This book discusses the early history of Polk County, Iowa. Resource can be used with the following standards to further develop lessons: 3rd grade SS 3.27 Immigration and Migration 4th grade SS 4.26 Changes to Agriculture SS-Econ. 9-12.24 Iowa Impact Upon Economy 8th grade SS 8.25 Iowa Government SS-US 9-12.23 Iowans Influence US History