. Black Heroes of the American Revolution BR 8881 by Burke Davis 1 volume Although Revolutionary War history has traditionally focused on the courage of George Washington, Paul Revere, Ethan Allen, and other white Americans, black Americans also made heroic contributions to the War of Independence. This book tells the stories of Peter Salem, Oliver Cromwell, James Forten, and other African-Americans who fought, sacrificed, and performed valiantly in that effort. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1976. Columbus and the World around Him BR 8496 by Milton Meltzer 1 volume Meltzer, in this meticulously researched account, moves beyond Columbus's skills as a navigator to paint a picture of an arrogant, obsessive dreamer. Driven by greed for wealth and power and by a dubious interest in converting "the heathens," Columbus, like his contemporaries, saw non-Europeans as inferior beings ripe for enslavement, and their lands ripe for European exploitation. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Robyn's Book: A True Diary BR 8592 by Robyn Miller 1 volume Robyn Miller is a young woman who has cystic fibrosis--a hereditary disease that is disabling, progressive, and fatal. This collection of prose and poetry reveals her talent as a writer, and her indomitable spirit and sense of humor. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1986. Shaka, King of the Zulus BR 7944 by Diane Stanley and Peter Vennema 1 volume In the 1790s, when Shaka was only six, he and his mother were banished from their tiny Zulu clan. But Shaka would one day build the Zulu clan into a mighty nation and create an awesome army of the finest warriors in Africa. Shaka ruled through force and fear. It is not an approach that is admired today, but Shaka lived when rulers all over the world went to war to build great empires, believing it was honorable. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 4-7. 1988. Blindness and Physical Handicaps Cassettes On Our Own Terms: Children Living with Physical Disabilities RC 33362 by Thomas Bergman narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette Many children are born each year with physical disabilities, and many others are disabled through illness or accident. The Karolinska Hospital in Sweden has a clinic for children with physical disabilities. Meet some of the children who come to the clinic for physical therapy. These kids work hard to develop to the best of their abilities. For grades 3-6. 1989. Robyn's Book: A True Diary RC 33112 by Robyn Miller narrated by Laura Giannarelli 1 cassette Robyn Miller is a young woman who has cystic fibrosis--a hereditary disease that is disabling, progressive, and fatal. This collection of prose and poetry reveals her talent as a writer and her indomitable spirit and sense of humor. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1986. Shira: A Legacy of Courage RC 33418 by Sharon Grollman narrated by Suzanne Toren 1 cassette This fictionalized diary is the personal history of Shira, who contracted a fatal form of diabetes at age five and died at age nine. Readers share Shira's hope, disappointment, and anger as she tries to live a normal life, and doctors try, and fail, to find a treatment for the disease. Finally, Shira comes to accept the inevitability of her death. Shira is a spunky fighter, not a victim. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1988. The Triumph of the Seeing Eye RC 34518 by Peter Putnam narrated by Karl Weber 1 cassette (Reissue) Chronicles the founding of Frank Morris's special dog-training center, The Seeing Eye, in New Jersey. Describes the breeding and training of the dogs, as well as the training of blind people in the use of the dogs. For grades 6-9. 1963. Careers Cassettes Better Mousetraps: Product Improvements That Led to Success RC 33257 by Nathan Aaseng narrated by Kimberly Schraf 1 cassette This book focuses on "improvers, refiners, and polishers," instead of "first" inventors. Includes people such as George Eastman, who made a better camera; King C. Gillette, who improved the razor; Frank J. Zamboni, who made better ice resurfacers; and companies such as Pepperidge Farm and its better bread, and Otis, with its improved elevators. For grades 4-7. 1990. The Fortunate Fortunes RC 33244 by Nathan Aaseng narrated by Kimberly Schraf 1 cassette These stories illustrate the role of luck in creating some of the most popular products and best-known businesses. W.K. Kellogg created the recipe for cornflakes by accident. The Baby Ruth candy bar was not named after the famous baseball player, but that name helped to make the candy bar successful. Wrigley started out selling baking powder and giving away gum with every purchase. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. The Problem Solvers RC 33333 by Nathan Aaseng narrated by Kimberly Schraf 1 cassette The stories in this book show that today's problems can become tomorrow's corporations. A person with a creative, inventive mind might discover a new product where someone else just sees an annoyance. Includes the stories behind Wesson Oil, Breck hair products, the Polaroid camera, and the Evinrude motor. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. The Rejects RC 33246 by Nathan Aaseng narrated by Kimberly Schraf 1 cassette The stories of companies and products that were scorned, ignored, or dismissed by the "experts" as hopeless ventures. But the creative people behind these businesses and products bounced back from rejection. As a result, Xerox, Graham Cracker, Lear Jet, Federal Express, _Reader's Digest_, and Monopoly are well known and successful today. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. The Unsung Heroes RC 33259 by Nathan Aaseng narrated by Kimberly Schraf 1 cassette This book tells of some unsung heroes of the business world. Few received even a fraction of the profits that others reaped from their efforts. John Pemberton, who developed Coca-Cola, didn't recognize the worth of his product when he sold the rights to make it. The McDonald brothers, builders of the famous fast-food restaurant, were simply not interested in the headaches of big business. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. General Cassettes Beacons of Light: Lighthouses RC 35397 by Gail Gibbons narrated by John Horton 1 cassette Oceans and lakes can be treacherous places and difficult to navigate. Lighthouses help to guide watercraft to safety and to warn their crews of dangerous rocks and ledges, hidden points of land, sandbars, and narrow harbor entrances. With examples ranging from bonfires atop hills to automated systems, the author traces the history, purpose, and workings of lighthouses. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1990. The Big Book for Peace RC 33217 edited by Ann Durell and Marilyn Sachs narrated by Jon Beryl 1 cassette Seventeen stories and poems written to celebrate peace. Includes fantasy tales, present-day stories, and true incidents. Some are funny and some are serious, but all focus on the idea of peace. Lloyd Alexander, Natalie Babbitt, Steven Kellogg, Katherine Paterson, Mildred Pitts Walter, and other notable children's authors contributed to this collection. For grades 3-6. 1990. Bread RC 34577 by Dorothy Turner narrated by Patricia McDermott 1 cassette Bread, in various forms, shapes, and sizes, is eaten around the world. And it is eaten more often than any other food. The author discusses the history of bread and beliefs about bread, and she describes how bread is produced, prepared, and eaten in various parts of the world. Also includes two bread recipes. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1988. The Calypso Alphabet RC 35142 by John Agard narrated by George Backman 1 cassette Presents in short, lilting phrases each letter of the alphabet in words and maxims indigenous to the Caribbean Islands. For preschool-grade 2 to share with older readers. 1989. Cassette Books, 1991 RC 34530 by National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped various narrators 3 cassettes A catalog of talking-book cassette titles produced for adult and young adult readers during 1991. The nonfiction and fiction sections list books by subject categories. Separate listings identify books for young adult readers and for foreign-language readers. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1991. The Grammar Crammer: How to Write Perfect Sentences RC 33126 by Judi Kesselman-Turkel and Franklynn Peterson narrated by Jill Ferris 1 cassette This cram course in the written language is designed to give persons the skills they need to express themselves in clear, correct English. Topics include nouns, pronouns, verbs, modifiers, conjunctions, prepositions, and punctuation. Checkup quizzes conclude each chapter. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1982. Iron and Silk RC 33201 by Mark Salzman narrated by George Backman 1 cassette An anecdotal record of a young man's experiences in China. Salzman majored in Chinese literature at Yale, and his first job after graduation in 1982 was teaching English to medical students and teachers in Changsha. A longtime martial-arts student, he was accepted as a pupil by one of China's foremost experts. His experiences and encounters with a wide range of people illuminate Chinese culture and character. For high school and older readers. 1986. July RC 32686 by James Stevenson narrated by Bruce Huntey 1 cassette The author recalls the delightful summers he and his brother spent at their grandparents' house near the beach. For grades K-3. 1990. On Granddaddy's Farm RC 33344 by Thomas B. Allen narrated by Andy Chappell 1 cassette The author fondly recalls summers during the 1930s when he and his cousins, Priss and Ben Allen, stayed on their grandparents' farm. There were plenty of chores to be done--tending the animals, hauling water, and weeding the vegetable garden--and lots of fun to be had! For grades K-3. 1989. The One-Room School at Squabble Hollow RC 32503 by Rosmarie Hausherr narrated by Catherine Byers 1 cassette More than one hundred years ago the farmers in the Squabble Hollow valley in northern Vermont built a school for their children. Like most of the schools at that time, it had only one room and one teacher. Today that school is still in operation. Come spend a week with Mrs. Bosley, the teacher, and her eighteen students in grades one through six. For grades K-3. 1988. When Do Fish Sleep? and Other Imponderables of Everyday Life RC 31693 by David Feldman narrated by David Impastato 2 cassettes The answers to many thought-provoking questions, such as why recipes warn us not to use fresh pineapple in gelatin, why warmth alleviates pain, what the "cottage" in cottage cheese refers to, and why golf balls have dimples. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1989. Braille A Children's Chorus: Celebrating the Thirtieth Anniversary of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child BR 8920 1 volume In 1959 the General Assembly of the United Nations unanimously adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child. Each of the ten principles of the declaration is skillfully brought to life in this thirtieth anniversary tribute. Also includes complete text of the declaration. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 1-6 to share with older readers. 1989. Farming BR 8903 by Gail Gibbons 1 volume An introduction, in simple text, to a family farm. Describes the many indoor chores and outdoor chores performed during each season of the year. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3. 1988. The Grammar Crammer: How to Write Perfect Sentences BR 8469 by Judi Kesselman-Turkel and Franklynn Peterson 1 volume This cram course in the written language is designed to give persons the skills they need to express themselves in clear, correct English. Topics include nouns, pronouns, verbs, modifiers, conjunctions, prepositions, and punctuation. Checkup quizzes conclude each chapter. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1982. Marge's Diner BR 8937 by Gail Gibbons 1 volume Everyone knows Marge. She owns the diner in her small town. Come spend the day with Marge and her workers as they order supplies, cook, and serve meals to hungry customers. PRINT/BRAILLE. For preschool-grade 2. 1989. My First Cook Book BR 7936 by Angela Wilkes 1 volume A simple introduction to the tools, recipes, and techniques necessary for such dishes as ice cream sundaes, speedy pizzas, bread bears, and chocolate truffles. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades 2-4. 1989. Reference Handbook of Grammar and Usage BR 8328 by Porter G. Perrin 4 volumes This handbook provides help to adults and young people when writing letters, reports, or speeches. Arranged in alphabetical order, references show correct grammatical usage of many often-confused words. Examples are good vs. well, among vs. between, and affect vs. effect. For high school and older readers. 1972. Geography Cassettes Alabama RC 34622 by Sylvia McNair narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette Nature has provided Alabama with plenty of fertile, rich soil and an abundance of forests, rivers, and lakes. Nicknamed the "Cradle of the Confederacy" because Montgomery was the first capital of the Confederate States of America, Alabama is also known as the birthplace of the civil rights movement. The author discusses the history, economy, geography, culture, historic sites, and famous people of Alabama. