Edwards, Roberta

A retelling of the traditional tale in which five silly fishermen, unable to count properly, are convinced that one of their group has drowned.

An illustrated biography of Barack Obama that discusses his parents, childhood, education, work in Chicago, accomplishments throughout his political career, as well as his victorious 2008 presidential campaign against Senator John McCain.

Profiles the life of Barack Obama, discussing his parents, childhood, education, work in Chicago, keynote speech at the 2004 Democratic Convention, election to the U.S. Senate, and aspirations to become the first African-American president of the United States.

Presents an introduction to the life and accomplishments of the famous Italian Renaissance inventor and artist Leonardo da Vinci.

A brief overview of the life of the first president of the United States that discusses his childhood in Virginia, his military career, Mount Vernon, the Boston Tea Party, his death, and other related topics.

Describes the life of Michelle Obama, discussing her childhood in Chicago, education, career as a lawyer, marriage to Barack, and relationship with her children.

After a natural disaster, which resulted in the loss of his family, a baby hippo named Owen is taken to a zoo, where he and Mzee the tortoise form an unusual friendship.

An introduction to the life and family of Egyptian pharaoh, Tutankhamen.

Describes emperor penguins' physical characteristics, their habitat, and how adults care for their young.