Biography & Autobiography - Kids

Orville and Wilbur Wright were a fascinating pair. Not only did they invent, build, and fly the first airplane, they were also idiosyncratic individuals who had a unique relationship, sharing a home, a bank account, and a business throughout their lives. Their story is...

Full-color series--six bios in one It takes more than one person to bring about change and innovation. Find out how key players from yesterday and today influenced and interacted with each other during some of the world's most memorable periods. So much more than...

This book expresses the culture of the Hispanic world through children's poems, rhymes, riddles, tongue twisters, sayings, and recipes for the whole family to enjoy. The poems and recipes were written by the author, Mrs. Rincón. Martha Nguyen, a former student of Mrs. Rincon's,...

My Papa is a children's book about a little girl who is thankful for and appreciative of everything her grandfather does for her, such as taking her on her first plane ride, going to parks and museums with her, and introducing her to family...

What happens when Victoria's mother dies, leaving one-year-old Victoria and the rest of her siblings to fend for themselves? Will there be someone to take care of Victoria? God never forgets anyone, and He had not forgotten about Victoria. Open the book to find...

A companion volume to "Fifty Famous Stories Retold" by James Baldwin, "Fifty Famous People" introduces children to a variety of men who performed their parts in the great drama of the world's history. Included are anecdotes about great American statesmen, such as Lincoln and...

All About Marie Curie is an IBPA Benjamin Franklin Award 2022 Gold Winner in the Young Reader (8-12 years) Nonfiction category Marie Curie, perhaps better known as Madame Curie, would go on to be the first woman to be awarded a Nobel Prize when...

From the groundbreaking women who fought to compete in early track meets to the Olympic superstars of today, Legends of Women's Track and Field tells the stories of the women who have thrilled and inspired fans both on and off the track.Author: Emma HuddlestonISBN-10:...

Stories tell about Sir Francis Drake and his famous voyage, but fewer tell about the real reason behind the trip: attacking and looting Spanish towns and ships This high-interest graphic novel explores Drake's pirate side, nicknamed El Draque, or the Dragon, by the Spanish....

Gurpreet Goes to Gurdwara, by Harman Singh Pandher, is the story of a young Canadian kid with an active imagination and a healthy curiosity. Every Sunday morning, the Singh family goes off to Gurdwara: the Sikh place of worship. But what for? And why...

Get ready to unleash your inner hero with I Can Be Like . . . A Book of Masks of Inspiring Women - the ultimate board book adventure for little champions! Transform into some of the world's most inspiring women with this vibrant and...

For a few shining years Countee Cullen seemed destined to define the African American urban experience. A gifted poet, Cullen wrote some of the outstanding works of the 1920s, and when he married Yolande Du Bois, in what was proclaimed the social event of...

In the early 20th century, Madame C.J. Walker identified a problem, one she herself had: African Americans had no hair care products specifically designed for their hair type. So what did she do? The uneducated daughter of sharecroppers researched, invented, tested, refined, and marketed...

"A year of black history. Inspirational stories. And amazing facts!"--Cover.Author: James Henry WilliamsISBN-10: 1456840002ISBN-13: 9781456840006Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/21/2011Pages: 54Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.20lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.13d

Author: Ann ByersISBN-10: 1435837657ISBN-13: 9781435837652Publisher: Rosen Publishing GroupLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2006Pages: 116Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.47lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.30d

Introduce young readers to some of the world's most interesting and important people in this bold and lively first biography book. More than 100 colorful photos are paired with age-appropriate text featuring profiles of each person, along with fascinating facts about about their accomplishments...

Nathaniel English is not the type to just stand by when he sees a problem. Always one to help, he works with his teachers and classmates to create solutions. His actions remind his mom of community organizer and political activist Huey P. Newton. Could...

Steven Spielberg has changed the cinematic world with his hugely popular films. Testing out new technology, telling dramatic stories, and collaborating with successful directors, actors, and producers helped build Spielberg's reputation as a director and producer.Author: Judy GreenspanISBN-10: 1496665813ISBN-13: 9781496665812Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2020Pages:...

Author: Mat BlankenshipISBN-10: 1479798940ISBN-13: 9781479798940Publisher: XlibrisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/07/2013Pages: 62Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.55lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d

The term "Renaissance man" is used to describe a number of talented individuals today, but it got its real start with Leonardo da Vinci. As an artist, inventor, and scholar, he produced everything from the Mona Lisa to drawings of the world's first airplanes....

This title introduces fans to the best underdog stories in NBA history, covering the highlights and characters involved in their greatest moments. The title features informative sidebars, exciting photos, a glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....

Finally a children's book about the poet Anne Spencer whose poetry flourished during the Harlem Renaissance era. This book chronicles her life as an African American female living in the late 19th and early 20th centuries; the challenges that she faced and the triumphs...

Astronaut Neil Armstrong couldn't be held down by Earth's gravity. As the first person to step foot on the moon, Neil took the US space program to new heights. But before he did that, he had humble boyhood jobs-cutting lawns, cleaning ovens, washing airplanes-and...

Uses Common Core narrative nonfiction approach to tell the true story of a cat that becomes separated from his family when they flee Iraq for refuge in Europe. Their reunion will bring tears to the coldest heart.Author: Marne VenturaISBN-10: 1515773191ISBN-13: 9781515773191Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Explore the life and achievements of Elizabeth Blackwell. Photographs, a timeline, and easy-to-read text tell the story of America's first woman doctor.Author: Emily JamesISBN-10: 1515738884ISBN-13: 9781515738886Publisher: Capstone PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2017Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.30lbsSize: 10.60h x 8.80w x 0.20dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 2.6Point Value: 0.5Interest Level:...

