1) The Atlas of the Ancient World. The dramatic unfolding of great culture including Persia, Greece, Rome, Egypt, China and the Americas. The rise and fall of empires charted in maps. The events that changed the course of history (Margaret Oliphant, 1992). Call number PC01

2) Homes Around the World. Large text and large color photos explore the many different homes from locations such as large cities, the tropics, the arctic, and desert dwellings. It shows simple homes, mansions and shacks (Bobbie Kalman, 1994). Call number PC18

3) Identifying American Architecture; A Pictorial Guide to Styles and Terms, 1600-1945. A guide providing photographic illustrations of buildings, architecture details, elements and forms to enable users to make visual associations and to begin to recognize styles and elements (John J. Blumenson, 1995). Call number PC03

4) Frank Lloyd Wright for Kids. Both a biography and an activity book. Kids can link Wright's life to his vision as they experience the vision themselves, tap their own creativity and have a wonderful time (Kathleen Thorne-Thomsen, 1994). ages 8 and up. Call number PC02

5) Patterns in Practice, Selections from the Journal of Museum Education. A reflection of the maturation of the museum profession and education. This book reports on its evolution and reminds us of its diversity. Introspective essays challenge us to reexamine the goals, attitudes, work and audiences of museums.The authors encourage us to rethink the philosophies and take a fresh look at the important work done in museums (Museum Education Roundtable, 1992). 2 copies available. Call number PC04

6) Illinois History Teacher: The Frontier in Illinois History. Volume Six. Call number PC39

Eyewitness Books by Alfred A. Knopf
This series is like a mini-museum between the covers of a book and includes many full color photographs and drawings.

7) Money. Discover the story of money - its history, its meaning, and its many forms around the world (1990) Call number PC60

8) Flag. Discover the story of flags and banners , their history, their meaning and how they are used. (1989) Call number PC59

9) Costume. Discover the history and meaning of clothing - from loincloths to buckskins to the ever-changing fashions of today. (1992) Call number PC58

10) Battle. Discover the history of battles - from the hand-to-hand combat of the ancient Assyrians to the artillery action of World War One. (1995) Call number PC57

11) Music. Discover how music is made in close-up - from the most primitive to the most modern instruments. (1989) Call number PC61

NATIVE AMERICAN TOPICS

12) Cities in the Sand, The Ancient Civilizations of the Southwest. Explores the many archaeological ruins that are scattered across the southwestern United States. The book includes interactive questions, an overview of the science of archaeology, visual graphs, and a glossary. Find a list of the national parks and monuments where these ruins can be found (Scott S. Warren, 1992).
ages 9 and up. Call number PC14

13) Desert Dwellers, Native People of the American Southwest. Explores the indigenous people of the southwestern United States offering a captive glimpse of the ancient Native American cultures that thrive today. Looks at the traditions, beliefs, customs, and histories of some of the world's oldest and most colorful cultures (Scott S. Warren, 1997). ages 8-12. Call number PC15

14) Following the Sun and the Moon, Hopi Kachina Tradition. A presentation of the Hopi Kachina religious ceremonies from a Hopi's point of view, including and overview of the Hopi ceremonial year, discussions of the individual ceremonies, and the role of the kachina spirits and dolls within the tradition (Alph H. Secakuku, 1995). Call number PC05

15) Native American Art, Masterpieces. Forty-eight color reproductions, each accompanied by an essay exploring the art's cultural, historical, and ceremonial significance, reveal the deeply rooted traditions and innovative craftsmanship of the Native American aesthetic (David W. Penney, 1996). Call number PC06

16) Navajo Jewelry, A Legacy of Silver and Stone. An informal guide to collecting or in simply learning more about an art form that has fascinated many for years. Learn how the modern world and Navajo tradition are blended together into beautiful works of art (Lois Essary Jacka, 1995). Call number PC16

17) Southwestern Pottery, Anasazi to Zuni. An art, history and reference book that is fun to read and beautiful to look at. Shows more than eleven hundred pots in color photographs. It traces the art from its beginnings almost two thousand years ago to the present (Allan Hayes and John Blom, 1996). Call number PC12

18) Treasures of the Hopi. A showcase of nearly six hundred items, from classics to modern innovations, from the affordable to the rare, in beautiful color photographs. Covers jewelry, kachinas, baskets, plaques, pottery, paintings, and new crafts (Theda Bassman, 1997). Call number PC08