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Alaska RC 34649 by Ann Heinrichs narrated by Lou Harpenau 1 cassette The largest state in the Union, Alaska, the "Last Frontier," remains thinly populated and its natural resources largely untapped. Alaska boasts the continent's loftiest mountain and largest glacier, and it has the longest volcano chain in the world. The author discusses the history, geography, economics, culture, people, and scenic sights of Alaska. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Arizona RC 34648 by Ann Heinrichs narrated by Lou Harpenau 1 cassette In 1912 Arizona became the forty-eighth state admitted to the Union, completing the solid block of states between Canada and Mexico. Arizona is known for its topography; the Grand Canyon juts across its northwestern corner, and its northeastern tip meets with Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah to form Four Corners. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, sights, and people of Arizona. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Arkansas RC 34625 by Ann Heinrichs narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette Arkansas is the smallest state in area west of the Mississippi River, except for Hawaii. It has a rich mix of cultural traditions. Arkansans in the western and central regions identify with westerners and midwesterners, those in the south and east have affinity for the Deep South, and residents of the northern hills share the mountaineer nature and customs of other Ozarkers. An introduction to Arkansas for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. California RC 34631 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Andy Chappell 1 cassette The third largest state in area (behind Alaska and Texas), California is the most populous state in the union. The discovery of gold in 1848 initiated the California gold rush, which the author describes as the "largest and wildest mass movement of people the world has ever seen." Introduces the history, geography, government, economy, culture, people, and historic sites of the "Golden State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. Colorado RC 34638 by Deborah Kent narrated by Butch Hoover 1 cassette With its high, barren plains and nearly impenetrable mountains, Colorado was one of the last areas in the continental United States to be developed. Today, it is one of the nation's fastest growing states. Newcomers are attracted by its breathtaking scenery, its wilderness areas, and its high-tech industries. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, culture, sights, and people of Colorado. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Connecticut RC 34605 by Deborah Kent narrated by Art Metzler 1 cassette The first whites to settle in Connecticut were Englishmen who had lived in Massachusetts. Their descendants, known as Yankees, were for generations the state's dominant ethnic group, although they are now a small minority. Connecticut drew up the New World's first constitution in 1639, and produced hundreds of other "firsts," including the first cotton gin. An introduction to Connecticut for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Delaware RC 34601 by Deborah Kent narrated by Patricia McDermott 1 cassette The first European to reach Delaware was the English navigator, Henry Hudson, on a mission for the Dutch. He found a land inhabited by the Lenape, members of the large Algonquian group of Native American tribes. In 1787 Delaware became the first state to ratify the Constitution, and thus the first state in the Union. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, people, and historic sites of Delaware. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Florida RC 34627 by Lynn M. Stone narrated by Patricia McDermott 1 cassette Florida, with its high concentration of sunny days, sandy beaches, and recreational facilities, is more than a tourist and retirement haven. Florida also has a rich history shaped by international conflicts, Indian wars, slavery, the Civil War, segregation, and land mismanagement. An introduction to the "Sunshine State" for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. Georgia RC 34604 by Zachary A. Kent narrated by Art Metzler 1 cassette Georgia, named after King George II, was founded by James Oglethorpe as a haven for debtors and unemployed English citizens. A Deep South state, Georgia was devastated during the Civil War by General Sherman's famous March to the Sea. In 1979 the state adopted the popular "Georgia on My Mind" as its official state song. An introduction to Georgia for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. Hawai'i RC 34650 by Sylvia McNair narrated by Lou Harpenau 1 cassette Hawaii, the fiftieth state to be admitted to the Union, is made up of eight major islands that were formed by volcanoes. Originally settled by Polynesians, Hawaii is the most racially diverse state in the United States. And there are two official state languages--English and Hawaiian. The author discusses the history, geography, economics, government, and culture of Hawaii. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. How Did We Find Out about Antarctica? RC 35253 by Isaac Asimov narrated by Lydia Humphries 1 cassette Presents the history of the discovery and early explorations of the Antarctic region, including the race to the South Pole. Also describes the geography of the region. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1979. Idaho RC 34643 by Zachary Kent narrated by Lydia Humphries 1 cassette Idaho is best known for potatoes, of which it is the nation's leading producer. One of the last areas in the United States to be settled by whites, Idaho was admitted to the Union in 1890 as the forty-third state. The author discusses the history, geography, government, economy, people, and culture of this rugged, mountainous state. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Illinois RC 34621 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette Illinois is the central state of the Midwest --a crossroads between the North and the South, the East and the West. This book examines the geography, history, government, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of the "Prairie State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. Indiana RC 34619 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by John Richardson 1 cassette There are several theories about how Indiana came to be known as the "Hoosier State," which the author declares is the most famous of state nicknames. The smallest in area of the twelve midwestern states, Indiana nevertheless is among the top ten states for both industry and agriculture. An introduction to the history, geography, economy, culture, and people of the "Hoosier State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Iowa RC 34629 by Deborah Kent narrated by Pat McDermott 1 cassette Lying between the Missouri and the Mississippi rivers, Iowa is situated in the rich, fertile heartland of America. The state devotes 93 percent of its land to farming, and its industries are closely tied to agriculture. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, people, and sights of Iowa. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Kansas RC 34634 by Zachary Kent narrated by Andy Chappell 1 cassette Kansas, nicknamed "Midway, U.S.A.," is located in the heart of the nation. A site in Smith County marks the center of the continental United States. And a spot in Osborne County marks the continent's geodetic center, an important landmark for topographic mapping. The author discusses the history, geography, culture, and economics of Kansas. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Kentucky RC 34615 by Sylvia McNair narrated by Madelyn Buzzard 1 cassette When the first whites arrived in the area now known as Kentucky, they found a land densely covered with forests. Although nearly all of the original stands of trees have been cut, more than 40 percent of the state is still wooded, and timber remains an important industry. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of Kentucky. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. The Land and People of Argentina RC 34907 by Geoffrey Fox narrated by Frank Coffee 2 cassettes Argentina is South America's second largest nation (Brazil is larger). Argentina has the largest land mass and the third largest population of all of the world's Spanish-speaking countries. Unlike most of Latin America, which is known for its racial variety, Argentina has a population that is over 90 percent of European descent. An introduction to Argentina, the "silvery land," for grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. The Land and People of Bolivia RC 34908 by David Nelson Blair narrated by Frank Coffee 1 cassette Located in the center of South America, Bolivia has been landlocked since the late 1800s. The struggle for an outlet to the sea has greatly influenced its relationships with its neighbors. Most Bolivians speak Spanish--the official language--and Quechua or Aymara. A poor country, Bolivia has received aid from Japan, Brazil, the United States, and several world organizations. An introduction to Bolivia for grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. The Land and People of Cambodia RC 34909 by David P. Chandler narrated by Yolande Bavan 2 cassettes Located on the mainland of Asia, Cambodia was home to the Hindu-Buddhist kingdom, now known as Angkor, which flourished from the ninth to the fifteenth century. But Cambodia's recent history is one of war and devastation. In 1975, when the civil war ended, rebel forces --the Khmer Rouge--began a campaign of genocide that earned the nation the label "the killing fields." An introduction to Cambodia for grades 6-9 and older readers. 1991. The Land and People of China RC 33481 by John S. Major narrated by Peter Johnson 2 cassettes China is a vast nation, at one time referred to by the Chinese as "all under heaven," with a huge population--one fifth of the world's people--divided into more than fifty ethnic groups and with a written history beginning more than 4,000 years ago. The author paints a portrait of the land, people, history, economy, arts, literature, politics, government, religion, philosophy, science, and technology of China. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. The Land and People of Finland RC 34910 by Patricia Slade Lander and Claudette Charbonneau narrated by Ed Blake 1 cassette With one-quarter of its land lying above the Arctic Circle, Finland is known for its frigid climate. One of the last areas in Europe to be settled, it remains 65 percent forests--and the export of wood products, such as plywood and paper, is the cornerstone of its economy. An introduction to the history, economy, geography, culture, and people of Finland. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. The Land and People of France RC 33482 by Jonathan Harris narrated by Suzanne Toren 2 cassettes "No nation in Europe can claim more ancient or more complex origins than the French." Yet, despite such diverse origins, the French have developed a unique and recognizable national character. The author paints a portrait of the French character, as well as of the land, economy, government, educational system, culture, lifestyles, and science of France. Suggests books and audio-visual materials for further study. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. The Land and People of Kenya RC 33483 by Michael Maren narrated by Peter Johnson 1 cassette A portrait of the East African nation of Kenya. The author intersperses descriptions of the geography, people, history, economy, government, educational system, plants, animals, and arts and culture with sketches of everyday Kenyans at work and at play. Includes a bibliography, a selected list of films about Kenya, and a list of recordings of Kenyan music available in the United States. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. The Land and People of Scotland RC 34911 by James Meek narrated by Patrick Horgan 2 cassettes Scotland, along with England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, is part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (called Britain or the U.K. for short). Scotland has been governed from London since 1707, but maintains its own laws, schools, church, and customs, which are different from those of England. An introduction to the history, culture, government, people, and economy of Scotland for grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. The Land and People of South Africa RC 33484 by Jonathan Paton narrated by Lisette Lecat 2 cassettes South Africa is a nation of immense splendor and intense conflict. The author portrays the beauty of the land along with the tragedy of a people embroiled in a racial war. The explanations and descriptions are clear and concise, and the use of the poetry and prose of native South Africans--black, white, and coloured--adds depth to the text. