Laura S Jeffrey

"Discusses the selection, housing, diet, handling, grooming, and health of a new cat"--Provided by publisher.

Provides information on cats as pets, including how to choose among different breeds, find a cat to buy or adopt, and how to feed and keep a cat healthy.

"Discusses the selection, housing, diet, handling, grooming, and health of a new hamster, gerbil, guinea pig, rabbit, ferret, mouse, or rat"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses the selection, housing, diet, handling, grooming, and health of a new bird"--Provided by publisher.

Explains who to consult, where to go to pick the right dog, and how to keep them happy and healthy.

Explains how the blind read and write by using a system of raised dots created by Louis Braille and named after him.

Provides information on owning a horse, including how to choose among different breeds and how to groom, house, feed, and keep a horse healthy.

Explores the life and career of Barbara Jordan, from her childhood in Houston, through her distinguished career in public office, to her powerful influence as a speaker.

Profiles the life of Betty Shabazz, the widow of Malcolm X, discussing her life as the wife of the outspoken civil rights leader and her role in the civil rights movement after his death.