A biography of the New World explorer who unsuccessfully sought gold in Florida and led the first expedition of white men across the Mississippi River.

A brief biography of the English explorer who traveled around the world and to the New World, and fought against the Spanish Armada.

Describes the work of archaeologists and discusses some significant archaeological finds in the old and new worlds and what they have revealed about man's progress and civilization through the ages.

Discusses the many problems that animals around the world face and what people are doing to help. A wall poster and a 24-page booklet of games and puzzles are included.

A pictorial introduction to the animals that lay eggs, including chickens as well as other birds, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, insects, and even a few mammals.

Presents unusual facts about a wide range of topics, including plants, animals, food, earth sciences, and computers.

Describes the experiences of travellers on safaris to remote areas in Botswana, Mongolia, and the Galapagos Islands, and along the Amazon River, and their observations of local customs, wild animals, and exotic scenery.