Lionel Messi is one of the best soccer players in the world. He's led his team--F tbol Club (FC) Barcelona--to several championships, he's won the FIFA Ballon d'Or award five times, and he's been on the cover of the video game EA Sports FIFA...

The history of the United States is filled with African American leaders who heroically fought for equality through words and deeds. These men and women sacrificed their safety and, in some cases, their lives for the cause. One of the most courageous among them...

This book introduces readers to the fascinating Frederick Douglass, a man born a slave. Douglass taught himself to read, then escaped from slavery to become one of the abolitionist movement's greatest leaders. In addition to telling the story of his life, this biography examines...

Julius Caesar is part of Makers of History, a 19th century biography series by two brothers-Jacob and John S.C. Abbott. Reprinted by Canon Press, these biographies have been edited and brought up to date for readers twelve and up. Not only are these editions...

Explorer Ernest Shackleton and his crew hoped to be first to cross Antarctica from sea to sea, until their ship became trapped in the ice and began to sink. Survivors endured more than five-hundred days in extreme conditions before being rescued.Author: Matt DoedenISBN-10: 1541523490ISBN-13:...

Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book Here is the riveting dual biography of two little-known but extraordinary African-American Union soldiers in Civil War history--George E. Stephens and James Henry Gooding. Stephens and Gooding not only served in the Massachusetts 54th Infantry, the well-known black regiment,...

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the pioneer of Play-Doh, Joseph McVicker. Follow the story from McVicker's childhood, his education at Brown University, joining his father's company Kutol Products, and his reinvention of the company's Kutol Wall Cleaner as Play-Doh. Learn how...

In this engaging biography, readers will learn about the creators of Crayolas, cousins Edwin Binney and C. Harold Smith. Follow their story from childhood, their early work at Edwin's father's Peekskill Chemical Works, and the company's evolution into the Binney & Smith Company. Binney...

In this title, unwrap the life of talented Wrigley's chewing gum founder, William Wrigley Jr.! Readers will enjoy getting the scoop on this Food Dude, beginning with his childhood in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Students can follow Wrigley's success story from the start of his sales...

Inspiring stories of heroes from various times and places relating their daring deeds, prompted by their high ideals. Perseus and Hercules are included from Greek mythology and David and Daniel from the Bible. Among the legendary heroes of the middle ages are St. George,...

Sir Isaac Newton is best known for his studies on forces and how objects move. His work answered many questions about how the world worked. Find out more in Sir Isaac Newton, one of the titles in the My First Science Biography series.Author: Christine...

"The mayor told us about crazy laws," Dane said, including the one forbidding snowball throwing. "So, I wanted to do something about it." A law in Severance, Colorado contains wording that makes it illegal to throw snowballs. Can you imagine not being able to...

Anson Jones was a doctor, farmer and politician, who served as the last president of the Republic of Texas. In this exciting biography, Jean Flynn tells how Jones helped bring this young, struggling Republic into the United States of America as the 28th state.Author:...

Alan Shepard's boyhood fascination with flight led him from constructing model airplanes in his grandfather's basement to attaining national hero status in the race to space. Rooted in hard work and education, this pioneer's dreams of flight came true as he became not only...

Buoyant and determined, and having at last won the support of the king and queen of Spain, Christopher Columbus sailed west from Europe with three ships, confident he would reach the Indies by this new route and find the gold-laden civilization of the great...

"It was a wild ride... and this book does it justice. Well-chosen thrills, spills, and conflicts are spliced into a narrative that highlights the danger underlying this scientific mission... Handsomely designed text... large, full-color impressionistic paintings convey the action." --School Library Journal No European...

This title focuses on John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry, guiding readers through its historical context, goals, and legacy. Critical thinking questions and two "Voices from the Past" special features help readers understand and analyze the various views people held at the time.Author: Kelsey...

From enlisted sailor to officer, full-time or reserve, joining the navy is a simple process. The harder part is choosing a career from the dozens of different options. This helpful book describes how each career in the navy works and what skills are required...

Do you have the necessary skills to make you a candidate for a career in the army? This informative book introduces you to the jobs armies do, what the recruiting process is like, and what it takes to make a successful "foot soldier." Profiles...

Learn about the brave people who make their living protecting their fellow citizens in this essential police force careers guide. Detailed bios and descriptions of operations and incidents faced by police give readers a realistic picture of what police force workers do.Author: Heather C....

Do you have the necessary skills to make you a candidate for a career in the army? This informative book introduces you to the jobs armies do, what the recruiting process is like, and what it takes to make a successful "foot soldier." Profiles...

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of teen professional tennis player Coco Gauff in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author...

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Canadian professional ice hockey player Connor McDavid in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents,...

Being a Little Person has many challenges, but for one small boy, all he needs is help from his family and a very special doctor. Charlie's Blue Boots helps children understand that Little People can overcome difficulties and find happiness just by being themselves....

Storming aboard a government trade ship, Ching Shih and her band of followers demand payment--or else The traders soon come to fear Ching Shih, paying her for passage through the pirate-infested waters of the South China Sea. In this high-interest graphic title, readers will...