Born in Spain in 1713, Father Serra was sent to the New World to spread the Catholic religion. He founded twenty-one missions in what became the state of California, and…

Shortly after the birth of the United States, many people headed west to settle the new territory of the frontier. They journeyed by wagon for months on end and faced…

Childhood has changed exponentially since the early 1600s. From what chores one must do to the roles of men and women, children today don’t have much in common with children…

"Readers learn the main features of Earth's climate zones, including the tropical, temperate, polar, Mediterranean, highland, and arid zones. Full-color photographs and maps of these regions aid the main content…

Responsibility means knowing what you have to get done and doing it For young kids, these tasks often include getting ready for the day. However, many parents know the battle…

With a fun, encouraging tone, the main content of this book focuses on the age-appropriate ways readers can be responsible for keeping their own bodies clean. –

All pro mountain bikers have a few things in common. They love adventure; they love the outdoors; and they love to go fast! This extreme sport is one of the…

For a professional surfer, there's nothing more important than chasing the waves. From Hawaii to New Zealand, these athletes are constantly on the move to find the best wave and…