Peter Malone

Tells the story of the Boston Tea Party of 1773 from the arrival of the ships full of controversial taxed tea in Boston Harbor, through the explosive protest meetings at the Old South Church, to the defiant act of dumping 226 chests of fine tea into the harbor on December 16.

The story of St. Francis of Assisi, who rejected his wealthy background to lead a life of poverty, good works, and kindness to animals.

"With both cunning and charm, [Cleopatra] beguiled two of the most famous men in history, entwining Egypt's destiny with Rome's. Many believed she was as sly as serpent. Or was she just smart?"--Dust jacket flap.

An introduction to the life of Mary I, who earned the name Bloody Mary after she adopted the habit of burning Protestants at the stake.

This is a perfect way to introduce young readers to the idea of a longitudinal study. It's also an irreverent and playful look at what funny fashion victims we humans have always been.