An easy-to-read biography of the colorful American general whose victory over the Redcoats at the Battle of New Orleans made him a national hero and aided in helping him become America's seventh President.
Brief, easy-to-read descriptions of the strange habits of some of the world's more unusual reptiles, including the tuatara, hognose snake, horned toad, basilisk, and Komodo Dragon.
Brief biographies of 9 youngsters who have achieved renown for unusual accomplishments. Included are an 8-year-old boy who set a new sit-up record, a 10 year-old girl who was the youngest person to fly an airplane solo, and a 12-year-old boy who worked as a stunt kid in the movies.
An easy-to-read history of the expedition which explored the unknown Louisiana Purchase territory and Pacific Northwest from St. Louis to the mouth of the Columbia River.
