Books in Wild America series

Tanya Stone

Many different animals make their homes in the Northeast. Some animals, such as red foxes, cottontails, black bears, moose, and lobsters are especially well known in this region.

Along the Pacific Coast of North America is one of the world's richest biomes. Here, ancient trees cloaked in moss and shrouded in fog house rare spotted owls, gliding squirrels, and giant woodpeckers.

Traces the history of American railroading, focusing on the building of the transcontinental railroad and the daily life and hardships of the construction workers

Describes the missions built in America by the Spanish and examines their political, military, and religious significance.

Traces the battles waged by various North American Indian tribes and leaders to defend their land and way of life from encroaching white settlers, soldiers, and hunters

Many unique animals live in this region. Roadrunners, armadillos, coyotes, rattlesnakes, and tarantulas all make their homes here. These animals and more add to the richness and beauty of the Southwest.

Traces the lives of some of the Old West's most colorful lawmen and desperados, including Wild Bill Hickok, Billy the Kid, and John Wesley Hardin

Examines the reasons for the westward migration of the nineteenth century and chronicles the experiences of the men and women who traveled to the vast western areas of North America and established farms, ranches, towns, and cities.

Many different animals make their homes in the Midwest. Some animals, such as snow geese, badgers, red foxes, painted turtles, gray wolves, and cardinals are especially well known in this region.

Alaska is teeming with wildlife! Many different animals make their homes here. But when people think of this region, they often think of salmon, moose, or caribou. These are just some of the unique animals found in Alaska.

The Hawaiian Islands are home to a variety of animals, including many that are endangered. Read about humpback whales, green sea turtles, hoary bats, stilt birds, tree snails, and more!