Introduces aspects of American life from the colonial period to the present. Suggests such activities as handicrafts projects, genealogy searches and games.

INCLUDES INDEX.

Chapter 1American Heritage -- Genealogy 26 -- Chapter 2 American Know-How -- Living American 40 -- Chapter 3 American Homes -- Home Sweet Home 66 -- Chapter 4 American Backyards and Gardens -- Backyard Fun 96 -- Chapter 5 American Fashion -- Fashion: Plain and Fancy 130 -- Chapter 6 Eating in America -- American Diet 148 -- Chapter 7 American School Days -- Three R'S 182 -- Chapter 8 Made in America -- Understanding Art 202 -- Modern Art 211 -- Arts and Crafts 223 -- Chapter 9 Toys, Puzzles, Play-Pretties, and Games -- Playthings 238 -- Chapter 10 Saturday Night -- Circus 292 -- Making Music 314 -- At Home 332 -- Chapter 11 Land of Opportunity -- American Freedom 354 -- Going into Business 386.