Kelley, True

Chronicles for young readers the life and work of artist Pablo Picasso. Includes illustrations, drawings of his work, and time-lines.

Presents a brief biography of Abigail Adams, discussing her role in the history of the United States, such as the fact that she was the wife of one president and became the mother of another.

"Where is Stonehenge? That's an easy question to answer. It sits on the Salisbury Plain in Southern England. But what is the meaning of these strange circles of stones? Was Stonehenge a religious site to honor the dead? Or a sacred place of healing? Or perhaps an astrological calendar? These are much harder questions to answer. However, in an engaging and easy-to-read account, True Kelley puts forth all theories--past as well as current ones--about Stonehenge and the people who four thousand years ago managed to build this amazing monument."--Provided by publisher.

Explores the history, the people, and the science behind the construction of Mount Rushmore.

Labeled illustrations present various kinds of tools and implements used in the kitchen, in the garden, in art class, at the office, and in other settings.

Swimmy meets a group of small fish who are scared to swim in the ocean. (1st work). While other mice are gathering food for the winter, Frederick sits on the stone wall. When the dreary weather comes and the food runs out, it's Frederick who saves the day. (2nd work). When Fish's friend, the tadpole, becomes a frog and leaves the pond to explore, Fish decides that maybe he doesn't have to remain in the pond either. (3rd work). Three selfish frogs bicker all day long. But a bad storm and a big brown toad help them realize that sharing is much more fun. (4th work). Unlike other crocodiles, Cornelius walks upright, does tricks, and sees things no other crocodile can. (5th work).

It's Christmas at the Mouses' where holiday havoc is a family tradition.

Lima Bean, a lovesick young rabbit, gets up the nerve to send her idol, Fuzzboom, a valentine.

Illustrated biography tells the life story of Roald Dahl, the famous author of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.".

Discusses the life and work of French impressionist painter Auguste Renoir; presented in the form of a child's school report.