united states

An introduction to the great civil rights leader.

Madcap revisions of familiar fairy tales.

An illustrated biography of Alice Roosevelt Longworth that focuses on her experiences while her father was president of the United States.

Presents a brief biography of Amelia Earhart, the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, in simple text with illustrations, including information on her achievements, and how she disappeared during her attempt to become the first woman to fly around the world.

A true incident in the life of young Helen Keller in which she gets stuck in a storm and her teacher, Annie Sullivan, rescues her.

A biography of John Adams with emphasis on his role in the American Revolution.

Several children imagine what it would be like to run for U.S. president, thinking about the fun parts, such as appearing on T-shirts and bumper stickers, and the work, including studying the nation's problems and debating issues.

Recounts the life of the extraordinary lumberjack whose unusual size and strength brought him many fantastic adventures.

Describes some of Ben Franklin's many ideas and inventions, and looks at how they are still being used in the twenty-first century.

When Rachel makes latkes with her friend Mrs. Greenberg, the project turns out to be a very messy one.