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A Day No Pigs Would Die by Robert Newton Peck

Robert Newton Peck
Before following the links on Robert Newton Peck’s official Web site, study the portrait and the quotation at the top of the page. Consider why Peck might have chosen these images to be the first thing his viewers would encounter at his site. Then follow the links to learn more about the writer and his work.

Walker of Time by Helen Hughes Vick

Virtual Reality Native American Archaeology
Dennis Holloway, an architect in northern New Mexico, has created simulations of how Sinagua villages may have appeared. His re-creations are based on archaeological data and measurements. Keep this site in mind if you read Walker’s Journey Home, the sequel by Helen Hughes Vick.

Time Travel
Is time travel possible, and if so, how would someone go about building a time machine? Find out the answers on this NOVA Online site, which serves as a companion to the program "Time Travel." The site includes interviews with scientists, resources, and a broadcast transcript.

Tree by Leaf by Cynthia Voigt

Cynthia Voigt
Cynthia Voigt talks about her life and writings on this site hosted by the Educational Paperback Association.
 

Missing May by Cynthia Rylant

Cynthia Rylant
The author shares her thoughts on her background, family, and work on this site hosted by the Educational Paperback Association. The site also contains a short biography, selected works, suggested readings, and a bibliography.