Little Miss History Travels to La Brea Tar Pits and Museum

Let Little Miss History Tell You the Story!

From the Author

Ever wonder about life in the Ice Age? Little Miss HISTORY travels back in time to LA BREA TAR PITS & MUSEUM in her eighth adventure of the award winning “Little Miss HISTORY Travels to” children’s book series. Springs of liquid petroleum and a great lake of pitch, filled with exploding bubbles, once dotted the landscape of modern Los Angeles. At La Brea scientists discovered fossils of plants and animals like mammoths, sloths, and saber-tooth tigers that lived there thousands of years ago. The George C. Page Museum contains a glass-enclosed laboratory nicknamed the “Fish Bowl” where visitors can see scientists at work cleaning and categorizing current fossil discoveries. Visitors will discover wonders as they meander through the Pleistocene gardens, view an Ice Age film, and gaze down into the pits - but Be careful! Watch out for those tar seeps.

From Mrs.D.

Now more than ever, kids want to know about our country’s history. And what a story the Mojicas have created! Illustrator Victor Mojica captures both the breathtaking landscape and the flavor of California wildlife. I promise you—the colorful illustrations will dazzle history lovers, kids and adults alike, as soon as they open this beautifully illustrated book.

Barbara and Victor Mojica’s children’s history books are all visually lovely, no doubt about it. They are also incredibly informative. Their new book, “Little Miss History Travels to La Brea Tar Pits and Museum,” is filled with amazing images and interesting facts. It takes young readers back in time to see and learn what the state was like thousands years ago. It is a special reminder of the history, milestones, and special people who contributed their knowledge, work, wealth and lives to the state and museum. This book not only has fantastic illustrations, but also great content that educates about scientific discoveries, geology, and amazing people who funded this national landmark. I went through the book several times and had a great time traveling through time while learning about the tar pits, fossils and oil.

The illustrations have freshness and vibrancy that will not dim with time. The text is a refreshing change from so many of the books we see for kids these days. It is informative and intelligent, while remaining fun and engrossing for the independent young reader or listener.

Barbara Mojica does a wonderful job depicting scenes and capturing the feel of the historical places and facts. There are lots of people and landmarks to explore, and the details are fantastic!

This book is a wonderful, nostalgic tribute to the wonderful city of Los Angeles and the people who contribute to La Brea Tar Pits and National Museum. It allows readers to visit the amazing places and highlights, with illustrations sure to amuse. It is a book that kids will enjoy for many generations. The artwork is compelling and the story line is engaging. It’s a perfect gift for those who fall in love with history from an early age. And for parents who love to travel through the pages of a paper book with your child, it is a wonderful experience and provides quality time together. The book is packed with remarkable pictures and interesting details.

I would highly recommend the Little Miss History series as a travel guide for kids, because it does a great job of touching on all the facts and special places that we all should visit. A great way to introduce little people to the history of various landmarks!

Biography 

Barbara Ann Mojica is a historian and retired educator. She writes historical articles for the Columbia Insider under the banner "Passages." Using the whimsical Little Miss History character, Barbara hopes to inspire children to learn about historical people and places. Little Miss History's antics make reading nonfiction a fun-filled adventure for all ages.

Little Miss HISTORY Travels to MOUNT RUSHMORE is her first stop. In her second journey she sails to The STATUE of LIBERTY. Little Miss HISTORY'S third adventure to SEQUOIA National Park finds her skydiving into the park to explore its history. This book recently received honorable mention in the Children's Literature Independently Published Principal's Awards (CLIPPA), and runner-up in nature/wildlife category of the 2015 Great Northwest Book Festival. In her fourth adventure, Little Miss HISTORY arrives at FORD'S THEATER in her horse and buggy just in time for the 150th Anniversary to witness an event that changed history. This book won the 2015 IAN Award for Outstanding Children's Nonfiction Book.

