(3) K-3 Illustrated by Ronald Himler. In measured prose, the Adlers recount Adams's life, particularly his contributions to the American Revolution, from an early involvement in politics through organizing groups such as the Sons of Liberty, the Stamp Act Congress, the Boston Tea Party, and the Second Continental Congress, where he signed the Declaration of Independence. Art in subdued tones illustrates the text. Source notes, timeline, websites. Bib.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) YA Oxford Portraits series. This in-depth biography discusses not only Adams's life, from his birth in Boston in 1722 until his death eighty-one years later, but also the events leading up to the American Revolution and his significant role in bringing it about. Period reproductions and several of Adams's writings help break up the dense text. Reading list, timeline. Ind.

Reviewer: Jeannine M. Chapman