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. The Land and People of Turkey RC 34912 by William Spencer narrated by Robert Blumenfeld 1 cassette Straddling the continents of Europe and Asia, Turkey--unlike other European countries--is "spiritually and culturally" an Islamic nation. For many centuries, Turkey was known as the Ottoman Empire and included large parts of Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and northern Africa. The empire toppled after World War I, and on its ruins the modern state of Turkey was built. An introduction to Turkey for grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. The Land and People of Zimbabwe RC 34913 by Patricia Cheney narrated by Lisette Lecat 2 cassettes Located in southern Africa, Zimbabwe was created in 1979 when the white-ruled government of what was then Rhodesia handed over power to the black majority after a bitter, fifteen-year war. Once the site of the wealthy and powerful state of Great Zimbabwe, and colonized by the British in the 1800s, modern Zimbabwe continues to struggle with its legacy of apartheid. An introduction to Zimbabwe for grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Louisiana RC 34618 by Deborah Kent narrated by John Richardson 1 cassette Louisiana is known for its rich multicultural heritage. The first whites to settle in Louisiana were French, and the Spanish soon followed; their descendants are known as Creoles. In the 1700s French colonists were driven from Nova Scotia (Acadia) and settled in Louisiana; their descendants are called Cajuns. African Americans have also played a crucial role in the state's history. An introduction to Louisiana for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. Maine RC 34623 by Ty Harrington narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette Maine is the easternmost state in the nation. In area nearly as sizable as the other five New England states combined, Maine has long been referred to as "Down East" by other New Englanders. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, government, culture, and people of Maine. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Maryland RC 34607 by Deborah Kent narrated by Gary Tipton 1 cassette As early as 1959 a Baltimore newspaper declared, "Baltimore and Washington [D.C.] are reaching out for each other like octopuses." Today, more than half of all Marylanders live in Baltimore, its suburbs, or in the forty-mile corridor that links Baltimore to Washington, D.C. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of the Old Line State. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Massachusetts RC 34606 by Deborah Kent narrated by Gary Tipton 1 cassette The history of Massachusetts is in large part the history of the nation. Massachusetts is the site where the Pilgrims first landed, and it is the place where the first shots of the American Revolution were fired. This book introduces the history, geography, government, economy, historic sites, and famous citizens of the Bay State. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. Michigan RC 34626 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Patricia McDermott 1 cassette A peninsula is a body of land surrounded on three sides by water. The state of Michigan consists of two peninsulas, the Upper Peninsula (Upper Michigan) and the Lower Peninsula (Lower Michigan), surrounded by the waters of the Great Lakes. This book discusses the geography, history, government, economy, industry, culture, and famous places and people of this peninsula state. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. Minnesota RC 34632 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Andy Chappell 1 cassette The name "Minnesota" comes from a Dakota Indian word meaning "sky-tinted water." Indeed, water abounds in Minnesota, which has nearly 22,000 lakes. A prosperous state, Minnesota ranks high in both agriculture and industry. And education has had top priority, with a large percentage of students completing high school. An introduction to Minnesota for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Mississippi RC 34620 by Robert Carson narrated by John Richardson 1 cassette Mississippi, a Deep South state, gets its name from the nation's most important river--which serves as the state's western border. Nearly all of Mississippi's citizens were born in the state, as were their ancestors. And Mississippi has a larger proportion of black citizens than any other state. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, and famous people of the Magnolia State. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Missouri RC 34624 by William R. Sanford and Carl R. Green narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette Millions of people feel that they know Missouri through the books of its most famous author, Samuel L. Clemens, better known as Mark Twain. The state's largest city, St. Louis, has long been known as the gateway to the West because of its strategic location near the meeting point of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers. An introduction to the "Show Me State" for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Montana RC 34641 by Ann Heinrichs narrated by Lydia Humphries 1 cassette With its vast plains and mountainous wilderness, Montana is one of the last spots in the nation with abundant wide-open space. Although the fourth-largest state in area, Montana ranks forty-fourth in population and has more deer, elk, antelope, and bears than people. The author discusses the history, geography, economics, culture, historic sites, and famous people of Montana. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Nebraska RC 34637 by Jim Hargrove narrated by Butch Hoover 1 cassette The name Nebraska comes from an Oto Indian word that means "flat water." The word was used to describe the Platte River, which flows across the state and has served as America's highway westward. As pioneers surged West, settlements grew along the river, and the area that is now Nebraska became a "Main Street." The author surveys the geography, history, economy, culture, sites, and famous people of Nebraska. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Nevada RC 34636 by Dee Lillegard and Wayne Stoker narrated by Butch Hoover 1 cassette Nevada means "snowy" in Spanish, and the state was named for the snowcapped mountains in its west-central section. However, most of Nevada is hot, dry desert. With its legalized gambling, nightlife, and short residency requirements for marriage and divorce, tourism is by far the state's most vital industry. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, sights, and people of Nevada. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. New Hampshire RC 34609 by Sylvia McNair narrated by Gary Tipton 1 cassette New Hampshire, a far northeastern state, is rocky, hilly, and covered with dense forest. Its state motto, "Live free or die," reflects New Hampshire's history. It was the first colony to promulgate a constitution, in January 1776, and to declare its independence from Britain. Discusses the geography, history, economy, people, and historic sites of the "Granite State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1992. New Jersey RC 34603 by Deborah Kent narrated by Art Metzler 1 cassette New Jersey is one of the smallest states in the Union, situated between New York and Pennsylvania. Nevertheless, New Jersey is full of contrasts, and this book discusses the geography, history, government, economy, industry, culture, historic sites, and famous people of this small but very diverse state. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. New Mexico RC 34647 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Lou Harpenau 1 cassette Its incredibly varied landscape--with lush forested mountains within a short distance of dry barren deserts--makes New Mexico the "Land of Enchantment." Proud of its multiculturalism (Anglo American, Hispanic American, and Native American), New Mexico is officially a bilingual state. The author examines the geography, history, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of New Mexico. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. New York RC 34611 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Madelyn Buzzard 1 cassette Since its founding as a Dutch colony, New York has served as the gateway to America. Millions of immigrants to the United States have passed through New York City. And millions have chosen to stay there, making New York City the largest city in the nation and one of the most culturally diverse in the world. New York state also leads in industry, agriculture, and commerce. An introduction to the "Empire State" for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. North Carolina RC 34612 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Madelyn Buzzard 1 cassette A Revolutionary War anecdote is one of many told to explain North Carolina's unusual nickname, the "Tar Heel State." North Carolina is also called the "State without a Birthday" because it has not been determined exactly when the first Europeans arrived. The state was the last to join the Confederacy, and it rapidly industrialized after the Civil War. An introduction to North Carolina for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. North Dakota RC 34639 by Margaret S. Herguth narrated by Butch Hoover 1 cassette North Dakota lies precisely in the middle of North America. A cairn, or stone monument, near Rugby marks the exact midpoint. North Dakota's most important scenic treasure is the Badlands--a maze of buttes, rocks, valleys, and ravines in the southwest. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, culture, sights, and famous people of North Dakota. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Ohio RC 34617 by Deborah Kent narrated by John Richardson 1 cassette Situated on the eastern edge of the flat, fertile Midwest region, Ohio is rich in agriculture. With Lake Erie--one of the Great Lakes--forming part of the northern border, Ohio is also a leading industrial state with several large metropolises. The author describes the state as "a carpet of agriculture studded by great cities." An introduction to the "Buckeye State" for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Oklahoma RC 34646 by Ann Heinrichs narrated by Lou Harpenau 1 cassette More Native Americans live in Oklahoma than in any other state outside of California. Oklahoma is the ancestral home of the Plains Indians and several other groups, including the Wichita, Pawnee, and Osage. More than sixty tribes were resettled on Oklahoma lands between the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and statehood in 1907. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, people, and culture of Oklahoma. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Oregon RC 34633 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Andy Chappell 1 cassette In the 1800s, thousands of Americans from the East and Midwest traveled the Oregon Trail, which began at Independence, Missouri, and wound 2,000 miles to the Oregon country. Many pioneers turned to farming, hunting, and fishing upon their arrival. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, government, culture, famous people, and historic sites of this Pacific Northwest state. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Pennsylvania RC 34602 by Deborah Kent narrated by Art Metzler 1 cassette Pennsylvania, which means "Penn's Woods," was founded by William Penn, a member of the Society of Friends, or Quakers, as a haven of religious freedom. Europeans of all faiths flocked to the new colony, which decreed that Native Americans also be treated justly because they too believed in God, whom they called the Great Spirit. An introduction to Pennsylvania for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. Puerto Rico RC 34652 by Deborah Kent narrated by Bruce Huntey 1 cassette The traditions of Spain, North America, and the Caribbean coalesce in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico to create a unique culture. Although Puerto Ricans are citizens of the United States, Spanish remains their first language, and Puerto Rico has its own anthem, flag, and Olympic team. Discusses the geography, history, people, and culture of Puerto Rico-- an autonomous commonwealth of the United States. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1992. Rhode Island RC 34613 by Ann Heinrichs narrated by Madelyn Buzzard 1 cassette Geographically the smallest state in the nation, Rhode Island was the first of the original thirteen colonies to declare its independence from Great Britain and the first to grant its citizens religious freedom. