Thirteen-year-old Tim and his brother, Roy, face danger and disappointment in their quest to strike it rich. Factual information, illustrations and archival photographs follow each chapter of the boys' personal story. ...

This richly illustrated treasury of information from the Kids Book of series is the book for every Canadian home, classroom and library!
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In a unique mix of fact and fiction, this is the dramatic story of the Underground Railroad as seen through the eyes of two young girls--Eliza, a runaway slave, and Johanna, whose family gives her refuge. Kids will learn about life on a cotton plantation and about abolitionists who fought to have slavery made illegal. Activities include making a tin can lantern and locating the North Star, which guided many slaves to freedom. Beautifully ...

Early settlers made the things they needed for everyday life. Pioneer children also made their own toys. Kids today can turn a tin can into a punched-tin lantern, a piece of felt into a a pair of moccasins and create many more crafts the pioneer way. This book features historical introductions to each craft and easy-to-follow instructions. Full color. ...

Combining fiction and non-fiction, this dramatic sequel to "A Pioneer Story" follows the Robertson family as they prepare for Thanksgiving in the year 1841. ...

A blend on fiction and nonfiction, this work chronicles one year in the lives of the imaginary Robinson family. The stories illuminate not only pioneer farm life, but everyday situations that occur in any era. Illustrated historical notes enlarge on the social history and describe activities related to the stories. ...

Combining fiction and non-fiction, this dramatic story follows the Robertson family as they prepare for Thanksgiving in the year 1841. As with all pioneer families in North America, Thanksgiving is a special day. But this year, the Robertsons have more reasons than usual to give thanks. Two-color illustrations. ...

Combining fiction and nonfiction, this dramatic story set in the snowy backwoods follows the Robertson family as they prepare for Christmas in 1841. They are excitedly expecting visitors from afar. But as a winter storm begins to rage, the family fears for the safety of the travelers. How will Andrew and Sophie -- with a baby on the way -- fare on such a dangerous journey? Each chapter of the story is enhanced by information about the pioneer ...

A unique hybrid of fact and fiction that explores the daily life of the urban poor one hundred years ago.
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From the author of "The Last Safe House" comes a gripping novel that depicts the life of working children in North American cities in the early 20th century. Interwoven with it are nonfiction sections describing family life in a slum, the fight to improve social conditions, and the plight of working children then and now. Photos.
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