Biography & Autobiography
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10 at 10: The Surprising Childhoods of Ten Remarkable People
Audrey Hepburn, Roberto Clemente, Albert Einstein—kids know the names, but do they know what some of history's most famous figures were like at the age of ten? Carlyn Beccia presents ten… Read More →
50 American Heroes Every Kid Should Meet, 3rd Edition
How quickly can you name 50 American heroes? They can be men or women, young or old, from the past or present, living or dead, but they all must have made an exceptional positive… Read More →
60 American Heroes Every Kid Should Meet
Sixty remarkable Americans and their inspiring stories are included in this unique book. Intended as a starting point for learning more about these important American heroes, each biography… Read More →
Aaron Donald
From the Series Sports All-Stars (Lerner ™ Sports)
Aaron Donald's size, speed, and strength make him one of the toughest defensive linemen in football. See how the Los Angeles Rams player reached the NFL, what he does to stay strong, and much more. Read More →
Aaron Donald vs. Reggie White: Who Would Win?
From the Series All-Star Smackdown (Lerner ™ Sports)
Football fans celebrate the speed and power of superstar defensive linemen Aaron Donald and Reggie White. The athletes' skills have helped them win many awards and gain incredible stats.… Read More →
Aaron Judge
From the Series Sports All-Stars (Lerner ™ Sports)
Aaron Judge broke a thirty-year-old MLB record and won the home run derby—as a rookie. And he shows no signs of slowing down. Sports fans will love this high-action book about one of… Read More →
Aaron Judge vs. Babe Ruth: Who Would Win?
From the Series All-Star Smackdown (Lerner ™ Sports)
Aaron Judge and Babe Ruth both slugged their way to fame and fortune with the New York Yankees. With nearly 1,000 home runs between them, they are two of the greatest power hitters in the… Read More →
Aaron Rodgers
From the Series Amazing Athletes
Many people believed NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers would quickly become a star when he joined the Green Bay Packers in 2005. But as the backup to Brett Favre, Aaron didn't get to play much… Read More →
Aaron Rodgers
From the Series Sports All-Stars (Lerner ™ Sports)
Aaron Rodgers is the star quarterback for the Green Bay Packers, and he has the stats to prove it. He reached 300 touchdown passes faster than any other quarterback in NFL history. Even… Read More →
Abby Wambach
From the Series Amazing Athletes
Right out of college, Abby Wambach shot to fame in the United States soccer scene. In 2002, she was picked second in the Women's United Soccer Association draft by the Washington Freedom. She Read More →
Abby Wambach: Super Striker
From the Series Epic Sports Bios (Lerner ™ Sports)
Soccer superstar Abby Wambach grew up playing sports with her six older brothers and sisters. They helped her become one of the world’s best athletes. Wambach and Team USA won two Olympic… Read More →
A Boy Named Beckoning: The True Story of Dr. Carlos Montezuma, Native American Hero
This story reveals the remarkable life of a Native American boy named Wassaja, or "Beckoning," who was kidnapped from his Yavapai tribe and sold as a slave. Adopted by an Italian photographer Read More →
Activista ambiental Wangari Maathai (Environmental Activist Wangari Maathai)
From the Series Biografías de pioneros STEM (STEM Trailblazer Bios)
¿Alguna vez has intentado encontrar formas de resolver un problema en tu comunidad? Wangari Maathai trabajó para resolver una crisis ambiental y ayudar a las personas al mismo tiempo. Cuando Read More →
Ada Byron Lovelace & the Thinking Machine
Ada Lovelace, the daughter of the famous romantic poet, Lord Byron, develops her creativity through science and math. When she meets Charles Babbage, the inventor of the first mechanical… Read More →
Adele: Music Megastar
From the Series Gateway Biographies
Adele is known for her emotional songs and powerful voice. For a while Adele’s music career was in danger. She was having problems with her voice and had surgery. Fans wondered if they would… Read More →
Adele: Soulful Singer
From the Series Pop Culture Bios
You probably know Adele as the powerful, Grammy Award-winning soul singer of hits like "Rolling in the Deep" and "Set Fire to the Rain." But did you know that she: • was almost expelled… Read More →
Adrian Peterson
From the Series Amazing Athletes
Running back Adrian Peterson of the Minnesota Vikings didn't waste any time proving that he belonged in the National Football League (NFL). During his first season in 2007, Adrian set the… Read More →
Aerospace Engineer Aprille Ericsson
From the Series STEM Trailblazer Bios
Have you ever built a cool science project? In middle school, Aprille Ericsson won second place in a science fair. She knew she wanted to keep creating amazing science projects. As an adult,… Read More →
A Fairy-Tale Life: A Story about Hans Christian Anderson
From the Series Creative Minds Biographies
Young Hans Christian knew how life should be--just like a fairy tale. But, while he was growing up in Odense, Denmark, his life didn't seem much like a fairy tale. Although everyone was… Read More →
A Head Full of Notions: A Story about Robert Fulton
From the Series Creative Minds Biographies
Robert Fulton was an American inventor born in 1765. Some of his accomplishments include designing some of the first submarines and designing the first commercially successful steamboat, the Clemont. Read More →
A Hunger for Learning: A Story about Booker T. Washington
From the Series Creative Minds Biographies
When nine-year-old Booker T. Washington was finally freed from slavery, he soon discovered that freedom had a price, and that he had to work, and work hard, to make his way in the world.… Read More →
A'ja Wilson
From the Series Sports All-Stars (Lerner ™ Sports)
Las Vegas Aces power forward A'ja Wilson is a two-time WNBA All-Star. Discover how this MVP stays in shape, learn about her performance on the court, and get a glimpse at her life outside of… Read More →
A King's Guide
From the Series How-To Guides for Fiendish Rulers
I am a powerful medieval king. I have an impressive castle, I like to be entertained by music and jesters, and I'm not afraid of an intense battle. But being a king isn't easy. There are a… Read More →
Albert Einstein: Relativity Rock Star
From the Series Gateway Biographies
Albert Einstein rewrote the rules of physics and changed how scientists see space and time forever. Learn how a boy who struggled in school became one of history's most renowned scientists. Read More →