Britton, Tamara L.

This biography introduces young readers to the life of Richard Nixon, beginning with his childhood in Whittier, California. Nixon's education at Whittier College and Duke University and his early career as a lawyer are discussed. In addition, his family and personal life, as well as his retirement years an elder statesman is highlighted.

Desribes Angel Island, California, including its location and historical and symbolic importance.

Provides an overview of the history, land, plants and animals, people, economy, cities, transportation, government, holidays and festivals, and sports and culture of Denmark, and includes a glossary, Web site resources for more information, a time line, and an index.

Desribes the geological formation and national monument in Wyoming known as Devils Tower and its historical and symbolic significance.

Desribes rise of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and its achievements in space flight.

Explores the history of the Pennsylvania State House, later called Independence Hall, where the Declaration of Independence and Articles of Confederation were adopted and the Constitution was signed.

An introduction to the history and museums of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C.

Provides an overview of the history, land, plants and animals, people, economy, cities, transportation, government, holidays and festivals, and sports and culture of New Zealand, and includes a glossary, Web site resources for more information, a time line, and an index.

Describes the design, construction, history, and renovation of the Pentagon, the headquarters of the Department of Defense, as well as the terrorist attack on it on September 11, 2001.

This book provides a brief biography of the thirty-fourth president of the United States and includes a special section about the branches of government, the Electoral College, the qualifications for office, the line of succession, and more.