Books with author Pamela Jain Dell

Waging war involves more than just the soldiers on the front line, it take an entire nation. Many women in the U.S. played a pivotal role in the war effort and entered the work force to fill the spots left vacant by the men at war. Rosie the Riveter became a rallying cry for women starting in World War II and continues on to this day.

These wild, spirited horses have long inspired authors, photographers, and illustrators alike. Learn more about mustangs, from their origins to their current locations, in this fascinating book.

Do all Appaloosas look alike? Where did Appaloosas come from? Learn all about these beautiful, spotted horses inside.

Which shaggy little horse rarely grows beyond 45 inches high? It's the Shetland pony, and you'll learn lots more about this smart, strong animal inside.

How did quarter horses get their name? What sorts of jobs do quarter horses do? Learn tons more about these popular and dependable horses in this book.

How are Arabians different than other horses? Where did the first Arabian horses come from? Learn all about these fascinating and powerful creatures inside.

The bell rings as the gates burst open--a number of gleaming, panting horses speed out. What are these beautiful animals? They're thoroughbreds, and you'll learn all about them inside!

Susie King Taylor, born a slave in 1848, would learn to read at secret schools and go on to teach countless others to read and write. Follow the course of the Civil War in her own words as she remembers her work as a nurse and teacher with an Army troop of African-American soldiers.

The Soviet Night Witches flew over 30,000 missions in planes made of almost nothing more than plywood and canvas. Learn more about the origin of the Night Witches and the amazing women who flew these missions and were indispensable to the war effort in WWII.

The mighty Humvee, the stealthy Ohio class submarine, and the speeding B2 bomber. These vehicles and many more use the principles of science to keep the military on the move. But how? Find the answers when you read about the military's incredible mixture of science and technology.

Say hello to spiders, scorpions, mites, and ticks! Arachnids is a colorful photo-filled animal-science reference book for young readers and browsers. Not only will kids discover basic topics such as habitat, anatomy, and diet, but they'll also be treated to fun topics such as arachnids in mythology and art―all written in a clear, concise way.

This colorful story of Manhattan's Lower East Side is told from the point of view of Dimitri, a young Russian Jew newly settled in the neighborhood. Readers learn about the city during the early twentieth century, about the Russian immigrants and how they adjusted to America, and about a boy's devotion to his brother.