Where can you explore life on a submarine, an aircraft carrier, and outer space all in one place? At the INTREPID Sea, Air & Space Museum, visitors can watch war movies, view actual WW II planes, and explore the Growler nuclear submarine. The USS Intrepid served: in WW II, the Vietnam War, during the height of the Cold, and as FBI headquarters for the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. Read more about this one ship's amazing history, and the sacrifices of those who served on her, to keep the USA safe and free!

ALL Seven BOOKS IN THE LITTLE MISS HISTORY SERIES HAVE BEEN AWARDED THE PRESTIGIOUS B.R.A.G. MEDALLION.

THE LITTLE MISS HISTORY BOOK SERIES IS A FINALIST FOR THE GRAND PRIZE IN THE 2016 ERIC HOFFER AWARDS.

LITTLE MISS HISTORY TRAVELS TO MOUNT RUSHMORE WON HONORABLE MENTION IN THE CHILDREN'S CATEGORY OF THE 2016 ERIC HOFFER AWARDS.

A journey begins with leaving one place and venturing forth toward a new one. Millions of immigrants left their homelands in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries to seek the promise of a better future in America. Why did they abandon their homeland? Some fled from political oppression or slavery, others sought work or the possibility of acquiring land to farm. Those who entered the Great Hall on Ellis Island did so with fear in their hearts and hope in their eyes.

Come follow Little Miss HISTORY Travels to ELLIS ISLAND and explore their dreams and experiences as they passed through the gates. Perhaps you will see one of your ancestors reflected in their eyes. For most immigrants the end of their transatlantic voyage was a new beginning, for others it became “An Island of Tears.”

George Washington is best known as America's first president, but he was also a military hero. If you asked George Washington what he really wanted to be, he would reply, "a farmer." Seeking to revolutionize antiquated 18th-century farming methods, Washington experimented with crop rotation, fertilizers, plowing, and plants. The Mount Vernon Ladies Association began restoring his estate to its former glory in 1853. Today the buildings, grounds and The Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center reveal the real Father of the United States of America. Step inside and take a look.

Ready for some fun? Now you can color some of my adventures in this first of my coloring books. Grab those crayons, pencils or markers and put your colors on these historical people and places.

Little Miss HISTORY has packed three of her NYC adventures into one exciting book, The Adventures of Little Miss History, Volume 1. Visit the STATUE of LIBERTY the symbol of hope and promise for the immigrants who passed it on their way to fulfilling their dreams as they awaited inspection on ELLIS ISLAND. Then journey up the Hudson River to the USS INTREPID to witness and explore hands on one ship's amazing history in WW II, the Vietnam War, the space age, and the war on terrorism. Hold on to your hats for a rollicking ride back into the nineteenth and twentieth centuries with Little Miss HISTORY!

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Little Miss HISTORY Travels to MOUNT VERNON (Volume 7)

Who was George Washington? Washington is best known as America's first president, but he was also a military hero. If you asked George Washington what he really wanted to be, he would reply, "a farmer." Seeking to revolutionize antiquated 18th century farming methods, Washington experimented with crop rotation, fertilizers, plowing and plants. The Mount Vernon Ladies Association began restoring his estate to its former glory in 1853. Today the buildings, grounds and The Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center reveal the real Father of the United States of America.

Mrs.D.'s thoughts…

I could give no greater admiration than to say that reading the Little Miss History series truly blessed me in many ways. Through the eyes of Little Miss History, I discovered many historical landmarks and learned about the people who left a significant imprint on history and our country. The latest book, Little Miss History Travels to Mount Vernon, is beautifully written and illustrated by Barbara and Victor Mojica. It takes young readers to the eighteenth century, where children will learn about George Washington, the first president of the United States, his life, work, and death, and some sad facts about slavery. The story of Washington’s Mount Vernon mansion and plantation perfectly captures the era and the soul of the man, who deeply believed that every man should be free regardless of color or status. Sadly, he died before he could bring his vision to reality.

