Helen Plum Library

An exploration of the Iroquois Indians, discussing the nation's housing, relationship with settlers, culture, and more

Describes the destructive eruption of the Krakatau volcanic island in 1883, detailing the events leading up to the eruption, the devastation it caused, and how the eruption changed the Krakatau environment

An exploration of the Wampanoag Indians, discussing the nation's relationship with settlers, culture, women, housing, and more

An exploration of the Zuni Indians, discussing their history, beliefs, modern difficulties, and more

"In northwest Montana's Glacier National Park, huge, icy glaciers stream the sides of towering mountain peaks. Below, beautiful green forests grow along the shores of sparkling blue lakes. Readers will get a detailed view of the park as they explore its beautiful natural landscapes and examine its diverse population of plants and animals. They will also learn about the parks history, what environmental threats it faces today, and more."--

Learn surprising true facts about Mount Rainier National Park, including which plants and animals live there and how people are working to preserve the park

"From the towering peaks of the Teton Range to the sprawling, green valley known as Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park is home to some of the most beautiful natural scenery in the United States. Readers will hike through the entire park to get a look at rare and fascinating plants and animals. They will also explore the park's history, from how it was formed to how people first discovered it."--

"A new installment in the A True Book series focusing on Survival Skills"-- "Learn basic survival skills and connect with nature! Knowing how to navigate - whether it's by using a compass or by using objects found in nature - is a skill that every outdoor adventurer needs. Did you know that you can make a compass out of sticks and rocks? Or that you can use the stars as a guide? Learn all this and more in Navigation - a book that gives kids the confidence...

"A new installment in the A True Book series focusing on Survival Skills"-- "Learn basic survival skills and connect with nature! Knowing how to find safe drinking water, how to build a fire, and which foods are safe to eat - as well as which are not - are skills that every outdoor adventurer needs. Did you know that you can find edible plants right in your own backyard? Or that certain insects are super nutritious? Learn all this and more in Food,...

Discover the origins of European exploration of the Americas.

A True Book: American History series allows readers to experience the earliest moments in American history and to discover how these moments helped shape the country that it is today. This series includes an age appropriate (grades 3-5) introduction to curriculum-relevant subjects and a robust resource section that encourages independent study.

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