The volumes selected for this annual annotated bibliography of children's books in the social studies: (1) are written primarily for children in grades K-8; (2) emphasize human relations; (3) present an original theme or fresh slant on a traditional topic; (4) are highly readable; and (5) have a pleasing format and, when appropriate, illustrations. Three reading levels--primary, intermediate, and advanced--are used. Books appear in the following categories: North American history, culture, and life; world history and cultures; biography; the examination of origins; rural and business life; environment; and folktales, myths, legends, fables, and stories. (DB)