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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!

Titles

29 titles found. Displaying 1 - 12.

Alexander Graham Bell: Inventor
From the Series: Our People

A biography of the teacher and inventor best known for his work with the deaf and his… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 4
  • ATOS 5.4
  • Copyright 2003
  • Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Alexander Hamilton: Soldier and Statesman
From the Series: Our People

Alexander Hamilton was many things: student, soldier, and perhaps most famously, founding… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 4
  • ATOS 7.0
  • Copyright 2004
  • Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Amelia Earhart: Aviation Pioneer
From the Series: Our People

Introduces the life, accomplishments, and mysterious disappearance of female aviation… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 4
  • ATOS 4.9
  • Copyright 2004
  • Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Chief Joseph: Chief of the Nez Perce
From the Series: Our People

A brief introduction to the life of Chief Joseph, who fought to keep the Oregon land that… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 4
  • ATOS 4.9
  • Copyright 2003
  • Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Christopher Columbus: Explorer
From the Series: Our People

Briefly introduces the life of explorer Christopher Columbus, his accomplishments, and his… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 4
  • ATOS 5.2
  • Copyright 2003
  • Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Clara Barton: Founder of the American Red Cross
From the Series: Our People

Briefly introduces the life of American Red Cross founder Clara Barton, including her… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 4
  • ATOS 5.5
  • Copyright 2003
  • Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Dolley Madison: First Lady
From the Series: Our People

Briefly describes the life of First Lady Dolley Madison, including her accomplishments and… More →

  • Reading Level Grade 4
  • ATOS 5.0
  • Copyright 2003
  • Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Eleanor Roosevelt: First Lady, Humanitarian, and World Citizen
From the Series: Our People

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
Elizabeth Blackwell: Physician and Health Educator
From the Series: Our People

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
Florence Nightingale: Founder of the Nightingale School of Nursing
From the Series: Our People

Introduces the life and accomplishments of Florence Nightingale, founder of the Nightingale More →

  • Reading Level Grade 4
  • ATOS 6.0
  • Copyright 2004
  • Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5
Helen Keller: Author and Advocate for the Disabled
From the Series: Our People

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: The Great Compromiser
From the Series: Our People

Henry Clay devoted his life and work to strengthening the United States. In his time he was More →

  • Reading Level Grade 4
  • ATOS 6.5
  • Copyright 2004
  • Dimensions 7.5 x 9.5