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of the "Ocean State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. South Carolina RC 34608 by Deborah Kent narrated by Gary Tipton 1 cassette South Carolinians refer to the Atlantic Coastal Plain as the "Low Country," and the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Piedmont area as the "Up Country." The terms refer not only to geography, but to ways of life so disparate that the two regions once nearly fought each other. In 1860 South Carolina was the first state to secede from the Union. In 1861 it was the site of the first shots of the Civil War. An introduction to South Carolina for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. South Dakota RC 34640 by Emilie U. Lepthien narrated by Butch Hoover 1 cassette For many, South Dakota immediately evokes images of the world-famous mountain sculpture at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and of the Wild West--home to Calamity Jane, Wild Bill Hickok, Red Cloud, and Crazy Horse, and location of the notorious town of Deadwood and the massacre at Wounded Knee. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, sights, and famous people of this Old West state. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Tennessee RC 34616 by Sylvia McNair 1 cassette Tennessee has three distinct regions that are personified by its music. The mountain music of east Tennessee evolved from the folk songs of England and Scotland. West Tennessee, particularly Memphis, is the birthplace of the blues, which grew from the music of African-American slaves, and Nashville in middle Tennessee is the country-music capital of the world. An introduction to Tennessee for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Texas RC 34628 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Patricia McDermott 1 cassette For many people Texas evokes images of cowboys, the Alamo, and oil tycoons. For nearly a decade--from 1836 to December 1845--Texas was an independent nation, the Republic of Texas, and was often called the Lone Star Republic, a moniker referring to the single star appearing on its flag and currency. The author discusses the history, geography, economics, culture, people, and tourist sites of Texas. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Utah RC 34645 by Betty McCarthy narrated by Lydia Humphries 1 cassette Utah is the only state in the nation whose past and present have been so thoroughly influenced by a single contemporary religion, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as the Mormon church. Seventy percent of all Utah residents are Mormon, and the church headquarters are in Salt Lake City. The author surveys the geography, history, culture, economy, sights, and famous people of Utah. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Vermont RC 34614 by Sylvia McNair narrated by Madelyn Buzzard 1 cassette Vermont, the "Green Mountain State," has magnificent mountains, chilly lakes, slender rivers, and lush forests. It also has long, bitterly cold winters and a growing season of less than 100 days. Thus, Vermont remains one of the least-populated states. Only Wyoming and Alaska have fewer residents. The author surveys the geography, history, economy, government, people, and culture of Vermont. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Virginia RC 34610 by Sylvia McNair narrated by Gary Tipton 1 cassette Named for Queen Elizabeth I of England, who was known as the "Virgin Queen," Virginia was the first English colony in what is now the United States. Virginia was nicknamed the "Old Dominion" by King Charles II, and is also called the "Mother of States" and the "Mother of Presidents"--four of the nation's first five chief executives were born there, as were several others. An introduction to Virginia for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Washington RC 34642 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Lydia Humphries 1 cassette Located in the far northwest corner of the continental United States, the territory that is now the state of Washington was originally to be called Columbia, but the name was changed by Congress in honor of the first president. Settled by rugged pioneers who overflowed the Oregon Territory, Washington is now a leading producer of aircraft and space equipment. An introduction to the "Evergreen State" for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1992. Washington, D.C. RC 34651 by Deborah Kent narrated by Bruce Huntey 1 cassette Washington, D.C., is often called "the nation's largest company town." It was created because the federal government needed a home, a capital city, and its history and destiny have been shaped by that mission. The author discusses the history, government, economy, famous sites, and people of the District of Columbia. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. West Virginia RC 34635 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Andy Chappell 1 cassette Some geographers have calculated that if West Virginia, nicknamed the "Mountain State," were ironed out, it would cover the entire country. Beneath the mountains lies the state's wealth--its natural resources. From the mid 1930s to the mid 1970s, West Virginia led the nation in the production of coal. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, culture, sights, and people of West Virginia. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Wisconsin RC 34630 by R. Conrad Stein narrated by Pat McDermott 1 cassette Wisconsin, known as America's Dairyland, is a farming state as well as a major industrial state. It is also very progressive. Wisconsin is where the first kindergarten was established and where the system of choosing candidates by direct primaries originated. This book discusses the geography, history, government, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of Wisconsin. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. Wyoming RC 34644 by Ann Heinrichs narrated by Lydia Humphries 1 cassette For many, Wyoming is what its unofficial nickname suggests, the "Cowboy State." But Wyoming's official moniker is the "Equality State," because it was the first territory to grant women the right to vote, to hold public office, and to serve on juries. Wyoming insisted on maintaining these rights when it applied for statehood. Presents the history, culture, economy, historic sites, and famous people of Wyoming. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1992. Braille Alabama BR 9022 by Sylvia McNair 1 volume Nature has provided Alabama with plenty of fertile, rich soil and an abundance of forests, rivers, and lakes. Nicknamed the "Cradle of the Confederacy" because Montgomery was the first capital of the Confederate States of America, Alabama is also known as the birthplace of the civil rights movement. The author discusses the history, economy, geography, culture, historic sites, and famous people of Alabama. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Alaska BR 9049 by Ann Heinrichs 1 volume The largest state in the Union, Alaska, the "Last Frontier," remains thinly populated, and its natural resources are largely untapped. Alaska boasts the continent's loftiest mountain and largest glacier, and it has the longest volcano chain in the world. The author discusses the history, geography, economics, culture, people, and scenic sites of Alaska. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Arizona BR 9048 by Ann Heinrichs 1 volume In 1912 Arizona became the forty-eighth state admitted to the Union, completing the solid block of states between Canada and Mexico. Arizona is known for its topography; the Grand Canyon juts across its northwestern corner, and its northeastern tip meets with Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah to form Four Corners. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, and people of Arizona. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Arkansas BR 9025 by Ann Heinrichs 1 volume Arkansas is the smallest state in area west of the Mississippi River, except for Hawaii. It has a rich mix of cultural traditions. Arkansans in the western and central regions identify with westerners and midwesterners, those in the south and east have affinity for the Deep South, and residents of the northern hills share the mountaineer nature and customs of other Ozarkers. An introduction to Arkansas for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. California BR 9031 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume The third largest state in area (behind Alaska and Texas), California is the most populous state in the Union. The discovery of gold in 1848 initiated the California gold rush, which the author describes as the "largest and wildest mass movement of people the world has ever seen." Introduces the history, geography, government, economy, culture, people, and historic sites of the "Golden State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. Colorado BR 9038 by Deborah Kent 1 volume With its high, barren plains and nearly impenetrable mountains, Colorado was one of the last areas in the continental United States to be developed. Today, it is one of the nation's fastest growing states. Newcomers are attracted by its breathtaking scenery, its wilderness areas, and its high-tech industries. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, culture, historic sites, and people of Colorado. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Connecticut BR 9005 by Deborah Kent 1 volume The first whites to settle in Connecticut were Englishmen who had lived in Massachusetts. Their descendants, known as Yankees, were for generations the state's dominant ethnic group, although they are now a small minority. Connecticut drew up the New World's first constitution in 1639 and produced hundreds of other "firsts," including the first cotton gin. An introduction to Connecticut for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Delaware BR 9001 by Deborah Kent 1 volume The first European to reach Delaware was the English navigator, Henry Hudson, on a mission for the Dutch. He found a land inhabited by the Lenape, members of the large Algonquian group of Native American tribes. In 1787 Delaware became the first state to ratify the Constitution, thus the first state in the Union. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, people, and sites of Delaware. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Florida BR 9027 by Lynn M. Stone 1 volume Florida, with its high concentration of sunny days, sandy beaches, and recreational facilities, is more than a tourist and retirement haven. Florida also has a rich history shaped by international conflicts, Indian wars, slavery, the Civil War, segregation, and land mismanagement. An introduction to the "Sunshine State" for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. Georgia BR 9004 by Zachary A. Kent 1 volume Georgia, named after King George II, was founded by James Oglethorpe as a haven for debtors and unemployed English citizens. A Deep South state, Georgia was devastated during the Civil War by General Sherman's famous March to the Sea. In 1979 the state adopted the popular "Georgia on My Mind" as its official state song. An introduction to Georgia for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. Hawai'i BR 9050 by Sylvia McNair 1 volume Hawaii, the fiftieth state to be admitted to the Union, is made up of eight major islands that were formed by volcanoes. Originally settled by Polynesians, Hawaii is the most racially diverse state in the United States. And there are two official state languages--English and Hawaiian. The author discusses the history, geography, economics, government, and culture of Hawaii. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. ìIdaho BR 9043 by Zachary Kent 1 volume Idaho is best known for potatoes, of which it is the nation's leading producer. One of the last areas in the United States to be settled by whites, Idaho was admitted to the Union in 1890 as the forty-third state. The author discusses the history, geography, government, economy, people, and culture of this rugged, mountainous state. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Illinois BR 9021 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume Illinois is the central state of the Midwest--a crossroads between the North and the South, the East and the West. This book examines the geography, history, government, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of "the land of Lincoln." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. Indiana BR 9019 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume There are several theories about how Indiana came to be known as the "Hoosier State," which the author declares is the most famous of state nicknames. The smallest in area of the twelve midwestern states, Indiana nevertheless is among the top ten states for both industry and agriculture. An introduction to the history, geography, economy, culture, and people of the "Hoosier State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Iowa BR 9029 by Deborah Kent 1 volume Lying between the Missouri and the Mississippi rivers, Iowa is situated in the rich, fertile heartland of America. The state devotes 93 percent of its land to farming, and its industries are closely tied to agriculture. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, people, and sights of Iowa. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Kansas BR 9034 by Zachary Kent 1 volume Kansas, nicknamed "Midway, U.S.A.," is located in the heart of the nation. A site in Smith County marks the center of the continental United States. And a spot in Osborne County marks the continent's geodetic center, an important landmark for topographic mapping. The author discusses the history, geography, culture, and economics of Kansas. