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Barack Obama: A Little Golden Book Biography (Little Golden Book)
By Frank Berrios. 2022
Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about President Barack Obama! The perfect introduction to…
nonfiction for preschoolers!This Little Golden Book about Barack Obama--the 44th President of the United States and the country's first Black president--is an inspiring read-aloud for young girls and boys.Look for Little Golden Book biographies about these other inspiring people:• Joe Biden• Kamala Harris• Queen Elizabeth II • Dr. Fauci • Ruth Bader Ginsburg• Sonia Sotomayor• Martin Luther King Jr.• George Washington• Abraham LincolnGeorge, Thomas, and Abe!: The Step into Reading Presidents Story Collection (Step into Reading)
By Martha Brenner, Richard Walz, Frank Murphy, Donald Cook. 2003
This collection features three of our most popular biographies: Washington, the stoic general with a soft spot for animals; Jefferson,…
the brilliant statesman who was a foodie at heart, and Lincoln, the absentminded lawyer whose compassionate caseload foretold his presidency. Beginning readers will learn about little-known, illuminating events in the earlier years of these extraordinary men and how, long before entering the White House, they lived lives filled with intelligence, courage, and kindness--the hallmarks of a great president.P Is for President
By Wendy Cheyette Lewison. 2016
Publishing in time for the 2016 Presidential election, readers can discover what it means to be President of the United…
States in this easy-to-read informational picture book.Being President of the United States is a big job —he biggest job in all of America! Follow the president as he or she campaigns, runs, moves into the White House, and works to fix problems. Learn about historically significant presidents along the way, and see what it takes to be president. Do you have what it takes to run the U.S.?A Picture Book of George Washington (Picture Book Biography)
By David A. Adler. 1989
The life and legacy of our nation's first president, also known as commander of the Continental Army, husband to Martha, and…
an avid farmer and equestrian. Over two hundred years after his death, George Washington remains one of the most studied figures in American history. This clear and concise picture book biography covers the important facts and historical background, complemented by charming illustrations. The text details Washington's early life as well as the Revolutionary War and his impressive career as leader of the newly formed United States. Young readers will love learning more about the man who was "first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his countrymen." Back matter features a timeline. For almost thirty years, David Adler&’s Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine with Adler&’s &“expert mixtures of facts and personality&” (Booklist) to introduce young readers to history through compelling biographies of presidents, heroes, inventors, explorers, and adventurers. These books are ideal for first and second graders interested in history, or who need reliable sources for school book reports.My Little Golden Book About Martin Luther King Jr. (Little Golden Book)
By Bonnie Bader. 2018
Learn all about Martin Luther King Jr. Day with this Little Golden Book biography all about the civil rights leader!…
The perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers. This Little Golden Book captures the essence of Martin Luther King, Jr. for the littlest readers. They'll learn how his childhood in segregated Atlanta—and in his father's church—shaped the future civil rights leader. And they'll gain a clear understanding of the way he became an eloquent, powerful voice for African Americans. Read all the Little Golden Book biographies: - My Little Golden Book About Kamala Harris - My Little Golden Book About Frida Kahlo - My Little Golden Book About Ruth Bader Ginsburg - My Little Golden Book About Jackie Robinson - My Little Golden Book About Martin Luther King Jr. - My Little Golden Book About George Washington - My Little Golden Book About Abraham Lincoln - My Little Golden Book About Balto - My Little Golden Book About Johnny AppleseedTake a Hike, Teddy Roosevelt! (Step into Reading)
By Frank Murphy, illustrated by Richard Walz. 2015
A Step 3 Step into Reading Biography Reader about Teddy Roosevelt and his efforts to protect our environment and establish…
national parks. Teddy battled asthma all his life, and the list of things he shouldn't do was long. But when people told him "you can't," he set about proving them wrong. This book focuses on his inexhaustible enthusiasm and his commitment to preserving America's natural resources. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own.Frederick Douglass: Voice for Justice, Voice for Freedom (Step into Reading)
By Frank Murphy. 2019
Learn about the abolitionist Frederick Douglass and his fight for freedom in this Step 3 Biography Reader!Frederick Douglass was a…
keystone figure in the abolitionist movement, and his story has impacted generations of people fighting for civil rights in America. He was born to an enslaved mother and grew up with the horrors of slavery. In the course of his childhood, he was able to learn to read, and soon realized that reading and language were a source of power, and could be the keys to his freedom. Frederick Douglass spoke and wrote about injustice and equality, and his words profoundly affected the conversation about slavery in America. His activism will resonate with kids today who are observing and participating in our activist culture. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics--for children who are ready to read on their own.Alexander Hamilton: From Orphan to Founding Father (Step into Reading)
By Monica Kulling. 2017
Fans of the Broadway musical Hamilton and American history lovers will want to share this illustrated biography of Alexander Hamilton…
