Biography

Elon Musk was born in South Africa but his influence has spanned the globe—and even beyond. He made a name for himself as the founder of SpaceX, cofounder of Tesla, and owner of X.com… Read More →

"She's another Eleanor Roosevelt. You've got to meet her."—Sam From This evocative biography tells the story of Evelyn Hooker, the extraordinary woman behind the research, advocacy, and… Read More →

This fifth title of author Jacqueline Briggs Martin's award-winning Food Heroes series features Farmer Eva Sommaripa, who founded Eva's Garden in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts, a place "so… Read More →

Award-winning author Jeff Gottesfeld and #OwnVoices co-writer Michelle Y. Green introduce us to another important historical figure who deserves to be better known. Along with illustrator… Read More →

Nearly every day there's another news story or pop cultural anecdote related to feminism and women's rights. #YesAllWomen, conversations around consent, equal pay, access to contraception,… Read More →

Florence Price (1887–1953), an American composer and pianist, was a trailblazer as the first African American woman to gain recognition in classical music. Her compositions, blending… Read More →

Hunger continues to be an international problem. This true story of how one ordinary person did something extraordinary shows how everyone can do something to make a difference. Readers will Read More →

Frederic Chopin (1810–1849), a Polish-French composer and pianist of the Romantic era, was renowned for his emotive and expressive piano compositions, such as the "Nocturnes" and the… Read More →

Decades after her death, Mexican artist Frida Kahlo remains an icon for Chicanos as well as for the feminist and LGBTQ+ movements. On September 17, 1925, Frida Kahlo stepped onto a bus in… Read More →

In 2017 the movie Wonder Woman became a box-office hit, breaking records and earning hundreds of millions of dollars. Israeli actor Gal Gadot played Wonder Woman—a fierce and compassionate… Read More →

George Frideric Handel (1685–1759), a German-born Baroque composer, achieved international acclaim for his operas, oratorios, and instrumental compositions. Notable works include Messiah and Read More →

George Morrison, a skilled Ojibwe artist, grew up on the shores of Lake Superior, and by the age of nine was known for his drawing and creative talents. He graduated from the Minneapolis… Read More →

Grant West, founder of Walker West Music Academy in St. Paul, Minnesota, has dedicated more than thirty years to shaping the lives of children through the transformative power of music. As a Read More →

Appalled by government apathy regarding climate change, 15-year-old Swedish activist Greta Thunberg started a protest in front of the her country's parliament building in August 2018. She… Read More →

Harry is the son of King Charles and Princess Diana. Meghan is an American actress, philanthropist, and humanitarian. When news of their whirlwind romance hit front pages in 2016, fans around Read More →

Harry Styles is a well-known singer, actor, and style icon. At a young age, he already loved performing. He'd dress up in costume and imitate other famous singers. Then in 2010, he auditioned Read More →

Harry Styles is a music icon! He sings, writes songs, and acts. His star has shone brightly since he rose to fame in 2010 as a contestant on The X Factor. Learn all about this talented… Read More →

Inspire boys to be confident and caring with the stories of twenty-five fascinating men in the innovative fields of HEAL—Health, Education, Arts, and Literacy. He Can HEAL: Arts and Literacy Read More →

Inspire boys to be confident and caring with the stories of twenty-five fascinating men in the innovative fields of health and education. He Can HEAL: Health and Education tells the stories… Read More →

Helen Keller was an American author and educator who was blind and deaf. Even though she could not see or hear like most people, she finished college and became a powerful writer and speaker Read More →