19) Treasure of the Navajo. A showcase of nearly five hundred new and classic objects, complete with sections on jewelry, baskets, pottery, rugs and sandpaintings. An indispensable companion as you venture into the exciting world of Navajo creations (Theda Bassman, 1997). Call number PC09

20) Treasures of the Zuni. Outlines the history of the tribe, its arts, describes how the artists make their wares and gives you tips on what new collectors should look for (Theda Bassman, 1996). Call number PC10

21) Indian Handcrafts. Reproduce authentic Indian objects by following the clear, step-by-step instructions in this illustrated book. Includes an explanation of how each object evolved, how it was used and what tools and materials you need to recreate it ( C. Keith Wilbur, 1990). Call number PC07

22) More Than Moccasins. A kid's activity guide to traditional North American Indian life. More than 100 illustrated crafts and activities that encourage kids to have fun while learning Native American life and values (Laurie Carlson, 1994). Call number PC13

Eyewitness Books by Alfred A. Knopf
This series is like a mini-museum between the covers of a book and includes many full color photographs and drawings.

23) North American Indian. Discover the rich cultures of Native Americans - from the Pueblo-dwellers of the Southwest to the whale hunters of the frozen North. Includes many full color photos and maps. (1995) Call number PC11

EXPLORING HISTORY

The Nearby History Series. A guide in investigating the complete history of the immediate environment: the community, family, institutions, and cultural artifacts. Nearby History encompasses the entire range of research possibilities in the world close at hand. Find out how to see published, unpublished, visual and material records, collect information through interviews, use photographs, documents and objects, and connect the individual investigations with broader historical issues.

24) Nearby History: Exploring the Past Around You. Brings together historical studies of the family, the community, and material culture (D. E. Kyvig and M. A. Marty,1982). Call number PC40

25) Local Schools: Exploring Their History. Guides you through questions to ask about educational experiences in your community and toward the places to look for the answers. The changes in the age and appearance of local schools tells us a great deal about the changes in the size and demography of you community (D. E. Kyvig and M. A. Marty,1986). Volume 1 Call number PC41

26) Houses and Homes: Exploring Their History. Provides historians and home owners with research techniques and a historical framework to help them compose a house history. The author covers American housing patterns, characteristics, construction techniques and materials, household technology and family life styles (B. J. Howe and E. L. Kemp, 1987). Volume 2 Call number PC42

27) Public Places: Exploring Their History. A guide that explorers the ways in which monuments, public buildings, town plans, streets and open spaces have played important roles in the development of every community (Gerald A. Danzer, 1997). Volume 3 Call number PC43

28) Places of Worship: Exploring Their History. Offers the insights of an experiences historian of American religion. Includes illustrations of a wide diversity of congregations (J. P. Wind, 1990). Volume 4 Call number PC44

29) Local Businesses: Exploring Their History. Discusses certain questions and issues that must be considered if a business history is to fulfill its potential. Includes the types of materials needed in order to achieve worthwhile results (K. A. Kerr, A. J. Loveday, and M.G. Blackford, 1990).Volume 5 Call number PC45

30) Oral History, An Interdisciplinary Anthology. A collection of classic articles by some of the best known proponents of oral history, demonstrating the basics of oral history, while also acting as a guidebook for how to use it in research (David K Dunaway and Willa K. Baum, 1996). Call number PC48

31) The Pursuit of Local History; Readings on Theory and Practice. Discover the roles local historians play, find out what the experts see as the values of local history while exploring their theories and see how local history has been practiced by those who have dedicated their lives to its study, and then watch the history of your own community unfold (Carol Kammen, 1996). Call number PC47

32) The Passionate Fact, Storytelling in Natural History and Cultural Interpretation. A nationally known storyteller shows you how to make ordinary information and scientific facts come alive in story form (Susan Strauss, 1996). Call number PC46

33) Atlas of American Diversity. Visually captures the racial and ethnic variety of contemporary America. Through the use of over 200 maps and charts, the atlas tells the story of dozen of these groups (Larry Hajime Shinagawa and Michael Jang, 1997). Call number PC51

34) Recording Oral History. This volume offers a practical guide to the methods of oral history. This volume, also, extensively covers the ethnical and legal issues involved in conducting life history interviews and elaborates on three different types of oral history projects: community studies, biographies,and family histories (Valerie Raleigh Yow, 1994). 6 copies. Call number PC49


WORLD CULTURES

35) Peoples of the Earth: Volume 1 Australia and Melanesia, including New Guinea. Study the people of Australia, Melanesia, and surrounding countries by way of photos and text (1972). Call number PC17

Eyewitness Books by Alfred A. Knopf
This series is like a mini-museum between the covers of a book and includes many full color photographs anddrawings.

