What do giant squids, a possibly cursed diamond, dinosaur bones, and a man made of soap all have in common? These are some of the amazing artifacts at the Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History. Take a tour through the museum's collections. Engaging text, graphs, maps, and colorful images help readers discover the stories behind some of these treasured pieces of natural history.
"These attractive, easy-to-read volumes present several of the highlights of the respective museums. . . .Colorful photographs accompany the information and are bound to attract readers fascinated by unusual trivia. Elementary school browsers and report writers will gravitate toward this appealing take on U.S. history."