This is one of those books your child must read. It’s a very simple and quick read, but oh so effective! If you want to have a healthy conversation with your children about diversity, slavery, and historical events, but do not know how to spark their interest, the Little Miss History series is your perfect tool. Each book is uniquely illustrated and contains an instructive story, easy to read together with an elementary-school-age child or grandchild. It has beautiful art and simple language, and you’ll find it encouraging and inspiring to learn more about the country that our children have the privilege to live in. The Little Miss History series has multiple award-winning books, great reads for the younger generation yearning to learn more about America and the life of their peers before them.

This talented team of the wonderful writer and creative illustrator certainly know how to deliver page after page of engaging observations. While sophisticated in scope, the story reads quickly and is easy to digest. It feels like a breath of fresh air and is definitely an eye-opener for children who love to sink into a short history book, packed with facts. I must say, you'll want to read these books in a quiet place and look closely at each illustration. They’re full of amazing characters. Very interesting art and educational writing, worth every penny of your investment. If you’ve ever wanted to teach your children about our country’s past, the Little Miss History series is your map!

A fun children's book, which educates children about American history

 Little Miss History Travels to MOUNT RUSHMORE (Volume 1) 

Once again, Little Miss History takes readers on an exciting voyage through time!

Little Miss HISTORY Travels to The Statue of Liberty (Volume 2)

A charismatic and very captivating children's book!

Little Miss HISTORY Travel to SEQUOIA National Park (Volume 3)

Buckle up and enjoy your trip to Sequoia National Park!

Little Miss HISTORY Travels to FORD'S THEATER (Volume 4)

Well written and illustrated, Little Miss History Travels to Ford's Theater will help much younger children understand the history of America.

Little Miss HISTORY Travels to INTREPID Sea, Air & Space Museum

Each page is full of history that leads to discovering even more about this significant American landmark. The facts about this legendary battleship are fascinating, especially the information about its captain, who spent his own fortune to make it a museum, so generation after generation could learn about its heroic legacy and honor the heroes who fought for our freedom.

Little Miss HISTORY Travels to ELLIS ISLAND

I recommend this book for those who would like to guide their children into an interest in American culture and history. It is great that the Mojicas understand targeted audiences for their history books. Because of their educational history books, elementary school children will have a chance to study legendary landmarks and have a better grasp of related material later in life.

My recommendation to parents, grandparents, teachers, and librarians: chose these books! You have nothing to lose and so much to gain. They are fun to read, great for children, and full of historical facts and educational lessons. I read them just for extra knowledge! It is never too late to learn! Crafted by a very talented team, Mr. and Mrs. Mojica, these books have so much to offer. Give your child a gift—knowledge.

Biography

Barbara Ann Mojica 

Barbara Ann Mojica is a historian and retired educator. She writes historical articles for the Columbia Insider under the banner "Passages." Using the whimsical Little Miss History character, Barbara hopes to inspire children to learn about historical people and places. Little Miss History's antics make reading nonfiction a fun-filled adventure for all ages.

Little Miss HISTORY Travels to MOUNT RUSHMORE is her first stop. In her second journey she sails to The STATUE of LIBERTY. Little Miss HISTORY'S third adventure to SEQUOIA National Park finds her skydiving into the park to explore its history. This book recently received honorable mention in the Children's Literature Independently Published Principal's Awards (CLIPPA), and runner up in the nature/wildlife category of the 2015 Great Northwest Book Festival. In her fourth adventure, Little Miss HISTORY arrives at FORD'S THEATER in her horse and buggy just in time for the 150th Anniversary to witness an event that changed history. This book won the 2015 IAN Award for Outstanding Children's Nonfiction Book.

Where can you explore life on a submarine, an aircraft carrier, and outer space all in one place? At the INTREPID Sea, Air & Space Museum, visitors can watch war movies, view actual WW II planes, and explore the Growler nuclear submarine. The USS Intrepid served: in WW II, the Vietnam War, during the height of the Cold, and as FBI headquarters for the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Read more about this one ship's amazing history, and the sacrifices of those who served on her, to keep the USA safe and free!

