History The near infinite hopes of the Donner party were matched only by the agonies they suffered on their journey from Illinois to California. Marion Calabro does a competent job of telling their compelling tale. Historical photos and depictions add a human touch to the grisly tale. Activities Twenty-one creative writing and art projects designed to stimulate personal growth make this book an excellent teacher's resource for grades five through eight. Well thought out lesson plans help you get to know your students.
Art supplies needed are available at little or no cost.
Kaiulani, Princess of Hawaii, History, Biography, Hawaii Hawaiian Princess Ka'iulani's short and tragic life echoes the swift and tragic demise of the Hawaiian nation. As a young princess she was able to impress the world with her courage, intelligence, and beauty, yet she was unable to win independence for Hawaii. It was a sorrow that haunted her until her death at age twenty-three. Sharon Linnea's book is an educational undertaking for a pre-teen. It is a serious attempt to explain the history of the Hawaiian Islands, their peoples, and their vanishing culture.