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Kentucky BR 9015 by Sylvia McNair 1 volume When the first whites arrived in the area now known as Kentucky, they found a land densely covered with forests. Although nearly all of the original stands of trees have been cut, more than 40 percent of the state is still wooded, and timber remains an important industry. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of Kentucky. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. A Kid's Catalog of Israel BR 8289 by Chaya M. Burstein 3 volumes A potpourri of information about Israel. Examines its geography, history, customs, language, folklore, music, recipes, and crafts. Suggests projects for readers and includes a "Mini-Encyclopedia." For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1988. Louisiana BR 9018 by Deborah Kent 1 volume Louisiana is known for its rich multicultural heritage. The first whites to settle in Louisiana were French, and the Spanish soon followed; their descendants are known as Creoles. In the 1700s French colonists were driven from Nova Scotia (Acadia) and settled in Louisiana; their descendants are called Cajuns. African-Americans have also played a crucial role in the state's history. An introduction to Louisiana for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. Maine BR 9023 by Ty Harrington 1 volume Maine is the easternmost state in the nation. In area nearly as sizeable as the other five New England states combined, Maine has long been referred to as Down East by other New Englanders. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, government, culture, and people of Maine. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Maryland BR 9007 by Deborah Kent 1 volume As early as 1959 a Baltimore newspaper declared, "Baltimore and Washington [D.C.] are reaching out for each other like octopuses." Today, more than half of all Marylanders live in Baltimore, its suburbs, or in the forty-mile corridor that links Baltimore to Washington, D.C. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of the Old Line State. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Massachusetts BR 9006 by Deborah Kent 1 volume The history of Massachusetts is in large part the history of the nation. Massachusetts is the site where the Pilgrims first landed, and it is the place where the first shots of the American Revolution were fired. This book introduces the history, geography, government, economy, historic sites, and famous citizens of the Bay State. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. Michigan BR 9026 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume A peninsula is a body of land bounded on three sides by water. The state of Michigan consists of two peninsulas, the Upper Peninsula (Upper Michigan) and the Lower Peninsula (Lower Michigan), surrounded by the waters of the Great Lakes. This book discusses the geography, history, government, economy, industry, culture, and famous places and people of the "Wolverine State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. Minnesota BR 9032 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume The name "Minnesota" comes from a Dakota Indian word meaning "sky-tinted water." Indeed, water abounds in Minnesota, which has nearly 22,000 lakes. A prosperous state, Minnesota ranks high in both agriculture and industry. Education has also been a top priority, with a large percentage of students completing high school. An introduction to Minnesota for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Mississippi BR 9020 by Robert Carson 1 volume Mississippi, a Deep South state, gets its name from the nation's most important river--which serves as the state's western border. Nearly all of Mississippi's citizens were born in the state, as were their ancestors. And Mississippi has a larger proportion of African-American citizens than any other state. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, and famous people of the "Magnolia State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Missouri BR 9024 by William R. Sanford and Carl R. Green 1 volume Millions of people feel that they know Missouri through the books of its most famous author, Samuel L. Clemens, better known as Mark Twain. The state's largest city, St. Louis, has long been known as the gateway to the West because of its strategic location near the meeting point of the Missouri and Mississippi rivers. An introduction to the "Show Me State" for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Montana BR 9041 by Ann Heinrichs 1 volume With its vast plains and mountainous wilderness, Montana is one of the last spots in the nation with abundant wide-open space. Although the fourth-largest state in area, Montana ranks forty-fourth in population and has more deer, elk, antelope, and bears than people. The author discusses the history, geography, economics, culture, historic sites, and famous people of Montana. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Nebraska BR 9037 by Jim Hargrove 1 volume The name Nebraska comes from an Oto Indian word that means "flat water." The word was used to describe the Platte River, which flows across the state and has served as America's highway westward. As pioneers surged west, settlements grew along the river, and the area that is now Nebraska became a "Main Street." The author surveys the geography, history, economy, culture, and famous people of Nebraska. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Nevada BR 9036 by Dee Lillegard and Wayne Stoker 1 volume Nevada means "snowy" in Spanish, and the state was named for the snowcapped mountains in its west-central section. However, most of Nevada is hot, dry desert. With its legalized gambling, nightlife, and short residency requirements for marriage and divorce, tourism is by far the state's most vital industry. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, tourist sites, and people of Nevada. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. New Hampshire BR 9009 by Sylvia McNair 1 volume New Hampshire, a far northeastern state, is rocky, hilly, and densely covered with forest. Its state motto, "Live free or die," reflects New Hampshire's history. It was the first colony to promulgate a constitution, in January 1776, and to declare its independence from Britain. Discusses the geography, history, economy, people, and historic sites of the "Granite State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1992. New Jersey BR 9003 by Deborah Kent 1 volume New Jersey is one of the smallest states in the Union, situated between New York and Pennsylvania. Nevertheless, New Jersey is full of contrasts, and this book discusses the geography, history, government, economy, industry, culture, historic sites, and famous people of this small but very diverse state. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. New Mexico BR 9047 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume Its incredibly varied landscape--with lush forested mountains within a short distance of dry barren deserts--makes New Mexico the "Land of Enchantment." Proud of its multiculturalism (Anglo American, Hispanic American, and Native American), New Mexico is officially a bilingual state. The author examines the geography, history, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of New Mexico. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. New York BR 9011 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume Since its founding as a Dutch colony, New York has served as the gateway to America. Millions of immigrants to the United States have passed through New York City. And millions have chosen to stay there, making New York City the largest city in the nation and one of the most culturally diverse in the world. New York state also leads in industry, agriculture, and commerce. An introduction to the "Empire State" for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. North Carolina BR 9012 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume A Revolutionary War anecdote is one of many told to explain North Carolina's unusual nickname, the "Tar Heel State." North Carolina is also called the "State without a Birthday" because it has not been determined exactly when the first Europeans arrived. The state was the last to join the Confederacy, and it rapidly industrialized after the Civil War. An introduction to North Carolina for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. North Dakota BR 9039 by Margaret S. Herguth 1 volume North Dakota lies precisely in the middle of North America. A cairn, or stone monument, near Rugby marks the exact midpoint. North Dakota's most important scenic treasure is the Badlands--a maze of buttes, rocks, valleys, and ravines in the southwest. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, culture, and famous people of North Dakota. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Ohio BR 9017 by Deborah Kent 1 volume Situated on the eastern edge of the flat, fertile Midwest region, Ohio is rich in agriculture. With Lake Erie--one of the Great Lakes--forming part of the northern border, Ohio is also a leading industrial state with several large metropolises. The author describes the state as "a carpet of agriculture studded by great cities." An introduction to the "Buckeye State" for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Oklahoma BR 9046 by Ann Heinrichs 1 volume More Native Americans live in Oklahoma than in any other state outside of California. Oklahoma is the ancestral home of the Plains Indians and several other groups, including the Wichita, Pawnee, and Osage. More than sixty tribes were resettled on Oklahoma lands between the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and statehood in 1907. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, people, and culture of Oklahoma. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Oregon BR 9033 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume In the 1800s, thousands of Americans from the East and Midwest traveled the Oregon Trail, which began at Independence, Missouri, and wound 2,000 miles to Oregon country. Many pioneers turned to farming, hunting, and fishing upon their arrival. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, government, culture, famous people, and historic sites of this Pacific Northwest state. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Pennsylvania BR 9002 by Deborah Kent 1 volume Pennsylvania, which means "Penn's Woods," was founded by William Penn, a member of the Society of Friends, or Quakers, as a haven of religious freedom. Europeans of all faiths flocked to the new colony, which decreed that Native Americans also be treated justly because they too believed in God, whom they called the Great Spirit. An introduction to Pennsylvania for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1988. Puerto Rico BR 9052 by Deborah Kent 1 volume The traditions of Spain, North America, and the Caribbean coalesce in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico to create a unique culture. Although Puerto Ricans are citizens of the United States, Spanish remains their first language, and Puerto Rico has its own anthem, flag, and Olympic team. Discusses the geography, history, people, and culture of Puerto Rico--an autonomous commonwealth of the United States. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1992. Rhode Island BR 9013 by Ann Heinrichs 1 volume Geographically the smallest state in the nation, Rhode Island was the first of the original thirteen colonies to declare its independence from Great Britain and the first to grant its citizens religious freedom. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of the "Ocean State." For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. South Carolina BR 9008 by Deborah Kent 1 volume South Carolinians refer to the Atlantic Coastal Plain as the "Low Country," and the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Piedmont area as the "Up Country." The terms refer not only to geography, but to ways of life so disparate that the two regions once nearly fought each other. In 1860 South Carolina was the first state to secede from the Union. In 1861 it was the site of the first shots of the Civil War. An introduction to South Carolina for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. South Dakota BR 9040 by Emilie U. Lepthien 1 volume For many, South Dakota immediately evokes images of the world-famous mountain sculpture at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and of the Wild West--home to Calamity Jane, Wild Bill Hickok, Red Cloud, and Crazy Horse, and location of the notorious town of Deadwood and the massacre at Wounded Knee. The author discusses the history, geography, economy, culture, and famous people of this Old West state. