Las Animas - Bent County Library District

Traces the rise of the Incan civilization with emphasis on their culture, social structure, government, economy, and the fatal encounter with the Spanish conquistadors which brought about the end of their society.

A brief discussion of the meaning of the Bill of rights, the first ten amendments of the Constitution of the United States.

Describes the homes, culture, and way of life of the Anasazi, the Ancient Ones of the southwestern United States whose descendants became the Pueblos.

Presents a brief history of the Chippewa Indians describing their customs and traditions and how they are maintained in the modern world.

"This book covers the habits, physical features, reproduction, and life cycle of birds."--

Unlike most other planets, Venus can be seen from Earth's surface with the naked eye. Only the moon burns brighter in the night sky. Readers will learn why Venus's thick clouds help make the planet so hot and why its days last so long. They will also get an up-close look at Venus's remarkable land features and find out how scientists have studied the harsh surface of the planet.

"Introduces the reader to women's rights movement"--

Discusses the history of the Dinosaur National Monument and describes the park with suggestions for activities and points of interest in the area. Also provides basic information about dinosaurs and the formation of dinosaur fossils. Introduces the concept of paleontology.

Describes in simple text how the Indians of the sea coast, plains, deserts, swamps, and woodlands lived and how their way of life was influenced by the environment.

Examines the characteristics of simple plants that do not have seeds, including algae, fungi, lichen, mosses, and ferns, with a brief look at bacteria.