ALL SIX BOOKS IN THE LITTLE MISS HISTORY SERIES HAVE BEEN AWARDED THE PRESTIGIOUS B.R.A.G. MEDALLION.

THE LITTLE MISS HISTORY BOOK SERIES IS A FINALIST FOR THE GRAND PRIZE IN THE 2016 ERIC HOFFER AWARDS.

LITTLE MISS HISTORY TRAVELS TO MOUNT RUSHMORE WON HONORABLE MENTION IN THE CHILDREN'S CATEGORY OF THE 2016 ERIC HOFFER AWARDS.

A journey begins with leaving one place and venturing forth toward a new one. Millions of immigrants left their homelands in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries to seek the promise of a better future in America. Why did they abandon their homeland? Some fled from political oppression or slavery, others sought work or the possibility of acquiring land to farm. Those who entered the Great Hall on Ellis Island did so with fear in their hearts and hope in their eyes.

Come follow Little Miss HISTORY Travels to ELLIS ISLAND and explore their dreams and experiences as they passed through the gates. Perhaps you will see one of your ancestors reflected in their eyes. For most immigrants the end of their transatlantic voyage was a new beginning, for others it became “An Island of Tears.”

VICTOR RAMON MOJICA was born and raised in Manhattan, New York, but has lived in the Hudson Valley region since 1986 and now resides in Craryville, New York with his wife Barbara. He is an illustrator, cartoonist and writer with such works to his credit as the critically acclaimed, comic book series eugenus® ... The Next Step In Human Evolution!, which he created, wrote and illustrated. Victor has now written and illustrated his first children's book titled Captain Crossbones(™) in The Treasure Hunt, based on the comic strip appearing in The Columbia Insider, Pat Fisher and Ed Pollack, Publishers.

I absolutely adore Little Miss History, with whom I’ve already developed a special bond. I cannot wait to see where she will take me next. 

Please stop by WWW.LittleMissHISTORY.com 

Lovers in the morning ...

By Joe Wilkins

It was a touch after six this magical morning when, restless for motion, I slipped on my sandals and stepped out for a morning walk. “Magical” because of place, time and happenings. With apologies to my snowbound friends in the North staring out their windows at yet another dreary day of winter weather, I am on a Florida Key as I write this, a coral island so small it’s little more than a wide place in the road. But that road is US 1 at a point where I can dip my toes in the calm Atlantic or walk across the road and dip them in the even calmer Gulf of Mexico.

 On this particularly mild morning I choose to dip them in the Atlantic where, walking past the boat slips and through the palm trees and scrub vegetation I come out at the end of a jetty to catch the faint rosy glow of the coming dawn in the east and, over my shoulder in the west, the brilliance of a full moon still coloring the night sky. 

High out over the ocean is Venus, bright with the reflection of the sun still hidden below the horizon. From its corner of a great celestrial triangle, the sun lights up both Venus and the full moon, filling the sky with light from three different directions. I am enchanted by the scene, and lulled by the easy slap of water hitting the jetty. There is no light-pollution. No street lights or neon signs or city skylines spoil the sight of the Atlantic Ocean rubbing its eyes and slowly coming awake.

 I am in this lovely place determined to finish my current work-in-progress, a personal memoir of my work and travels during the first decade of the federal “War on Poverty”, now fifty years old. For days I have been deep in my notes about trips to the hard-times scenes of Appalachia, Indian Reservations, migrant camps on the West Coast and the slums of our big cities. It is an important, if obscure, tale to tell, a matter more of a writer’s duty to record than a thrilling adventure, something like a soldier’s recollection of lost battles in a forgotten war that some university press may publish for some future historian to consult. There can be sadness in such tales, but I prefer to search for the positive side of things. I am proud to have been involved and happy to be doing the book, but a short break from work on this wonderful morning is a welcome thing. 

