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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Amelia Earhart takes off Amelia Earhart takes off Fern G. Brown Describes the life of the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic, from her adventurous girlhood to her mysterious disappearance during a flight around the world in 1937. OL3351997W
American Indian science American Indian science Fern G. Brown Describes efforts to document the enormous contribution made by early Native Americans to scientific knowledge. OL3351998W
Behind the scenes at the horse hospital Behind the scenes at the horse hospital Fern G. Brown Text and photographs present an account of life behind the scenes at the Illinois Equine Hospital. OL3352000W
Etiquette Etiquette Fern G. Brown Presents "new etiquette," which combines consideration for others with new ideas of honesty and sincerity, for use at home, at school, and in public. OL3352003W
Horses and foals Horses and foals Fern G. Brown An introduction, for beginning riders, to the physical characteristics of horses and foals, their care and training, and the history of the different breeds. OL3352007W
James A. Garfield, 20th President of the United States James A. Garfield, 20th President of the United States Fern G. Brown Presents the life of James A. Garfield, including his childhood, education, employment, and political career. OL3352009W
Jockey--or else! Jockey--or else! Fern G. Brown His summer experiences at Lakeside Horse Farm convince Benjy he will never be a jockey; therefore, he sets more realistic goals that will still involve him with horses. OL3352010W
Racing against the odds, Robyn C. Smith Racing against the odds, Robyn C. Smith Fern G. Brown A brief biography of Robyn Smith emphasizing her struggles to become a jockey and gain acceptance in the racing world. OL3352012W
Special Olympics Special Olympics Fern G. Brown Describes the history and organization of the Special Olympics and explains how athletes and volunteers can get involved. OL3352014W
Hereditary diseases Hereditary diseases Fern G. Brown Discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatment of inheritable diseases such as cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, Tay-Sachs, and diabetes and explores the field of genetic counseling. OL3352021W
Valentine's Day Valentine's Day Fern G. Brown Traces the legendary origins of the holiday celebrated in modern times as the special day of lovers, as well as the history since 1800 of the valentine card. Includes recipes and games for a valentin… OL3352022W