with their young readers. Did you know that one of our Founding Fathers was not born in America? An orphan from the West Indies, Alexander Hamilton came to the colonies and played an important role in the Revolutionary War, rising to become General George Washington&’s right-hand man. But his accomplishments don&’t stop there! He helped obtain the ratification of the Constitution; he was America&’s first secretary of the treasury; and he established the first national bank and the U.S. Mint. A man of ambition, loyalty, and principle, he is now being celebrated as the prominent patriot he was. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics—for children who are ready to read on their own.Truth or Lie: Presidents! (Step into Reading)
By Erica S. Perl. 2019
Just in time for Presidents' Day and the 2020 election! Proficient readers will enjoy hunting down the TRUTH about several…
of our U.S. presidents in this book, part of an innovative new series.President William Howard Taft, the twenty-seventh president of the United States, got stuck in the White House bathtub, right? That's a LIE! The TRUTH is, he never actually got stuck in the bath during his presidency, but he did go on to become a Supreme Court chief justice after his term. Though 100% fun, 25% of this engaging early reader is FALSE! In a unique question-and-answer format, proficient readers are quizzed about funny, interesting presidential trivia, to see if they can separate facts from "lies." Our mascot--the Truth Sleuth--guides readers through this entertaining and fact-packed Step 3 book, filled with historical photos and kid-appealing art and humor. Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics for children who are ready to read on their own.Joe Biden: A Little Golden Book Biography (Little Golden Book)
By Shana Corey. 2022
Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography all about President Joe Biden! The perfect introduction…
to nonfiction for preschoolers!This Little Golden Book about Joe Biden--who overcame stuttering, served as Vice President under Barack Obama, and was elected the 46th President of the United States--is an inspiring read-aloud for young girls and boys. Look for Little Golden Book biographies about these other inspiring people: Kamala HarrisMisty CopelandFrida KahloRuth Bader GinsburgDolly PartonBetty WhiteJackie RobinsonMartin Luther King Jr.George WashingtonAbraham LincolnJohnny AppleseedMy Little Golden Book About The White House (Little Golden Book)
By Jen Arena. 2019
Now the littlest readers can learn about the White House--how it came to be, and what it's like to live…
there!In this engaging Little Golden Book, preschoolers will enjoy fascinating stories about the White House and some of the presidents, First Families, and even First Pets who have lived there. Simple words and bright artwork bring to life the story of how the White House came to be, and how it has changed over time. Little ones will learn that George Washington himself chose the building site, and that nearly every president has left his mark--from Thomas Jefferson's introduction of "water closets"--early toilets!--to Michelle Obama's vegetable garden. And kids will gain a clear understanding of the role the White House plays in American life and culture. Fun anecdotes about the rowdy Roosevelt children riding metal trays down the staircase, the annual Easter Egg Roll, and how the White House once kept cows for milk complete this charming nonfiction Little Golden Book.A Seat at the Table: The Nancy Pelosi Story
By Elisa Boxer. 2021
This inspiring picture-book biography about Nancy Pelosi shows her journey from the child of Baltimore's mayor to her marble-ceiling-shattering four…
terms as Speaker of the House, including the historic events of January 6th, 2021. Nancy Pelosi grew up watching her father, the mayor of Baltimore, welcome in people of all different backgrounds to sit at their table and make their voices heard. Nancy's mother always stood beside him, working behind the scenes to help her husband and the people he served. When Nancy grew up, she continued working behind the scenes in politics until a friend asked her to run for Congress herself--jump-starting a 33 year career as a political representative and taking her higher than she could have once imagined.Young girls, especially, will be inspired by Nancy's journey and her commitment to using her voice to help others and to make sure women are heard in government. The backmatter also includes an exclusive interview with Nancy Pelosi herself.Barack Obama: Out of Many, One (Step into Reading)
By Shana Corey, James Bernardin. 2009
Reading on your own This is the story of a skinny little boy with a funny name and how he…
became part of America's history.In very clear and accessible language, newly independent readers can learn how the lessons and love of Obama's mother and grandparents shaped him; how the places he lived influenced him; and how he turned his sadness from his childhood--the feeling he didn't fit in anywhere--into a positive, driving force of finding a place in the world and in the history books."History and biography are also successful topics for level-three readers. (Random House's) Step into Reading has the best offerings for the reading level . . . they are high in kid appeal."--BooklistSuperheroes Are Everywhere
By Kamala Harris. 2019
From Vice President Kamala Harris comes a picture book with an empowering message: Superheroes are all around us--and if we…
try, we can all be heroes too. Now a #1 New York Times bestseller!Before Kamala Harris was elected to the vice presidency, she was a little girl who loved superheroes. And when she looked around, she was amazed to find them everywhere! In her family, among her friends, even down the street--there were superheroes wherever she looked. And those superheroes showed her that all you need to do to be a superhero is to be the best that you can be.In this empowering and joyful picture book that speaks directly to kids, Kamala Harris takes readers through her life and shows them that the power to make the world a better place is inside all of us. And with fun and engaging art by Mechal Renee Roe, as well as a guide to being a superhero at the end, this book is sure to have kids taking up the superhero mantle (cape and mask optional).Praise for Superheroes Are Everywhere:"This [book] offers a solid message: a superhero could be anyone, including you." --BooklistI Am Theodore Roosevelt (Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum)
