Discusses the construction, history, and current status of the Gateway Arch in Saint Louis, Missouri, which is both a bridge across the Mississippi River and a memorial to the city's role in pioneer days.
The portrait of an extended African-American family in which the thirteen-year-old daughter strives to be grown-up while facing prejudice and school busing pressures outside of the family.
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.