Judith Janda Presnall

Sled dogs must love to run. Sled dogs must be strong. Sled dogs must obey commands. Sled dogs must get along with teammates. Puppy Yukon is the only girl in her litter, and she's got high energy. Could she be a leader in the sled dog team? Trainer Roberta works with the puppies. Yukon is faster and smarter than her brothers. Roberta thinks Yukon can help lead the team! Yukon continues to train with her team for two long years. Is she finally ready...

Describes how circuses got their start and what is happening under the big top today.

Discusses the prison on Alcatraz Island, California, otherwise known as "The Rock, " describing the cellhouse, the routine of prison life, inmates' leisure time, breaking prison rules, employee and family life, closing Alcatraz prison, and the island's future roles.

Intelligent Yukon, the only female in a litter of puppies, diligently trains with Roberta to become a sled dog and dreams of eventually being named her team's leader.

Discusses the types of pigeons used for carrying messages and their use in wartime.

Discusses the life of talk show host Oprah Winfrey, her early years, life in Baltimore and Chicago, the evolution of her television show, and her charity work.