By Brooke Vitale. 2020
An 8x8 based on an episode from the PBS KIDS animated television series Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum starring…
Theodore Roosevelt.Based on the children's book series Ordinary People Change the World by New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, the series will introduce kids to inspiring historical figures and the character virtues that helped them succeed. Brad does not like creepy crawly things and has marked the entire playground as a No-Go Zone! The Secret Museum sends him, Xavier, and Yadina to meet Theodore Roosevelt who helps them learn that creepy crawly things need space to live, too. This episode-based 8x8 will focus on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves.Pasando páginas: La historia de mi vida
By Sonia Sotomayor. 2018
Al ser la primera mujer latina en ser jueza del Tribunal Supremo de Estados Unidos, Sonia Sotomayor es una inspiración…
para los jóvenes de todas las partes del mundo en la lucha por lograr sus sueños. Pero ¿qué la inspiró a ella? Para la joven Sonia, la respuesta es: ¡los libros! Eran su espejo, sus mapas, sus amigos y sus maestros. Los libros la ayudaron a conectar con su familia en Nueva York y en Puerto Rico, a aceptar y entender el diagnóstico de su diabetes, a hacer frente a la muerte de su padre, a descubrir los secretos del mundo y a soñar con un futuro en el que todo es posible. En Pasando páginas, Sonia Sotomayor comparte su amor por los libros con una nueva generación de lectores, estimulándolos a leer, a maravillarse y a realizar sus sueños. Acompañada del arte vibrante de Lulu Delacre, la historia de la vida de Sonia Sotomayor muestra a los lectores que el mundo está lleno de promesas y posibilidades; lo único que necesitan es pasar la página.I Am Abigail Adams (Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum)
By Gabriella DeGennaro. 2021
An 8x8 book based on an episode from the PBS KIDS animated television series Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum starring Abigail…
Adams.Based on the children's book series Ordinary People Change the World by New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, the series will introduce kids to inspiring historical figures and the character virtues that helped them succeed.When Yadina, Brad, and Xavier need help solving a problem, they head to the Secret Museum for help! They're sent back in time to 1754 to meet one of the United States' Founding Mothers: Abigail Adams. This episode-based 8x8 will focus on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves.Listen: How Pete Seeger Got America Singing
By Leda Schubert. 2017
Listen.There was nobody like Pete Seeger.Wherever he went, he got people singing. With his head thrown backand his Adam’s apple…
bouncing,picking his long-necked banjoor strumming his twelve-string guitar,Pete sang old songs,new songs,new words to old songs,and songs he made up.In this gorgeously written and illustrated tribute to legendary musician and activist Pete Seeger, author Leda Schubert highlights major musical events in Mr. Seeger's life as well important moments of his fight against social injustice. From singing sold-out concerts to courageously standing against the McCarthy-era finger-pointing, Pete Seeger's life is celebrated in this bold book for young readers with gorgeous illustrations by Raúl Colón.A Neal Porter BookThis title has Common Core connections.Mayor Pete: The Story of Pete Buttigieg (Who Did It First?)
By Rob Sanders. 2020
Get to know Mayor Pete Buttigieg, a first-of-his-kind candidate running for a one-of-a-kind office, in Rob Sanders' inspiring picture book…
biography, featuring illustrations by Levi Hastings.When Pete Buttigieg announced he was running for president, he became the first openly gay candidate to run for the Democratic party’s presidential nomination and the first millennial ever to pursue the office. But before the nation knew him as “Mayor Pete,” he was a boy growing up in a Rust Belt town, a kid who dreamed of being an astronaut, and a high schooler who wondered about a life of public service. Without a doubt, no one could have imagined who Peter Paul Montgomery Buttigieg, the boy who lived in a two-story house on College Street, would become. Through victories and defeats, and the changes that the seasons bring, the young boy from South Bend grew into a man devoted to helping others. Mayor Pete: The Story of Pete Buttigieg celebrates the life of an American who dared to be the first and who imagined a better world for everyone.A Who Did It First? BookPocket Bios: Nelson Mandela (Pocket Bios)
By Al Berenger. 2015
A colorfully illustrated, pocket-size picture book biography of activist, philanthropist, and South African President Nelson Mandela.Nelson Mandela was a South…
African revolutionary, activist, politician, and philanthropist who opposed apartheid and served as the president of South Africa as the country's first black head of state and the first representative elected democratically. He devoted much of his time in office to dismantling apartheid law and battling institutionalized racism in South Africa. He is the recipient of more than 250 honors worldwide, including the Nobel Peace Prize.Pocket Bios are full of personality, introducing readers to fascinating figures from history with simple storytelling and cheerful illustrations. Titles include men and women from history, exploration, the sciences, the arts, the ancient world, and more.