Laura Ingalls Wilder

"Home is the nicest word there is." These are the words of renowned Little House author Laura Ingalls Wilder. From the vast Kansas prairie to the cold Dakota Territory, Laura had many homes throughout her youth. It was only late in her life that she began to share her childhood memories through a series of unforgettable books. Students will enjoy learning about the life and adventures of Laura …

Frederick Douglass: Forever Free

"Once you learn to read, you will be forever free." These are the words of the great abolitionist Frederick Douglass, who learned as an enslaved boy that education and freedom go hand in hand. Students will follow his life story as they read this book and learn how Douglass's desire for his own freedom led him to become one of the most important civil rights leaders in the United States.

Marie Curie

The work of Marie Curie revolutionized scientific understanding of the nature of atoms and opened up new frontiers in medicine. Marie Curie is a detailed account of this remarkable woman's legacy in the face of discrimination and struggle. The book can be used to teach students the elements of a biography.

Rachel Carson

By writing about science in a clear and engaging way, Rachel Carson helped the American public understand the effects pesticides and herbicides can have on our environment. Her courage and perseverance in the face of hostile opposition also helped inspire the environmental movement. Rachel Carson gives students a glimpse into the life and work of a woman who brought attention to important envir…

Success Stories

Success Stories is a collection of biographies of three famous people who immigrated to the United States: Albert Einstein, Gloria Estefan, and Dikembe Mutombo. The book explores the reasons they relocated and the contributions they have made in the areas of science, music, and sports.

Anne Frank

Many students are familiar with the tragedies and terrors of World War II. Anne Frank tells the story of an incredible girl who wrote a diary about her experiences during this dark time in history. Students will be able to put a face to one of the victims of the Holocaust. They will also have the opportunity to identify the author's purpose as well as to summarize to better understand the text.

Marie Curie

The work of Marie Curie revolutionized scientific understanding of the nature of atoms and opened up new frontiers in medicine. Marie Curie is a detailed account of this remarkable woman's legacy in the face of discrimination and struggle. The book can be used to teach students the elements of a biography.

Paving the Way: American Sports Legends

The twentieth century gave rise to the world of professional sports, and it gave the United States several record-setting individuals who used their skills and dedication to change the world for the better. Paving the Way: American Sports Legends highlights five athletes of tremendous talent who left behind inspiring legacies. These athletes overcame obstacles such as racial discriminationand s…

Salah al-Din

n this fascinating biography of Salah al-Din, find out how one man united the Muslim people, retook Jerusalem from the Christians, and came to be known as one of the greatest and most compassionate leaders during the Crusades.

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