Let's read about-- Christopher Columbus

A simple biography of the Italian explorer who became the first European to discover the West Indies islands in three historic voyages sponsored by Spain's monarchy.

Escape North! : the story of Harriet Tubman

An easy-to-read, page-turning account of Harriet Tubman's life--from her childhood in slavery to her years as a conductor on the Underground Railroad to her later work as a suffragette and as a spy in the Civil War. This remarkable true story brings to life one of America's greatest female role models.

Alexander the Great

In his short life, Alexander the Great conquered more lands and peoples than any other person in the ancient world. His conquests opened new trade routes from the countries around the Mediterranean Sea all the way to India. For centuries after his death, Greek culture dominated the European world but was flavored by Eastern influence. Alexander's impact was so strong that even during his life s…

Susan B. Anthony : fighter for women's rights

Like other girls of her time Susan B. Anthony learned how to cook and sew. But unlike most girls she also received an education. She learned reading, writing, and arithmetic. She was also taught that girls and women could do anything boys and men could do-if only they were allowed. So Susan set out to change the laws. She fought for a woman's right to own property, hold down a job, and, most im…

Dale Earnhardt, Jr.

- Anything NASCAR is hot, hot, hot! - Solid information with up-to-the-minute graphic appeal. - Series features include photos, diagrams, glossary, and resources. Curriculum Standards: Grades 5-8 Standards for Social Studies Individual Development & Identity - Explore factors that contribute to one's personal identity like interests and abilities. - Analyze a particular event to identify…

Diego

Diego was a boy who loved to draw; he drew on everything, even the walls. In time, he would become known as one of the greatest muralists in all of Mexico—in all the world. "An accessible picture book about the life and work of Diego Rivera sounds like an oxymoron, but Winter and Winter succeed beyond belief," announced School Library Journal in a 1991 starred review. With spare, lyrical text…

Thomas Jefferson : third president 1801-1809

A delightful mix of full-color historical reproductions, photos, and hilarious cartoon-style illustrations brings to life the Presidents of the United States of America, combining poignant anecdotes with important factual imformation.

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ISBN/ISSN

0439351812

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16 pages : illustration ; 22 cm

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923.8 BUR

A picture book of Frederick Douglass

Born into slavery on a Maryland plantation, Frederick Douglass grew up to have a way with words. Contemporaries found it hard to believe that an escaped slave with no formal education could be so eloquent. Yet thousands turned out to hear him speak. A tireless advocate to end slavery, Douglass urged slaves to escape and revolt. He inspired many with his bestselling autobiography, Narrative o…

A picture book of Thomas Jefferson

Traces the life and achievements of the architect, bibliophile, president, and author of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson.