Ernestine Giesecke

Take a guided tour through our national government. You'll learn about the powers of the executive, legislative and judicial branches of the United States government, find out how the U.S. Constitution was designed to protect the rights of the people, and learn about the powers the president has.

Describes how various plants adapt to life in the desert, including the prickly pear cactus, sagebrush, and Indian blanket.

Introduces the concept of government, exploring various types of systems, including democracy, communism, and socialism, and presenting international organizations such as the UN and NATO.

Describes the characteristics of small businesses, why many people find them attractive, and how to start and manage a small business.