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1) Pocahontas
Author
Series
Publisher
Published by AV2 by Weigl
Pub. Date
2019.
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
Chronicles the life and accomplishments of Pocahontas, from her childhood to her marriage to an English tobacco planter which created a climate of peace between the Powhatans and the English settlers for eight years.
Author
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing in association with Rosen Educational Services
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Shares the life of the famous scientist, including his early career in a patent office and how he changed the field of physics. --Publisher
Author
Language
English
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Description
At 9 years old, Eugenie Clark developed an unexpected passion for sharks after a visit to the Battery Park Aquarium in New York City. At the time, sharks were seen as mindless killing machines, but Eugenie knew better and set out to prove it. Despite many obstacles in her path, Eugenie was able to study the creatures she loved so much. From her many discoveries to the shark-related myths she dispelled, Eugenie's wide scientific contributions led to...
Author
Publisher
Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
37 unnumbered pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Language
English
Description
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has spent a lifetime disagreeing: disagreeing with inequality, arguing against unfair treatment, and standing up for what's right for people everywhere. This biographical picture book about the Notorious RBG, tells the justice's story through the lens of her many famous dissents, or disagreements.
7) Barbara Bush
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
"This title focuses on Barbara Bush and gives information related to her early life, time as a leader, first lady, and her legacy."--
9) Laura Bush
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn all about US First Lady Laura Bush and how she championed literacy programs. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher's website.
10) Roberto Clemente
Author
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn all about US First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt and how she spoke out for civil rights. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher's website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn all about US First Lady Martha Washington and how she laid the foundation for future leaders. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher's website.
13) Nancy Reagan
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn all about US First Lady Nancy Reagan and how she fought against youth drug use. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. "--Publisher's website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing, in association with Rosen Educational Services
Pub. Date
2016.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Everyone is familiar with Mickey Mouse, Mary Poppins, and Frozen, but do they know the man behind the mouse? Born to a humble family, young Walt loved drawing pictures and entertaining people. After an early career as an advertising illustrator, he opened his own animation production company. That set him on the path to creating trailblazing animation and live-action movies and creating the studio not to mention theme parks that would continue to...
Author
Series
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2018]
Physical Desc
24 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Learn all about US First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy and how she promoted American culture. Engaging photos and easy-to read text take readers into her story. Plus, quick stats, key dates, and bolded glossary terms make it easy to zoom in even deeper. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher's website.
Author
Series
Publisher
Britannica Educational Publishing
Pub. Date
2015.
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
32 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
"Introduce young readers to one of history's greatest composers. They will enjoy tracing Mozart's life from his childhood touring Europe as a musical prodigy through his years in Italy, Salzburg, and Vienna. They'll learn about his struggles for independence and his musical innovation. The title touches on the composition of operas, liturgical music, symphonies, concertos, and more. Mozart's enduring popularity and the significant influence he had...
18) Billie Jean King
Author
Publisher
Abdo Zoom
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 21 cm.
Language
English
Description
Describes the life of the tennis star, from her childhood and early competitive career to her role as activist for women's rights.
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