LeeAnne Gelletly

Presents the geography, history, economy, cities and communities, and people and culture of Colombia. Includes recipes, related projects, and a calendar of festivals.

Delaware is known as the "First State," because it was the first of the original thirteen colonies to ratify the U.S. Constitution. Although Maryland is small, it is known for the rivers, bays, and creeks that feed into the Chesapeake Bay, as well as sandy beaches, forested plateaus, and mountains. The nation's capital city, Washington, is located in the District of Columbia; it is known for its many monuments and museums, as well as for its critical...

Examines the history of oligarchy, a form of government in which a small privileged group rules, typically for corrupt purposes, which was first described by the ancient Greeks.

This book is an overview of immigration from Mexico to the United States and Canada since the 1960s, when immigration laws were changed to permit greater numbers of people to enter these countries.

Examines the history of monarchy, a form of government in which one individual rules and succession is determined by heredity often based on closeness of kinship.

Discusses the role of women in eighteenth century society including their legal status, lack of formal education, and their role in the American Revolution.