Out on the jetty, bemused and entranced by the romance of this morning’s scene, my thoughts turn to a writer from a previous time, Richard Halliburton, whose “Royal Road to Romance,” “Seven League Boots” and “Flying Carpet” filled my young boy’s head with dreams of adventure and romance. He was a writer famed in the days between the great wars for such ideas as sneaking into the Taj Mahal on a moonlit night to commune with its beauty; and hiding overnight in the beautiful Parthenon atop the Acropolis in Athens to talk with the resident goddesses. 

It was an odd mix of emotions, there on the jetty. My book-in-progress covers a rough time in America and folks caught in private worlds of electric-bill cutoffs and dead-end jobs. And yet, deep in my notes I find long-ago interviews I did with high-school dropouts dreaming of getting into the Navy; of teenage volunteers from upstate New York and southern Louisiana working to inspire even younger Indian girls trapped on desperately poor reservations; of young people across the country fighting their way up from scenes of Dickensian want. Their determined optimism still shines from the faded pages of my old notes. 

As I reached the quiet boat slips on my walk back, I heard the slow crunch of tires on the shell-covered path and stepped into the shadow of the bushes wondering what early-rising fisherman was on his way. But it was no fisherman. Passing by in an old golf cart were a young couple. The driver was a tall, lean young man in jeans and sweatshirt. Snuggled up to him for warmth and love was a beautiful young woman, the two of them heading neither for the rising sun nor the lingering moon, but for the beckoning light of Venus, known to young lovers since the dawn of time itself as the Goddess of Love. I am reminded it is still true that the dreams of the young remain the strength of America. 

Thinking of the young among so much morning beauty I felt my optimism coming back and my spirits rise. Refreshed, I made my way back down the jetty’s path in the still-bright moonlight, ready to return to pages and chapters still to be polished.

 © by Joseph T. Wilkins

Joe Wilkins  is a semi-retired lawyer and former municipal judge who lives in Smithville, NJ. He is the author of   "The Speaker Who Locked up the House" , an acclaimed historical novel about  Congress set in the Washington of 1890, and  "The Skin Game and other Atlantic City Capers" , a richly comic account of the stick-up of an illegal card game as the Atlantic City casino age began. 

PUBLISHED!! 

 Kennedy's Recruit: Tales from the Poverty Wars - the vivid account of the great federal anti-poverty effort that sparked the social wildfires of the Sixties and Seventies across America, told by a man who was there and saw it first-hand – and the political storms it brewed, from the migrant camps of California and Southern New Jersey to the haunted poverty of the Dakota Sioux reservations; from the truck coal mines of eastern Tennessee to Dick Daley’s Chicago and Louise Day Hicks’s Boston. 

To buy Joe's books, invite him to talk to your group, or send him your comments, you can email him at  wilkinsjt001@comcast.net,  visit his website at  www.josephtwilkins.com  or catch his author's page on Facebook.

Freshen Up Your History Skills With Little Miss History

Books That Teach Children American History

Where can you explore life on a submarine, an aircraft carrier, and outer space all in one place? At the INTREPID Sea, Air & Space Museum, visitors can watch war movies, view actual WW II planes, and explore the Growler nuclear submarine. The USS Intrepid served: in WW II, the Vietnam War, during the height of the Cold, and as FBI headquarters for the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Read more about this one ship’s amazing history, and the sacrifices of those who served on her, to keep the USA safe and free!

by  Mrs. Barbara Ann Mojica  (Author) ,  Mr. Victor Ramon Mojica  (Illustrator)

Biography

Barbara Ann Mojica is a historian and retired educator. She writes historical articles for the Columbia Insider under the banner "Passages." Using the whimsical character Little Miss History, Barbara hopes to inspire children to learn about historical people and places. Little Miss History's antics make reading nonfiction and fun-filled adventure. "Little Miss History Travels to MOUNT RUSHMORE is her first stop. Our next journey to The Statue of Liberty is NOW AVAILABLE!