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Tennessee BR 9016 by Sylvia McNair 1 volume Tennessee has three distinct regions that are personified by its music. The mountain music of east Tennessee evolved from the folk songs of England and Scotland. West Tennessee, particularly Memphis, is the birthplace of the blues, which grew from the music of African-American slaves, and Nashville in middle Tennessee is the country music capital of the world. An introduction to Tennessee for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Texas BR 9028 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume For many people Texas evokes images of cowboys, the Alamo, and oil tycoons. For nearly a decade--from 1836 to December 1845--Texas was an independent nation, the Republic of Texas, and was often called the Lone Star Republic, a moniker referring to the single star appearing on its flag and currency. The author discusses the history, geography, economics, culture, people, and tourist sites of Texas. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Utah BR 9045 by Betty McCarthy 1 volume Utah is the only state in the nation whose past and present have been so thoroughly influenced by a single contemporary religion, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, commonly known as the Mormon church. Seventy percent of all Utah residents are Mormon, and the church headquarters are in Salt Lake City. The author surveys the geography, history, culture, economy, historic sites, and famous people of Utah. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Vermont BR 9014 by Sylvia McNair 1 volume Vermont, the "Green Mountain State," has magnificent mountains, chilly lakes, slender rivers, and lush forests. It also has long, bitterly cold winters and a growing season of less than 100 days. Thus, Vermont remains one of the least-populated states. Only Wyoming and Alaska have fewer residents. The author surveys the geography, history, economy, government, people, and culture of Vermont. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Virginia BR 9010 by Sylvia McNair 1 volume Named for Queen Elizabeth I of England, who was known as the "Virgin Queen," Virginia was the first English colony in what is now the United States. Virginia was nicknamed the "Old Dominion" by King Charles II, and is also called the "Mother of States" and the "Mother of Presidents"--four of the nation's first five chief executives were born there, as were several others. An introduction to Virginia for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1989. Washington BR 9042 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume Located in the far northwest corner of the continental United States, the territory that is now the state of Washington was originally to be called Columbia, but the name was changed by Congress in honor of the first president. Settled by rugged pioneers who overflowed the Oregon Territory, Washington is now a leading producer of aircraft and space equipment. An introduction to the "Evergreen State" for grades 4-7 and older readers. 1992. Washington, D.C. BR 9051 by Deborah Kent 1 volume Washington, D.C., is often called "the nation's largest company town." It was created because the federal government needed a home, a capital city, and its history and destiny have been shaped by that mission. The author discusses the history, government, economy, famous sites, and people of the District of Columbia. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. West Virginia BR 9035 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume Some geographers have calculated that if West Virginia, nicknamed the "Mountain State," were ironed out, it would cover the entire country. Beneath the mountains lies the state's wealth--its natural resources. From the mid 1930s to the mid 1970s, West Virginia led the nation in the production of coal. The author discusses the geography, history, economy, culture, sights, and people of West Virginia. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Wisconsin BR 9030 by R. Conrad Stein 1 volume Wisconsin, known as America's Dairyland, is a farming state as well as a major industrial state. It is also very progressive. Wisconsin is where the first kindergarten was established and where the system of choosing candidates by direct primaries originated. This book discusses the geography, history, government, economy, culture, historic sites, and famous people of Wisconsin. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1987. Wyoming BR 9044 by Ann Heinrichs 1 volume For many, Wyoming is what its unofficial nickname suggests, the "Cowboy State." But Wyoming's official moniker is the "Equality State" because it was the first territory to grant women the right to vote, to hold public office, and to serve on juries. Wyoming insisted on maintaining these rights when it applied for statehood. Presents the history, culture, economy, historic sites, and famous people of Wyoming. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1992. Government and the Law Cassettes The Bill of Rights: How We Got It and What It Means RC 34338 by Milton Meltzer narrated by Robert Sams 1 cassette The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, protect the basic rights of the people. Meltzer discusses the history of the Bill of Rights from its origins in the Magna Carta of 1215, through its ratification in 1791, to the added protections provided by the Fourteenth Amendment in 1868. Each amendment is then explained and analyzed. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Counting America: The Story of the United States Census RC 33169 by Melissa and Brent Ashabranner narrated by Dave Jackson 1 cassette Following a brief overview of the constitutional mandate and the actual conduct of the nation's first census in 1790, the authors concentrate on changes in census taking during the last half of the twentieth century. Among the major revisions cited are the use of automation, and programs to encourage participation. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1989. Crime in America RC 34396 by Milton Meltzer narrated by Dave Jackson 1 cassette The author presents a thorough discussion of the growing problem of crime in the United States, including mugging and robbery in the streets, organized crime, crimes of passion, white-collar crime, and corruption in public office. He also includes a critical examination of the criminal justice system and suggests ways that it can be improved. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. The Homeless: Profiling the Problem RC 33254 by Margaret O. Hyde narrated by Rick Foucheux 1 cassette The author begins her examination by discussing in general terms who the homeless are, how they live, and what their medical problems are. Separate chapters then examine different groups: those who have lost their homes, young people who are runaways, street people, the mentally ill, and young children. Includes information on how to help the homeless and where to go for help. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. Neighbors at Odds: U.S. Policy in Latin America RC 33507 by Elaine Pascoe narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette A general history of U.S. relations with Latin America and an examination of policy. Pascoe begins by showing the historical differences between the two cultures, then traces U.S. foreign policy from the Monroe Doctrine through Carter's focus on human rights, the Contra scandal, and the U.S. response to instability in Nicaragua and El Salvador. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. The Right to Bear Arms RC 33776 by Geraldine and Harold Woods narrated by Maggie Welch 1 cassette Examines the historical development of the Second Amendment to the Constitution and discusses opposing interpretations. Relates federal, state, and local gun laws enacted since the 1920s; tragic statistics of gun violence; assassinations of, and assassination attempts on, national leaders; and arguments for and against gun control. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1986. Who's to Know? Information, the Media, and Public Awareness RC 34886 by Ann E. Weiss narrated by Jill Ferris 1 cassette Contrasting the control of information in countries such as China and South Africa with the situation in the United States, Weiss argues that the guarantees of democracy do not always ensure the "right to know." She also illustrates how government, business, politics, and the media shape and manipulate the news and information that we receive. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Women in the Third World RC 34509 by Maxine P. Fisher narrated by Laura Giannarelli 1 cassette Growing up female in the less developed nations of the world means suffering discrimination in health care, education, marriage, jobs, and all kinds of power--from domestic to political. The author draws on individual profiles as well as statistics and research studies in India, Ethiopia, Peru, and a host of other countries to reveal a general global pattern of widespread inequity. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1989. Braille The Bill of Rights: How We Got It and What It Means BR 8747 by Milton Meltzer 2 volumes The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, protect the basic rights of the people. Meltzer discusses the history of the Bill of Rights from its origins in the Magna Carta of 1215, through its ratification in 1791, to the added protections provided by the Fourteenth Amendment in 1868. Each amendment is then explained and analyzed. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Counting America: The Story of the United States Census BR 8589 by Brent and Melissa Ashabranner 1 volume Following a brief overview of the constitutional mandate and the actual conduct of the nation's first census in 1790, the authors concentrate on changes in census taking during the last half of the twentieth century. Among the major revisions cited are the use of automation and programs to encourage participation. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1989. Crime in America BR 8847 by Milton Meltzer 1 volume The author presents a thorough discussion of the growing problem of crime in the United States, including mugging and robbery in the streets, organized crime, crimes of passion, white-collar crime, and corruption in public office. He also includes a critical examination of the criminal justice system and suggests ways that it can be improved. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. The Right to Bear Arms BR 8686 by Geraldine and Harold Woods 1 volume Examines the historical development of the Second Amendment to the Constitution and discusses opposing interpretations. Relates federal, state, and local gun laws enacted since the 1920s; tragic statistics of gun violence; assassinations of, and assassination attempts on, national leaders; and arguments for and against gun control. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1986. History Cassettes The Abraham Lincoln Brigade: Americans Fighting Fascism in the Spanish Civil War RC 32903 by Don Lawson narrated by Phil Regensdorf 1 cassette An account of the young American volunteers who fought against fascism in the Spanish Civil War, 1936-1939. The author describes the political issues of the time and integrates sketches of the international brigades--both the leaders and the ordinary soldiers--who fought and died for a cause they fervently supported. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1989. Ancient Indians: The First Americans RC 33472 by Roy A. Gallant narrated by Erik Sandvold 1 cassette Who were the first Americans? Where did they come from? What were their lives like? The author presents fascinating archaeological evidence about the Paleo-Indians--the ancestors of present-day Native Americans. Chapters include "Overland from Asia?," "The Spread of Paleo-Indian Cultures," and "The Eskimos and Indians of the Southwest." For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1989. Before the Mayflower: A History of Black America RC 32994 by Lerone Bennett, Jr. narrated by John Stratton 4 cassettes Fifth revised edition of a classic history of African-Americans. Bennett begins with the great empires of West Africa and traces black history through the transatlantic journey into slavery, the founding of the nation, and the Reconstruction and Jim Crow eras to the civil rights struggles of the 1960s and 1970s. Includes a chronology and a section entitled "Black Firsts." For high school and older readers. 1982. Behind the Headlines: The Story of American Newspapers RC 33459 by Thomas Fleming narrated by Bob Askey 1 cassette Newspapers are one of the most important instruments of America's democracy, for they play a crucial role in molding opinions, sharing ideas and beliefs, and keeping people informed. The author surveys the history of American newspapers and relates anecdotes and details about the people and events who have helped to shape this important medium. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1989. The Birth of a Nation: The Early Years of the United States RC 32687 by Doris and Harold Faber narrated by Butch Hoover 1 cassette A lively, brisk account of the United States' crucial early years, from George Washington's election through his two terms and the election of John Adams as the nation's second president. Companion to _We the People: The Story of the United States Constitution since 1787 (RC 26207)_. