Josephson, Judith Pinkerton

Provides an overview of the Trail of Tears, describing the events that forced the Cherokees westward to a new territory in Oklahoma, the hardships they experienced along the their thousand-mile journey, and what they found upon their arrival.

Presents the history of umbrellas and includes an explanation of how they work, how they came to be, and how their purpose and popularity have changed over time.

Provides an overview of the Trail of Tears, describing the events that forced the Cherokees westward to a new territory in Oklahoma, the hardships they experienced along the their thousand-mile journey, and what they found upon their arrival.

Presents the stories of people who were children and teenagers during World War II in which they describe what it was like to live in the United States during the war years, from 1941 to 1945.

Provides an overview of the Battle of Little Bighorn, discussing why it happened and who played important roles in the conflict.

A brief biography of African-American jazz great Louis Armstrong that chronicles his childhood in New Orleans, family and early influences, and how he changed the world of jazz.

An introduction to the life and work of Walt Disney, the man who created Mickey Mouse and Disneyland.

Offers a brief profile of the life of anti-apartheid activist and former president of South Africa Nelson Mandela.

A biography of Mary Harris Jones, the union organizer who worked tirelessly for the rights of workers.

Profiles the life of Nikki Giovanni, from her childhood in Knoxville and Cincinnati to her career as an out-spoken, influential, award-winning poet.