Paul Revere (Heroes of American History)
by Carin T Ford and Carin T Patriot
A biography of Paul Revere, who is best remembered for his dangerous ride to warn other American patriots that British troops were on the move at the start of the Revolutionary War.
Juan Ponce de Leon (Groundbreakers (Paperback)) (Groundbreakers: Explorers)
by Ruth Manning
Describes the life of the Spanish explorer who first came to the New World with Columbus and went on to become governor of Puerto Rico and later came to Florida looking for the Fountain of Youth.
Glory Days Press Sports Biographies: Kirk Cousins
by Andrea Alexander
Simple text and photographs depict the life of the Mexican American labor leader who achieved justice for migrant farm workers by creating a union to protect their rights.
A practical guide to Vonnegut's works for young adults, secondary, and college students Kurt Vonnegut was a prolific American writer whose career spanned more than 50 years. Vonnegut's world is a complex web. His books, short stories, and essays are among the gems of American literature, exploring themes of historical events and human limitations. Written for young adults through adulthood, the goal of Breaking Down Vonnegut is to relate essential facts about Kurt Vonnegut's life and to addres...
Ni os fant sticos: George Washington Carver (Fantastic Kids: George Washington Carver) (Exploring Reading)
by Michelle Jovin
George Washington Carver was born into slavery. No one thought much of him because he was sick and weak. He would spend his life proving them wrong. Learn more about the "Plant Doctor" turned "Peanut Man" and how he helped people across the United States. This full-color biography includes important text features such as a glossary and a table of contents to engage students in reading as they develop their comprehension and literacy skills. This Spanish book aligns with national and state standa...
A.J. Styles: The Phenomenal One (Wrestling Biographies)
by Teddy Borth
Examines the life of the Mexican American labor organizer who demanded rights for migrant farm workers.
Locked doors, high prison walls and barbed wire are formidable enough obstacles, but many escaping prisoners also face savage dogs and armed guards who shoot to kill. From Alcatraz to Devil's Island, this book tells the extraordinary tales of men who risked their lives for their freedom.
Leif Erickson (Junior Biographies from Ancient Civilizations)
by John Bankston