Describes some of the well-known as well as the lesser-known details of Paul Revere's life and exciting ride.

A brief biography of Patrick Henry tracing his progress from planter to statesman.

Discusses the voyages of Christopher Columbus who determined to beat everyone in the race to the Indies.

During the Revolution, Phoebe Fraunces has a chance to save the life of General George Washington while he has dinner at Mortier House in New York City.

A collection of stories and poems having snow as a common theme, with some recipes, handicraft, and a bibliography.

A retelling of the Slavic fairy tale in which the Month Brothers' magic helps Little Sister fulfill seemingly impossible tasks which prove the undoing of her greedy stepmother and stepsister.

A young girl in colonial Maine manages to catch a bear in an unusual way.