Edwin Tunis

Traces the building of boats, from the first dugout to the latest submarines and steamships, describing new principles incorporated into the vessels to improve navigation and safety.

Describes in text and pictures weapons used through the ages, from the stones of prehistoric man to the bombs of modern times.

Describes and illustrates the work of craftsmen and artisans in Colonial America. Shows types of work done in town shops and manufacturies, as well as, in homes, village shops, and country forges.

Describes the development of settlements, taverns, and ferry crossings along the Pennsylvania and New Jersey shores of the Delaware River and the events leading to Washington's crossing of this river in 1776.

Carlos is jealous of his friend Billy's new bicycle and desperately wants a new one of his own for his upcoming birthday.

Describes the history, government, industries, schools, society, culture, and westward expansion during the first fifty years of United States independence.

Describes the daily lives of American pioneers who explored and settled the territories west of the Appalachians.

Describes the industries, schools, society, culture, and growth of the coastal settlements during the colonial period.

The author-artist relates his observations on the habits of the backyard chipmunks he encouraged to become pets.