(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Christine Joy Pratt. This is an engaging look at female pirates throughout history, many of whom disguised themselves as men and committed crimes as dastardly as their male counterparts. Yolen acknowledges that a number of the stories may be exaggerated or even invented; sidebars add supporting facts and points of interest. Handsome scratchboard illustrations enhance the presentation. Websites. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Hannah Rodgers Barnaby

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Christine Joy Pratt. Thirteen abstractions, ranging from liberty to creative spirit, are defined on double-page spreads providing four examples. Hardship, for example, features Jamestown, Valley Forge, Manzanar, and Clara Barton. Though somewhat random, the selections are nicely diverse. A helpful timeline and a map of all the entries conclude the volume, which is illustrated with childlike figures in scratchboard and watercolor. Reading list.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian