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The village of Arlington Heights--beginning with the diligence and
fortitude of William Dunton--is replete with stories of bitter
hardship and exalting triumph. Originally named Dunton after its
founder, the village's success was sealed by canny deal-making that
brought a railroad through the middle of town. As the state of
Illinois boomed, the village on the tracks flourished with
agriculture, industry, transportation and an expanding population.
From the influx of immigrants and industry to the resurrection of
the Arlington Park Racetrack, read the compelling history of a
small agricultural village's transformation into a thriving
commercial district and the unique way in which its small-town
charm and industrious spirit coexist.
The war news from Afghanistan and Iraq both fascinates and
frightens children. Here, in terms they can grasp, is a clear
description of the day-to-day experiences of those who are directly
involved, from the big issues to the small, everyday details. Who
are our enemies? Who are our friends? What kinds of weapons do our
soldiers use? What do they do when they're not fighting? Featured
are first-person accounts from soldiers in the field, their
families back home in the USA, and ordinary Afghans and Iraqis
caught in the crossfire.
-Straightforward questions and answers help to provide a concise
and clear background to each conflict. Also, a visual time-line
shows how events led up to the start of fighting, alongside
details, which show the impact of the war on the people of each
country.
-Looks at the everyday details of war, including the different jobs
of the military, the machines they use, their plans for rebuilding
cities and services, including schools and hospitals, and the daily
lives of local inhabitants.
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