Most Popular Books by Patricia A. Pingry

This title is suitable for children of ages 18 months to 5 years. President Reagan is emerging as perhaps one of the most popular US presidents of modern time, and this little story, of only about 200 words, tells his story in a way toddlers can understand. Here is Reagan as the lifeguard who saved over seventy people from drowning. Here is the Reagan who starred in the movies, once with Bonzo, the chimp. And here is the Reagan who, when he was shot, quipped `I forgot to duck`.

This title is intended for age`s toddler and upwards. Only key moments of this three-day battle are mentioned and the emphasis is on the places and people. Artist Stephanie Britt has illustrated the book with bright colours. Central to the book is President Lincoln`s dedication of the national cemetery with words that echo today: Government of the people, by the people, and for the people will not perish from the earth.

This little book of only about 200 words introduces Rosa Parks, called the mother of the civil rights movement. Here is the story of her courageous decision to remain on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama, an action that resulted in her arrest and, ultimately, a victory for civil rights. The rich oil paintings by artist Steven Walker contribute to the tension of the moment and the understanding of Rosa Parks. Ages 2-5.

The focus of the story is the history-making event of December 1, 1955, when Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on the Cleveland Avenue bus.

Fewer than two hundred words tell the story of how Frances Scott Key observed the Battle of Baltimore in September 1814 and was so moved by the sight of the flag still flying at dawn that he wrote the poem that became our national anthem. Included in this little book are the words to the first verse of `The Star-Spangled Banner` along with the admonition that we should stand up, remove our hats, and place our hands over our hearts when this song is played. This book is for children of ages 4-8.

This little board book gently introduces young children to the meaning of Christmas, using only about 200 words. From the Annunciation by the angel, to the birth of Jesus, to the appearance of the angels to the shepherds, the events of the first Christmas are explained in simple words and illustrated with bright, colorful artwork. This book, here in a fresh size and updated design, is a new edition of an enduring Christmastime classic. Ages 2-5.

This little board book introduces young children to the story of how the words to our national anthem, 'The Star-Spangled Banner,' came to be written, when Francis Scott Key witnessed a battle in the war of 1812 and memorialized it in a moving poem. In addition, toddlers will learn basic 'flag manners.'

This board book, here in a fresh size and updated design, will be a wonderful addition to a family's library of patriotic and historical books -- and easy for little hands to grasp. Ages 2-5.