Our People
Crafted with a wealth of detail and rich illustrations, each biography in this appealing collection offers 32 pages that entice readers to discover the remarkable people who built our great nation. The primary narrative focuses on the childhood, education, motivations, and achievements of a key American figure, while special sidebars introduce related topics. Absorbing historical photos, helpful time lines, detailed glossaries, and a resource section for further research will draw kids back to these books time and again!
A biography of the teacher and inventor best known for his work with the deaf and his invention of the telephone. More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 5.4
- Copyright 2003
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Alexander Hamilton was many things: student, soldier, and perhaps most famously, founding father. Young readers will learn the story of Alexander Hamilton, from his early childhood years to… More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 7.0
- Copyright 2004
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Introduces the life, accomplishments, and mysterious disappearance of female aviation pioneer, Amelia Earhardt. More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 4.9
- Copyright 2004
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
A brief introduction to the life of Chief Joseph, who fought to keep the Oregon land that his people had lived on for generations. More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 4.9
- Copyright 2003
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Briefly introduces the life of explorer Christopher Columbus, his accomplishments, and his impact on the world as we know it. More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 5.2
- Copyright 2003
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Briefly introduces the life of American Red Cross founder Clara Barton, including her accomplishments and her impact on history. More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 5.5
- Copyright 2003
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Briefly describes the life of First Lady Dolley Madison, including her accomplishments and her impact on American history. More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 5.0
- Copyright 2003
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Introduces the life and accomplishments of first lady and humanitarian, Eleanor Roosevelt. More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 6.3
- Copyright 2004
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Introduces the life and accomplishments of noted physician and health educator, Elizabeth Blackwell. More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 5.9
- Copyright 2004
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Introduces the life and accomplishments of Florence Nightingale, founder of the Nightingale School of Nursing. More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 6.0
- Copyright 2004
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Introduces the life and accomplishments of famed author and advocate for the disabled, Helen Keller. More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 5.7
- Copyright 2004
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Henry Clay devoted his life and work to strengthening the United States. In his time he was an economist and a passionate believer in compromise. For Clay, the Union was the key to his heart… More →
- Reading Level Grade 4
- ATOS 6.5
- Copyright 2004
- Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5