L. Patricia Kite

A biography of the multi-faceted African-American woman, Maya Angelou, tracing her life from her childhood in the segrated South to her prominence as a well-known writer.

Follows seven dandelion seed parachutes which the wind blows into the air and which land in different circumstances as an example of the way in which a common plant regenerates.

An introduction to the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of raccoons.

Presents opposing viewpoints on the legendary Ark and Flood, discussing research done to prove one way or another if there is a historical basis to the "great mystery."

Describes the physical characteristics of the octopus, where it lives, and how it moves, eats, mates, and protects itself.