Johnson, Linda Carlson

Tells the stories behind such well-known national symbols as the Liberty Bell, bald eagle, and Uncle Sam.

Examines the concept of patriotism, discussing its many forms, symbols, and meanings.

A biography of the nun who founded the Missionaries of Charity to work with the destitute and dying, and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.

A guide for teenagers to view divorce as the beginning of a different kind of family life, to understand what happens to parents in their lives, and to understand the feelings of everyone involved.

A guide for teenagers to view divorce as the beginning of a different kind of family life, to understand what happens to parents in their lives, and to understand the feelings of everyone involved.

Describes tropical rain forests and discusses different issues surrounding their destruction, including species extinction, land rights of tribal peoples, economic pressures of developing countries, and global warming.

A guide for teenagers to view divorce as the beginning of a different kind of family life, to understand what happens to parents in their lives, and to understand the feelings of everyone involved.

Helps teens to view divorce as the beginning of a different kind of family life and to understand the feelings that are involved for everyone.

Examines the meaning of responsibility.

Surveys the life and career of the African-American woman from Texas who became a lawyer, state legislator, and member of the United States Congress.