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1989. Black Heroes of the American Revolution RC 34833 by Burke Davis narrated by Bob Moore 1 cassette Although Revolutionary War history has traditionally focused on the courage of George Washington, Paul Revere, Ethan Allen, and other white Americans, black Americans also made heroic contributions to the War of Independence. This book tells the stories of Peter Salem, Oliver Cromwell, James Forten, and other African Americans who fought, sacrificed, and performed valiantly in that effort. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1976. The Boys' War: Confederate and Union Soldiers Talk about the Civil War RC 34876 by Jim Murphy narrated by Jake Williams 1 cassette Although precise records do not exist, between ten and twenty percent of the soldiers who fought in the Civil War were boys sixteen and younger. Many kept diaries and journals and sent letters home. Some wrote memoirs and company histories. Through these primary sources the author presents a vivid portrait of their experiences. For grades 6-9 and older readers. Golden Kite Award. 1990. Breaking the Chains: African-American Slave Resistance RC 33296 by William Loren Katz narrated by Ralph Lowenstein 1 cassette African-Americans did not accept slavery passively and with good humor. Through the use of primary source materials, Katz lays to rest the myth of the happy, docile slave--which was perpetuated by slave owners and given credence by historians. Katz paints a compelling picture of perpetual, resilient, and active and passive resistance to slavery by men, women, and children. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1990. Columbus and the World around Him RC 32699 by Milton Meltzer narrated by Peter Johnson 1 cassette Meltzer, in this meticulously researched account, moves beyond Columbus's skills as a navigator to paint a picture of an arrogant, obsessive dreamer. Driven by greed for wealth and power and by a dubious interest in converting "the heathens," Columbus, like his contemporaries, saw non-Europeans as inferior beings ripe for enslavement and their lands ripe for European exploitation. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. The Crow RC 33363 by Frederick E. Hoxie narrated by Art Metzler 1 cassette The chronological story of the Crow Indians of the Great Plains of present-day Montana. Chapters include "Tribal Origins," "The Arrival of the White Man," "The Reservation Era," and "The Crow Today." For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. Discovering Christopher Columbus: How History Is Invented RC 35276 by Kathy Pelta narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette With Christopher Columbus as her focus, the author introduces the reader to the exciting world of historical research. Through the discussion of several of the more questionable moments of Columbus's life, and of past and present theories concerning his legacy, we see how history is ever-shifting, continually changed by revelations of explorers and scholars. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1991. Ellis Island: New Hope in a New Land RC 35719 by William Jay Jacobs narrated by Ralph Lowenstein 1 cassette March 27, 1907, 16,050 immigrants arrive in New York Harbor--the greatest number for any single day in the nation's history. They leave the cramped steerage where they have spent weeks traveling from Europe and are herded on barges to Ellis Island, where they will be examined, questioned, and told if they can stay in America. The author vividly recreates the immigrant experience of the early 1900s. For grades 4-7. 1990. Exploring the Past, the Middle Ages RC 35565 by Catherine Oakes narrated by Maggie Welch 1 cassette The Middle Ages refers to the period in history between the Roman Empire and the Renaissance (from about A.D. 500 to about A.D. 1500). This book details what life was like during the medieval period. Chapters include "The Arts and Learning," "Religion," and "The Wider World." Some violence. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. A Grateful Nation: The Story of Arlington National Cemetery RC 33251 by Brent Ashabranner narrated by Rick Foucheux 1 cassette Taking his readers on a walk through Arlington National Cemetery near Washington, D.C., the author deftly weaves factual information on the cemetery's rich history and operation. Ashabranner provides vignettes about the people buried there, as well as personal anecdotes from visitors, staff, and members of the military honor guard. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. I, Columbus: My Journal--1492Ò3 RC 34714 by Christopher Columbus narrated by J.P. Linton 1 cassette Christopher Columbus was one of the most able and accomplished sailors of his day. His life's dream was to discover a new way to reach the East, fabled for its riches. Unlike those before him, he would sail west to reach the Indies. With the backing of Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand of Spain, he embarked in 1492. Here is the record of his voyage, in his very own words. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Kate Shelley and the _Midnight Express_ RC 35364 by Margaret K. Wetterer narrated by Suzanne Toren 1 cassette Vividly recounts the true story of a courageous young girl in 1881 Iowa. Kate Shelley, fifteen, is largely responsible for running the farm and caring for her younger brother and sisters since the tragic deaths of her father and another brother. When a railroad bridge is wiped out by a fierce storm, Kate saves the lives of 200 people speeding toward the broken bridge on an express train. For grades K-3. 1990. A Long Hard Journey: The Story of the Pullman Porter RC 32703 by Patricia and Frederick McKissack narrated by John Stratton 1 cassette In 1859 George Pullman's first sleeping car made its debut run. Soon Pullman's sleeping cars were unrivaled in design and service. The porters who provided service in the cars were at first ex-slaves, and for nearly 100 years all Pullman porters were black. In 1925, with the help of A. Philip Randolph, they organized the first African-American-controlled labor union. For grades 5-8. 1989. Men of Athens RC 34824 by Olivia E. Coolidge narrated by Guy Sorel 1 cassette (Reissue) A series of separate stories relates the various stages of Greek history: the twenty-year war with Persia, the Golden Age, and the defeat of Athens in the Peloponnesian War that brought the Golden Age to an end. Includes fictionalized portraits of such great Athenians as Pericles, Euripides, and Socrates. For grades 6-9. 1962. My Hiroshima RC 33285 by Junko Morimoto narrated by Catherine Byers 1 cassette The author was born in Hiroshima, Japan. Hiroshima was a beautiful city facing the sea and surrounded by green mountains, with seven lovely rivers flowing through it. On the morning of August 6, 1945, an atomic bomb was dropped on the city and all was destroyed. Over the next five years 200,000 people would die from the effects of that bomb. The author shares her childhood memories of her city and its destruction. For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1987. A Nation Torn: The Story of How the Civil War Began RC 33679 by Delia Ray narrated by Lydia Humphries 1 cassette A lively, vivid introduction to the events that led up to the attack at Fort Sumter on April 12, 1861, and the start of the nation's Civil War. Chapters include "America, North and South," "Bloody Kansas," and "A Man Named Lincoln." For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1990. Now Is Your Time! The African-American Struggle for Freedom RC 35154 by Walter Dean Myers narrated by Gordon Gould 2 cassettes Against the historical backdrop of the constant struggle of African-Americans for freedom and equality, Myers weaves the personal stories of influential and ordinary people--slaves, soldiers, inventors, artists, and political leaders. For grades 6-9 and older readers. Coretta Scott King Award 1991. Once upon a Horse: A History of Horses and How They Shaped Our History RC 33218 by Suzanne Jurmain narrated by Mara Swanson 1 cassette In this well-researched account, the author traces the horse's origins and discusses how horses have helped humankind change the world over the last 6,000 years. Chapters include, "The War-Horse," "The Game Player," "The Wonder-Worker," and "The Friend." For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. The Other 1492: Jewish Settlement in the New World RC 33155 by Norman H. Finkelstein narrated by Andrew Sofer 1 cassette For many people 1492 conjures up images of Columbus setting sail. But it was also the year that Ferdinand and Isabella expelled the Jews from Spain. Jews had for centuries been important members of the Spanish community. But now they were forced to abandon their faith, become Marranos (Jews ostensibly Christian), or leave. Many came to the New World. For grades 6-9. 1989. People of the Breaking Day RC 35485 by Marcia Sewall narrated by Bruce Huntey 1 cassette Through the poetic, collective voice of the Wampanoag Indians of southeastern Massachusetts, the author evokes the Wampanoags' culture and traditions prior to the coming of the Europeans. Portrays the Wampanoags as they play, work, migrate with the seasons, make war and peace with other tribes, acculturate the young, and bury the dead. Companion to _The Pilgrims of Plimoth (RC 26193)_. For grades 3-6. 1990. The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone: Key to Ancient Egypt RC 35382 by James Cross Giblin narrated by John Horton 1 cassette Before the discovery of the Rosetta Stone in 1799, Egyptian hieroglyphic writing -- composed of pictures of animals, birds, and geometric shapes -- was a mystery. For nearly 1,400 years the meanings had been lost. The author chronicles the fascinating story of how the stone was discovered and, after countless attempts, finally deciphered by scholars. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1990. Shanghai Passage RC 35359 by Gregory Patent narrated by Gordon Gould 1 cassette Set in Shanghai, China, during the Japanese occupation and World War II, the author's chronicle describes his early life and the activities of his family. The son of an Iraqi-Jewish mother and a Russian-Jewish father and himself a British citizen (because of his birth in Hong Kong), Patent felt even more alien than the other foreigners living in the various sectors of Shanghai. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1990. Spanish Pioneers of the Southwest RC 35422 by Joan Anderson narrated by Mary Kane 1 cassette The first settlement of Europeans in the New World was not that of the Pilgrims, nor was it in the East. Twenty years before the Pilgrims, Spanish settlers established the colony of New Spain (which is now New Mexico) in the North American Southwest. The author vividly recreates life in the mid-1700s in one early Spanish settlement -- El Rancho de las Golondrinas. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1989. Three Behaim Boys: Growing Up in Early Modern Germany; A Chronicle of Their Lives RC 34548 edited by Steven Ozment narrated by Frank Coffee 3 cassettes Boys from different generations of the same family reveal what it is like to grow up in Europe in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Michael, apprenticed to a merchant at fourteen, asserts his rights as he forges his career. Homesick Friederich is coached by his mother about girls and spending money. Stephan Carl pays for his adventuresome spirit. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1990. The Wailing Wall RC 33669 by Leonard Everett Fisher narrated by Gordon Gould 1 cassette In Jerusalem, Israel, the remains of the Second Temple, built 2,500 years ago and rebuilt 500 years later by Herod, stand upon the remains of the First Temple, built almost 3,000 years ago by Solomon. Each year Jews from around the world visit this Western or "Wailing" Wall to weep over the Temple's destruction and to seek God's favor. The author vividly brings to life the area's history from the time of Abraham. For grades 3-6 and older readers. 1989. Walter Dragun's Town: Crafts and Trade in the Middle Ages RC 34279 by Sheila Sancha narrated by Andrew Sofer 1 cassette The author describes crafts and trade in medieval England. She focuses on a town and the activities of several of its citizens, their families, and their friends during a week in August 1274. The recurring appearances of Walter Dragun, town seneschal or overseer, and his bailiff point up the common people's lack of power. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1987. We Remember the Holocaust RC 34318 by David A. Adler narrated by Robert Blumenfeld 1 cassette An account of the Holocaust is presented in the voices of those who lived through the terror. Adler's description of Hitler's rise to power and his calculated campaign against Jews and other minorities is buttressed with recollections of individuals who survived the horror. Includes a chronology, a glossary, and a list of suggested readings. