Ruffin, Frances E

Provides an easy-to-read introduction to the life of cats and their habitat.

A biography of escaped slave and abolitionist, Frederick Douglass, that chronicles his early years as a slave in Maryland, escape to New York as a young man, and his fame as a public speaker on emancipation.

Examines some of the possible hazards that exist in kitchens, and offers suggestions that may prevent families from illness or injury.

A short biography of writer Sid Fleischman describing his childhood, early career as a magician, military service, and later literary accomplishments.

An introduction to Patricia MacLachlan, author of "Sarah, Plain and Tall," discussing her happy childhood, her parents' encouragement of her reading and imagination, her education, marriage and children, her decision to pursue a writing career, and her collaboration with her daughter Emily.

An introduction to Lois Lowry, author of "Number the Stars," discussing the exotic places she lived as the daughter of an army officer, her education, marriage and children, her decision to pursue a writing career, and the sources of her inspiration.

Simple text and photographs examine the history of St. Augustine, Florida, describing the early Spanish settlers as well as Native and African-Americans who lived there.

A short study of the importance of Ellis Island in New York Harbor and of the European immigrants who came through there between 1892 and 1924.

Presents an introduction to the Gateway Arch of St. Louis, Missouri, in simple text with illustrations, explaining its history, design, and how it was constructed.

Presents a children's book for early readers that describes the Lincoln Memorial, why and how it was built, and its location on the National Mall in Washington, DC.