36) Aztec, Inca and Maya. Discover the mystery world of these ancient people, their beliefs, rituals and fascinating civilizations. (1993) Call number PC20

37) Africa. Discover the traditional lifestyles, beliefs, skills, and crafts of the people of this ancient continent. (1995) Call number PC19

The Lands, Peoples, and Cultures Series, (Bobbie Kalman).

38) China, the culture. A new pride in culture includes inventions, arts, cuisine, beliefs, festivals and games (1989). Call number PC21

39) China, the land. The land of China's many faces, their history to their new way of life, the food and fishing, the beautiful cities, and the Great Wall and many other wonders (1989). Call number PC22

40) China, the people. A population of one billion creates many different avenues of study. Learn about family life, the different kinds of homes, their language, schools, businesses, leisure and sports (1989). Call number PC23

41) India, the culture. Distinctly Indian!! Discover their religion, art, festivals, weddings and everyday crafts (1990). Call number PC24

42) India, the land. India has a wide variety of landscapes including the mountains, valleys, deserts, and the tropics. From the land to the sea, discover their industries, bazaars, transportation, and wildlife (1990). Call number PC25

43) India, the people. Uncover the many faces of India, their ancient history, the family life and homes, the cities and villages, the occupational and social problems and their education (1990). Call number PC26

44) Japan, the culture. Celebrate the past and the future with festivals throughout the year. Find the treasures of Japan, their religion, tea ceremonies and fine arts (1989). Call number PC27

45) Japan, the land. A land of many islands, earthquakes and volcanoes. Japan today is full of industry, farming, and a busy city lifestyle (1989). Call number PC28

46) Japan, the people. Encounter the people of Japan, celebrate their marriages, and discover their tasty meals. Learn about their education and their language (1989). Call number PC29

47) Mexico, the culture. Discover the ancient Mayan culture, the Aztec heritage and the Spanish influence in their arts and crafts., music, literature and the food (1993). Call number PC30

48) Mexico, the land. The land of Mexico, the struggle for a nation. Read about the regions of Mexico, their earthquakes, volcanoes, agriculture, transportation, wildlife and the environment (1993). Call number PC31
49) Mexico, the people. Population Explosion! Uncover facts about the family life, clothes, religion, farm, village and city life, and their future (1993). Call number PC32

50) Peru, the land. Exciting Peru! Its land, natural resources, harvest, agriculture, weaving, transportation and natural wonders (1994). Call number PC34

51) Peru, the people and culture. An artistic heritage, the Inca empire, homes, religion, dance, Peruvian clothing, and rural life (1994). Call number PC33

52) Tibet. Tibet - a part of China? Its the roof of the world, a land of devotion, and the changing faces of Lhasa. Meet the shaggy yaks and the hardy nomads (1990). Call numbr PC35

53) Vietnam, the culture. Yesterday and today - their music, theater, architecture, beliefs, and festivals. Discover a monk's life (1996). Call number PC36

54) Vietnam, the land. North to south, a diverse land. A changing Vietnam encounters different climates, new cities, and new businesses (1996). Call number PC37

55) Vietnam, the people. In this changing nation, there are a variety of homes, people of the hills, on the river and in the cities. The children learn written and spoken languages and look towards the future (1996). Call number PC38

AMERICAN HISTORY/EARLY SETTLERS

Illustrated Living History Series. Each of his books is contributed to a neglected area of American history. The author is an accomplished historian and illustrator, bringing to life history (C. Keith Wilbur).
for children as well as adults

56) Tall Ships of the World. An Illustrated Encyclopedia which chronicles the 150-years history of the tall ships, those incredible sailing vessels. Includes a fully-revised listing of American maritime museums, a listing of the world's sail-training associations, and the origins of familiar nautical terms (1986). Call number PC52

57) Early Explorers of North America. Full of little-known facts and theories of the era. Contains high adventure, fear of the unknown and humorous incidents (1989). Call number PC53

58) The Revolutionary Soldier, 1775-1783. Presents an engaging profile of the man who lived, worked, fought and won a nation's freedom more than two centuries ago. A full index guide to where illustrated relics may be found (1969). Call number PC54

59) Revolutionary Medicine, 1700-1800. Learn the eye-opening beginnings of modern American medicine. Read the struggles, strategies and odd treatments against disease during the Revolutionary War (1980). Call number PC55