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. The White House: Cornerstone of a Nation RC 34859 by Judith St. George narrated by Katrina Van Dyne 1 cassette A lively, informal history of the White House from its construction in the late eighteenth century through its many alterations over the years, including its complete rebuilding during President Truman's administration. The author includes anecdotes about the presidents who either presided over changes or introduced new styles of use for the house that is now a national treasure. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1990. The Wright Brothers: How They Invented the Airplane RC 34862 by Russell Freedman narrated by Mary Kane 1 cassette Although four years apart, Wilbur and Orville Wright were inseparable throughout their lives. From their bicycle shop in Dayton, Ohio, the two set out to prove the possibility of powered, controlled human flight. They succeeded in 1903 and, with dogged determination, were also successful in promoting their new flying machine and overcoming the government's lack of interest. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1991. Braille Andrew Jackson: Seventh President of the United States BR 7998 by Rebecca Stefoff 1 volume Andrew Jackson was born in March 1767 in the Waxhaw region of the Carolinas, a month after his father's death. The frontier offered little schooling, but Jackson learned to read and write in classes held at his church. An "Indian fighter" and the hero of the Battle of New Orleans in 1814, Jackson became one of the nation's most popular presidents. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 1988. Before the Mayflower: A History of Black America BR 8531 by Lerone Bennett, Jr. 6 volumes Fifth revised edition of a classic history of African Americans. Bennett begins with the great empires of West Africa and traces black history through the transatlantic journey into slavery, the founding of the nation, and the Reconstruction and Jim Crow eras to the civil rights struggles of the 1960s and 1970s. Includes a chronology and a section entitled "Black Firsts." For high school and older readers. 1982. The Birth of a Nation: The Early Years of the United States BR 8494 by Doris and Harold Faber 2 volumes A lively, brisk account of the United States' crucial early years, from George Washington's election through his two terms and the election of John Adams as the nation's second president. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1989. Black Heroes of the American Revolution BR 8881 by Burke Davis 1 volume Although Revolutionary War history has traditionally focused on the courage of George Washington, Paul Revere, Ethan Allen, and other white Americans, black Americans also made heroic contributions to the War of Independence. This book tells the stories of Peter Salem, Oliver Cromwell, James Forten, and other African Americans who fought, sacrificed, and performed valiantly in that effort. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1976. Breaking the Chains: African-American Slave Resistance BR 8599 by William Loren Katz 2 volumes African-Americans did not accept slavery passively and with good humor. Through the use of primary source materials, Katz lays to rest the myth of the happy, docile slave -- which was perpetuated by slave owners and given credence by historians. Katz paints a compelling picture of perpetual, resilient, and active and passive resistance to slavery by men, women, and children. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1990. I, Columbus: My Journal -- 1492-3 BR 8873 by Christopher Columbus 1 volume Christopher Columbus was one of the most able and accomplished sailors of his day. His life's dream was to discover a new way to reach the East, fabled for its riches. Unlike those before him, he would sail west to reach the Indies. With the backing of Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand of Spain, he embarked in 1492. Here is the record of his voyage, in his very own words. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Now Is Your Time! The African-American Struggle for Freedom BR 9071 by Walter Dean Myers 2 volumes Against the historical backdrop of the constant struggle of African Americans for freedom and equality, Myers weaves the personal stories of influential and ordinary people -- slaves, soldiers, inventors, artists, and political leaders. For grades 6-9 and older readers. Coretta Scott King Award. 1991. One Thousand One Things Everyone Should Know about American History BR 8370 by John A. Garraty 3 volumes Garraty offers a selection of things everyone should know about American history, concentrating on subjects he hopes most people will recognize. Topics include politics, ideas, people, presidents, literature, music, military matters, and economics. For high school and older readers. 1989. Three Behaim Boys: Growing Up in Early Modern Germany; A Chronicle of Their Lives BR 9066 edited by Steven Ozment 3 volumes Boys from different generations of the same family reveal what it is like to grow up in Europe in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Michael, apprenticed to a merchant at fourteen, asserts his rights as he forges his career. Homesick Friederich is coached by his mother about girls and spending money. Stephan Carl pays for his adventuresome spirit. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1990. Holidays Cassettes Kwanzaa RC 33258 by Deborah M. Chocolate narrated by Reginald Metcalf 1 cassette "Every year, from the day after Christmas until the first day of the new year, our family celebrates Kwanzaa!" Thus begins the narrator's informative and delightful introduction to the celebration of Kwanzaa, the African-American holiday of the "first fruits." For grades K-3 and older readers. 1990. Kwanzaa: An African-American Holiday That Is Progressive and Uplifting RC 32621 by Haki R. Madhubuti narrated by Reginald Metcalf 1 cassette A guide to the meaning and observance of Kwanzaa, an African-American celebration of the "first fruits." Originated in 1966 by Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is celebrated annually from December 26 through January 1. For junior and senior high and older readers. 1972. The Story of Hanukkah RC 33242 by Amy Ehrlich narrated by Ray Hagen 1 cassette Retells the biblical story that is celebrated by Jewish people in the feast of Hanukkah. For grades K-3 and older readers. 1989. Braille Kwanzaa BR 8911 by Deborah M. Chocolate 1 volume "Every year, from the day after Christmas until the first day of the new year, our family celebrates Kwanzaa!" Thus begins the narrator's informative and delightful introduction to the celebration of Kwanzaa, the African-American holiday of the "first fruits." PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3 and older readers. 1990. The Story of Hanukkah BR 8929 by Amy Ehrlich 1 volume Retells the biblical story that is celebrated by Jewish people in the feast of Hanukkah. PRINT/BRAILLE. For grades K-3 and older readers. 1989. Jokes, Riddles, and Rhymes Cassettes Astronuts: Space Jokes and Riddles RC 33698 by Charles Keller narrated by Barry Bernson 1 cassette A collection of jokes and riddles about astronauts and outer space, such as "What does an astronaut do when he gets angry? He blasts off!" For grades 4-7. 1985. For Laughing Out Loud: Poems to Tickle Your Funnybone RC 35067 selected by Jack Prelutsky narrated by David Palmer 1 cassette A delightful collection of more than one hundred humorous poems intended to make you "grin from ear to ear." For preschool-grade 2 and older readers. 1991. _A Hippopotamusn't_ and Other Animal Verses RC 32971 by J. Patrick Lewis narrated by George Backman 1 cassette A delightful collection of more than thirty humorous poems about a wide variety of animals. For grades K-3. 1990. The Lady with the Alligator Purse RC 33782 selected by Nadine Bernard Westcott narrated by Pam Ward 1 cassette The traditional jump rope nonsense rhyme about Tiny Tim who became quite ill while taking a bath when "he drank up all the water, he ate up all the soap, he tried to eat the bathtub, but it wouldn't go down his throat." The doctor and nurse are left in a quandary. Then the lady with the alligator purse arrives on the scene and knows just what to do! For preschool-grade 2. 1988. The Little Dog Laughed RC 33137 narrated by Bob Askey 1 cassette A delightful collection of sixty-four nursery rhymes including "Humpty Dumpty," "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star," "Hot Cross Buns!," and "Mary Had a Little Lamb." For preschool-grade 2. 1989. Something Big Has Been Here RC 32961 by Jack Prelutsky narrated by George Backman 1 cassette A delightful collection of short, witty, zany poems including "The Turkey Shot out of the Oven" (it was stuffed with unpopped popcorn), "My Frog Is a Frog" (a hoarse frog with a frog in its throat), and "My Sister Ate an Orange" (and a yellow, a purple, and a blue--crayon). For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1990. Braille For Laughing Out Loud: Poems to Tickle Your Funnybone BR 8879 selected by Jack Prelutsky 1 volume A delightful collection of more than one hundred humorous poems intended to make you "grin from ear to ear." For preschool-grade 2 and older readers. 1991. Something Big Has Been Here BR 8563 by Jack Prelutsky 1 volume A delightful collection of short, witty, zany poems including "The Turkey Shot out of the Oven" (it was stuffed with unpopped popcorn), "My Frog Is a Frog" (a hoarse frog with a frog in its throat), and "My Sister Ate an Orange" (and a yellow, a purple, and a blue--crayon). For grades 2-4 and older readers. 1990. Medicine and Health Cassettes Asthma RC 34130 by Mona Kerby narrated by Katrina Van Dyne 1 cassette Asthma is a very common childhood disease that affects between five and ten percent of children in the United States. Although asthma is not curable, it is treatable, and attacks can usually be prevented. This book discusses the different kinds of asthma, their causes, and methods of preventing and controlling asthma attacks. Also includes a listing of information sources on asthma. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. Your Immune System RC 35430 by Alan E. Nourse narrated by K.D. Henry 1 cassette A medical doctor explains how the body's immune defense system--which protects us from, and fights off, infections and illnesses--works. Chapters include "The Immune System as Hero," "The Immune System as Villain," "The Immune System Destroyed" (which includes a discussion of AIDS), and "Some Frontiers of Immunity." For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. Music Cassettes The Lives and Loves of New Kids on the Block RC 33065 by Jill Matthews narrated by Kerry Cundiff 1 cassette The New Kids on the Block -- Donnie Wahlberg, Danny Wood, Joe McIntyre, Jonathan Knight, and Jordan Knight--are five teenagers from Boston who became pop music stars in the late 1980s. This book tells about their lives, loves, hopes, and dreams. For grades 6-9. Bestseller 1990. Louis Armstrong RC 33741 by Sam Tanenhaus narrated by Laura Giannarelli 1 cassette Louis Armstrong was born into a poor New Orleans family at the turn of the century. When he was thirteen, he got into trouble and was sent to reform school. There he got his hands on a horn. He was already using his voice to make music, but now he was hooked. Later, in Storyville, the young cornetist attracted bandleader "King" Oliver's attention. Armstrong went on to become known around the world as "Satchmo." For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1989. Ludwig van Beethoven RC 34152 by Wendy Thompson narrated by Philip Booth 1 cassette Americans fought for independence, the French rebelled, and Napoleon became a hero. Meanwhile, Ludwig, a boy growing up in a musical family in Bonn, was becoming interested in the events that were rapidly changing his world. When he moved to Vienna, he supported himself by playing the piano. Soon he was famous all over the world for the music he wrote reflecting the troubled times he lived in. For grades 6-9 and older readers. 1990. Paul Robeson RC 33247 by Eloise Greenfield narrated by Reginald Metcalf 1 cassette Paul Robeson was born in 1898, the youngest of five children. His father was the pastor of a church in Princeton, New Jersey. Born a slave in North Carolina, Paul's father had fled to the North at the age of fifteen. He taught Paul to love words -- written and spoken -- and to stand up for what he believed in. Paul would become a great singer, actor, and spokesperson for African-American people. For grades 2-4 and older readers. Jane Addams Award. 1975. Rap RC 33450 by Keith Elliot Greenberg narrated by Robert Sams 1 cassette Rap music--where a vocalist tells a story in rhyme accompanied by a rhythmic background -- has become "America's freshest form of music," with its boasting, lecturing, and wisecracking. Once popular only among African-Americans in major East Coast cities, rap music spread throughout the United States among all races. The author traces the history of rap music and includes a rap dictionary. For grades 4-7 and older readers. 1991. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart RC 34153 by Wendy Thompson narrated by Philip Booth 1 cassette Two hundred years