Presents a child's perspective on the Civil War covering industrialization in the North, agriculture and slavery in the South, and daily life in both areas.

Describes daily life in ancient Greece, discussing the home, clothing, food, families, education, and religion.

Discusses the lives of two children whose family settled on the frontier in what is now South Dakota, describing their home, clothes, food, and daily activities.

Discusses the social and economic climate of the Great Depression as it related to the life and daily activities of children.

Discusses the food, dress, schooling, games, housing, and culture of children in the ancient Mayan civilization.