VICTOR RAMON MOJICA was born and raised in Manhattan, New York, but has lived in the Hudson Valley region since 1986 and now resides in Craryville, New York with his wife Barbara. He is an illustrator, cartoonist and writer with such works to his credit as the critically acclaimed, comic book series eugenus® ... The Next Step In Human Evolution!, which he created, wrote and illustrated. Victor has now written and illustrated his first children's book titled Captain Crossbones(™) in The Treasure Hunt, based on the comic strip appearing in The Columbia Insider, Pat Fisher and Ed Pollack, Publishers.

A fun children's book, which educates children about American history.

Mrs.D.'s thoughts…

Trying to introduce history to a young child can be tough, but not for this talented team. Barbara Mojica, a wonderful writer and history educator, and her husband, a creative and outstanding artist, Victor Mojica, did a terrific job in their new children’s book, Little Miss HISTORY Travels to INTREPID Sea, Air & Space Museum. By combining a strong visual content with a good story, they again showed young readers important events from American history that educate and entertain at the same time. Combining photography with art, Victor Mojica takes children onto the battleship, where they can clearly envision what it might be like to live on the ship during war and what its legacy means for us.

Each page is full of history that leads to discovering even more about this significant American landmark. The facts about this legendary battleship are fascinating, especially the information about its captain, who spent his own fortune to make it a museum, so generation after generation could learn about its heroic legacy and honor the heroes who fought for our freedom.

In addition, this book is an excellent tool to augment children’s education. A child can pick it up and find out a little, or sit down and peruse it for hours. The authors presented great events in a manner that will capture young minds and captivate their imagination from the beginning. This book is a superb vehicle for providing important knowledge that will pique the reader's exploration of a subject in greater depth. It definitely has a place as both a reference book and a good browsing book.

In their history series, Barbara and Victor Mojica have done a masterful job of selecting and summarizing historical, anthropological, and cultural aspects that continue to influence American culture until this day. The artwork in their books provides a visual feast for the eyes. Colors are vivid and enhance the book's appeal. Authors have not "dumbed down” the history material either. Their “Little Miss History” provides plenty of information and facts about the history of important events, people, and landmarks.

Little Miss HISTORY Travels to INTREPID Sea, Air & Space Museum is the “must-have book” for parents who have kids in school, teachers and educators, or for anyone who loves or has any interest in history. It provides a good starting point from which any child can explore the legendary American landmarks. This book would make an excellent addition to a family library or be a great gift for a young reader. Most importantly, it is fun to read and learn about historical events that are beautifully highlighted throughout the book.

No passport is necessary to explore this series. They’re exceptional children’s books, specially created for your little ones to learn about the American heritage!

 Little Miss History Travels to MOUNT RUSHMORE . 

Once again, Little Miss History takes readers on an exciting voyage through time!

Little Miss HISTORY Travels to The Statue of Liberty (Volume 2)

A charismatic and very captivating children's book!

Little Miss HISTORY Travel to SEQUOIA National Park (Volume 3)

Buckle up and enjoy your trip to Sequoia National Park!

Little Miss HISTORY Travels to FORD'S THEATER (Volume 4)

Well written and illustrated, Little Miss History Travels to Ford’s Theater will help much younger children understand the history of America. 

From Mrs.D.

My recommendation to parents, grandparents, teachers, and librarians: chose these books! You have nothing to lose and so much to gain. They are fun to read, great for children, and full of historical facts and educational lessons. I read them just for extra knowledge! It is never too late to learn! Crafted by a very talented team, Mr. and Mrs. Mojica, these books have so much to offer. Give your child a gift—knowledge.

Delightful read from Barbara Ann and Victor Ramon Mojica!

I absolutely adore Little Miss History, with whom I’ve already developed a special bond. I cannot wait to see where she will take me next. The “Little Miss History” series is number 1 on my list when my grandsons will be old enough to read these books.

Please stop by  WWW.LittleMissHISTORY.com to meet 

The Little Miss HISTORY series

Little Miss HISTORY Travels to MOUNT RUSHMORE
Little Miss HISTORY Travels to The STATUE of LIBERTY
Little Miss HISTORY Travels to SEQUOIA NATIONAL FOREST

Little Miss History Travels to Ford’s Theater