Presents a narrative description of the life of President Barack Obama, beginning with his childhood in Hawaii, his family, his education, and professional achievements.
Presents a reading of Sims Taback's Caldecott Medal book in which the accidental ingestion of a fly leads an old lady to swallow larger and larger animals, ending with a horse.
Describes the reemergence of the buffalo from near extinction in the United States and traces their history in connection with cowboys, Teddy Roosevelt, and the Native Americans of the plains.
Looks at the life of African-American gospel singer Mahalia Jackson, discussing her early years in New Orleans, her move to Chicago, and her work on behalf of civil rights.
"Using a wide variety of . . . photographs, author Kevin Kurtz poses thought-provoking questions to help readers determine if things are living or nonliving"--Provided by publisher.
The life of a ten-year-old boy in rural Virginia expands when he becomes friends with a newcomer who subsequently meets an untimely death trying to reach their hideaway, Terabithia, during a storm.
Chronicles the life of basketball star Michael Jordan, discussing his childhood, schooling, early basketball career, legendary years with the Chicago Bulls, retirement, and other related topics.
