Thomas Yezerski

The history of the Meadowlands, from its pristine state, to its gradual transformation by European settlers, to the pollution caused by industrialization, and the changes brought by environmental organizations striving to protect it.

Three sisters, who compete constantly to see who is the smartest, fastest, or prettiest, vie for the Queen of the World crown, awarded to the sister who makes the best birthday gift for Mom.

Pinch and Dash's disagreement over the use of pepper and hot sauce in their soup ends up spoiling the meal.

Although accustomed to celebrating nearly all the holidays on the calendar, the Maple Street neighbors are surprised by the newly-moved-in Mrs. Muddle's definition of a holiday.

Together, two good friends figure out how to prepare for the possibility of rain, how to celebrate un-birthdays, and what to do with worries.

Four stories about Mimmy, who is six, and her four-year-old sister Sophie; their momma, poppa, and grandparents, who emigrated from Russia; and their Brooklyn neighborhood during the Depression.