Tells the story of the cactus wren when it first came to the American Southwest and relates its adventures in a way which parallels the modern immigrant experience.

A twelve-year-old apprentice and a seven-year-old passenger experience the first voyage of the Mayflower.

The wisdom of peace and the absurdity of fighting are demonstrated in seventeen stories and poems by outstanding authors of today such as Jean Fritz, Milton Meltzer, and Nancy Willard, illustrated by famous illustrators such as Paul Zelinsky, the Dillons, and Maurice Sendak.

Retells the tale of the beautiful princess whose lips were red as blood, skin was white as snow, and hair was black as ebony.

A rabbit schemes to oust a porcupine from his house when living together strains their friendship.

Recounts the life of the extraordinary lumberjack whose unusual size and strength brought him many fantastic adventures.

A small, but clever young girl outwits a rich giant and wins all his gold.

Clarissa, a plain brown cow who allows herself to be pushed around by all the other animals on her Wisconsin farm, helps a group of lost domestic animals find their way to the fair and demonstrates that she is bright, brave, and creative. Includes factual information on Wisconsin, farm life, dairy products, and fairs.