Nation Studies: America

Written and illustrated by Steven Kellogg. The story follows the adventures of Sally Ann, a fearless and strong-willed woman who is said to be the wife of the famous frontiersman Davy Crockett. From the day she was born, Sally Ann announces that she can out-talk, out-grin, out-scream, out-swim, and out-run any baby in Kentucky, and her exploits only grow more impressive as she matures.

Written and illustrated by Steven Kellogg. The story follows the adventures of Pecos Bill, a boy who is raised by coyotes in the American West. The story begins with Pecos Bill as a baby when his family leaves New England for the American West. While crossing the Pecos River in Texas, baby Bill falls out of the wagon and is saved by a coyote who adopts him. Bill grows up with the coyotes, learning to eat, sleep, and howl like them. One day, a drifter convinces Bill that he is a Texan and should herd longhorn cattle. Bill becomes a legend after defeating a giant rattlesnake, taming a wild horse named Lightning, and teaching cowboys how to lasso a bull. He marries Slewfoot Sue, and during their wedding ceremony, Sue is bucked off Lightning and ends up in the sky. Pecos Bill lassos a tornado to rescue her, and they eventually land on his family's wagon, leading to a family reunion.

Written and illustrated by Steven Kellogg. The story of Mike Fink, a legendary figure known as the King of the Keelboatmen on the Mississippi River. The story begins with Mike as an infant, who runs away from home to join a group of acrobatic frogs, showcasing his adventurous spirit from a young age. As he grows, Mike becomes known for his incredible strength and skills, including wrestling with grizzly bears and outwitting the King of the Keelboatmen to become the strongest and toughest fighter.

Retold by Eric A. Kimmel and illustrated by Rosanne Litzinger. The story revolves around the daughter of a Tlingit tribal leader who rejects all her human suitors, declaring that she would rather marry a frog from the lake. One night, a handsome young man with slightly bulging eyes and long fingers appears at her door, and she follows him to a new life underwater with the Frog People. Her father, desperate to have her back, threatens the Frog People with war, eventually getting her back but only temporarily. The princess, however, is determined to return to her new life with the Frog People and her children.

Written and illustrated by Thomas Locker. The story follows two boys who develop a bond with a wild white mare brought home by their grandfather, who had purchased her to breed with their stallion. The narrative spans four seasons as the boys try to earn the mare's trust, and it is set in a picturesque landscape that reflects the changing seasons and light.

Written and illustrated by Thomas Locker. A story of a farm family who faces financial difficulties but eventually finds a way to keep their farm afloat by raising and selling pumpkins and flowers to supplement their corn and milk sales.

Written by Jay Williams and illustrated by Charles Mikolaycak. A children's picture book that retells the legendary tales of Maui, a young Hawaiian boy known for his remarkable deeds. The book is a collection of stories that highlight Maui's cleverness, bravery, and his impact on the lives of his fellow islanders.

The story follows a boy named Ralph who is persuaded by his Aunt Georgiana to charm a dangerous sea serpent by playing the bassoon. Ralph spends the summer with his aunt, learning to play the instrument and eventually using a secret weapon to save the day when the sea serpent eats his bassoon. Written and illustrated by Steven Kellogg.

The story retells the legendary Texas folk tale about Pecos Bill, a cowboy who is known for his extraordinary feats and inventions, such as cattle roping and lassoing. Written and illustrated by Steven Kellogg.

The story introduces Sally Ann as an extraordinary baby who, from birth, is more capable than any other child in Kentucky. She grows up to be a strong and adventurous woman who can outperform any male in her region, including wrestling bears and making a lasso out of six rattlesnakes. Written and illustrated by Steven Kellogg.