Books published by publisher Heinemann/Raintree

Describes ancient Mesopotamia, now located in present-day Iraq, and traces its history, technological innovations, people, and culture from 10,000 to 539 B.C.

A counting book which features various holidays that use candles as part of their celebration.

Offers information on materials and techniques for making papier-mãachâe, and suggest a variety of projects inspired by decorative and useful objects from around the world.

Book by Ring, Susan, Miller-Schroeder, Patricia

Annie learns about how helicopters work when she helps her cousin Ed fix his so that she can fly it, in a story that is told in graphic novel format.

Discusses technological developments in Mayan culture, including developments in spinning, weaving, pottery, communications, and warfare

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Describes the life of the Indian activist who became the first woman Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation.

Shares the history and culture of the Menominee, including traditional stories and recipes; explains the relationship between the Menominee and settlers from Europe and the United States; and discusses modern life for the Menominee.

Describes the events leading up to the year-long 6,000-mile march undertaken by the Chinese Red Army in their mission to establish Communist power, and explains the outcome of the Communist victory.

Examines the backdrop of rivalry among world powers, the events that immediately preceded the first World War, the effects of the war itself, and its long term consequences

Explains how simple machines work and where they can be found in everyday objects and machines.