A series of short articles pertaining to Iowa's history with an emphasis on people involved. Includes anecdotal stories from the author. Illustrated with photgraphs and drawings by the author. Title page contains a two-page spread map of Iowa illustrated with Hake-drawn icons symbolizing important sites in Iowa. Resource can be used with the following standards to further develop lessons: 1st grade SS 1.23 Cultural Makeup, 8th grade SS 8.25 Iowa Government, SS-Geo. 9-12.24 Iowans Influence Iowa Environment and SS-US 9-12.23 Iowans Influence US History.