60) Home Building and Woodworking in Colonial America. Discover the tools and technology used by colonists to build homes that stand the test of time. Illustrated source book of seventeenth and eighteenth century construction (1992). Call number PC56

61) The Pioneers. A short story accounting the travels of the explorers across the frontier on the Oregon Trail. The pioneers faced many obstacles including the weather, indians, rivers, and the mountains (Marie and Douglas Gorsline, 1978). Call number PC50

Historic Communities Series, (Bobbie Kalman).
for ages 6-14

62) Visiting a Village. When you visit an historic site, use all of your senses to get as much from your visit as possible. Smell the sweet aroma of bread baking in a hot oven. Touch the coarse wool that is being spun into yarn. Taste some old-fashioned candy at the general store. Listen to the sounds in the blacksmith shop. Imagine that you are part of this old way of life, and remember to ask plenty of questions (1990). Call number PC82

63) Customs and Traditions. Learn Community customs, how settlers predicted the weather, the traditions of holidays, courtship, marriage, and babies. Explore the activities and the odds 'n ends of everyday life (1994). Call number PC68

64) Settler Sayings. Examine the "Say what you mean" philosophy of the settlers in the kitchen, on the farm, in the mill, at inns and during travel. Learn early medical terms and extinct expressions (1994). Call number PC76

65) Colonial Life. Learn who were the first colonists, the newcomers, and other settlements or towns. Follow a child's day, the clothing fashions, travel, work and fun. Read stories and songs from Africa (1992). Call number PC66

66) A Colonial Town, Williamsburg. Discover how Williamsburg was born and view a map of the historic area. Explore the governor's palace, public buildings, churches, the college, the apothecary, windmills and many more (1992). Call number PC64

67) Colonial Crafts. Learn from true craftsmen such as leatherworkers, cabinetmakers, copper and silversmiths, gunsmiths, wigmaker and many home builders (1992). Call number PC65

68) The Kitchen. The heart of the home is the most important room. Explore cooking over the fire, homemade breads, making butter, kitchen utensils, preserving foods and many kitchen facts (1990). Call number PC79

69) In the Barn. Barns of the pioneers, both inside and around the barnyard. Read about the tools and gadgets, chores, and fun activities through the seasons (1997). Call number PC72

70) The Gristmill. The story of wheat, from getting the grain to the mill, to the daily bread. Discover the building of the mill, how it operates, and the problems encountered along the way (1990). Call number PC78

71) Fort Life. Life in the barracks. An explanation of the early forts, the officer's quarters, the guarding of the fort, the food, music, and much more (1994). Call number PC69

72) Life on a Plantation. Find out what goes on around a plantation, the jobs, workers, slave trades, and slave communities and their fight for freedom (1997). Call number PC73

73) The General Store. The hub of village life. Come on in and view the family business, what is for sale at the store, how to keep track of trading,the post office, the its link to the outside world (1997). Call number PC77

74) A One-Room School. Learn all about the schoolhouse; the teacher's rules, what supplies the students' needed, their daily routine, and the dreaded punishments (1994). Call number PC63

75) The Victorian Home. Come into the parlor and view the victorian era. Discover the servants quarters, the dining room, the bed chambers, and other items found in the mansions of the wealthy (1997). Call number PC80

76) Old-Time Toys. Explore the toys from years ago; blocks, dolls and dollhouses, action books, board games and thaumatropes (1995). Call number PC74
77) Tools and Gadgets. Discover the useful objects from another time. In the general store; home and food gadgets. At the farm; giant tools for wood and metal working. The printing shop and at the doctor's office (1992).

78) Children's Clothing of the 1800s. Learn about the clothes of the past, from everyday to every season. Read how they cared for the clothes and recycled them (1995). Call number PC67

79) 18th Century Clothing. Investigate the new world fashions; working clothes and accessories, women's fashions and underclothing, shoes, wigs and masks (1993). Call number PC83

80) 19th Century Clothing. Examine pioneering fashions; what men and women wore for work and play, footwear, hats, sportswear, and children's clothes (1993). Call number PC85

81) 19th Century Girls and Women. Discover the different roles of the pioneer girls and women, from their education, leisure time, marriage, childbirth, and employment (1997). Call number PC84

82) A Child's Day. A child's day is full and very often busy with chores, school, dinner time. Enjoy the simple toys, birthday parties, the country fair and a trip to town (1994). Call number PC62

83) Games from Long Ago. Call number PC70

84) Home Crafts. Call number PC71

85) Pionerr Projects. Call number PC75

The Early Settlers Series, (Bobbie Kalman)

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