Surveys the life of the singer, actress, and civil rights activist, describing her childhood, early years in vaudeville, and achievements as the first African American actress to be offered a studio contract.

This is an ordinary beaver. He may not be as mighty as a lion or as dangerous as a shark. He may be squat and brown. But never underestimate a beaver. I can almost hear you saying "but aren't beavers just lumpy rodents with buck teeth and funny flat tails?" Yes, they are! And believe it or not, those buck teeth and funny flat tails are just a few of the things that make beavers extraordinary. This first book in the humorous, informative, and highly...

Humorous yet practical advice for getting the most out of life--Dont forget to enjoy your wedding! Be a hugger! Sweatpants are bad for morale!--are paired with iconic images from the best-loved children's books of all time. Every grown-up can benefit from a Little Golden guide to life! The perfect gift for anyone who cherishes those sturdy little books with the shiney cardboard cover and gold-foil spine.