History Maker Biographies
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Coretta Scott King
by Laura Hamilton Waxman
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Question: Who was known as the First Lady of the U.S. civil rights movement? Answer: Coretta Scott King. She helped her husband, Martin Luther King Jr., fight for equal rights for African Americans in the 1950's and 1960's. After his death, she continued to speak out for peace and equality for all people.
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Nat Love
by Deborah Underwood
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
True or False: After Nat Love became a cowboy, he never gave up riding the trails. False! After many years as a cowboy, Nat saw that railroads were connecting towns across the country. He wanted to keep up with the times. In 1889, Nat quit the cowboy life. He began working on trains instead.
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Sojourner Truth
by Laura Hamilton Waxman
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
True or False? Sojourner Truth chose her own name. True! When Sojourner Truth decided to change her life to become a traveling preacher, she changed her name. A freed slave, she wanted her new name to describe her new job.
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Melania Trump: First Lady & Be Best Backer
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This book takes a look at the life of First Lady Melania Trump, from her youth in Slovenia to her days in the White House. The book is complete with photographs, simple text, and a timeline. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Table of contents This great series continues to take a look into the lives of past and present distinguished people who have gone down in history for contributing to sports, society, science, entertainment, and more. Each title features relevant and/or historical photographs, photo captions, and a timeline.Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Anthony Fauci: Immunologist & COVID-19 Leader
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This title introduces young readers to Dr. Anthony Fauci, best known for his achievements in the sciences of contagious diseases and for his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. Readers will enjoy learning about Fauci's early years, education, and accomplishments. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Neil Armstrong
Astronaut & First Human to Walk on the Moon
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Readers will learn about Armstrong's early years, his time in the military, and how he joined NASA. They will also learn about his first mission into space and his second mission when he became the first man to walk on the moon! Each title is complete with simple text, a timeline, and great photographs of Armstrong from childhood to present times. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Tom Brady: NFL Great and Super Bowl MVP
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This title introduces young readers to Tom Brady, best known for his incredible achievements as a quarterback in the NFL with the New England Patriots and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Readers will enjoy learning about Brady's early life, high school and college football careers, and how he worked his way up in the NFL to be one of the greatest of all time. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Table of contents History Maker Biographies takes a look into the lives of past and present distinguished people who have gone down in history for contributing to sports, society, science, entertainment, and more. Each title features relevant and/or historical photographs, photo captions, and a timeline. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Amanda Gorman: Poet & Activist
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This title introduces young readers to Amanda Gorman, best known as the first Youth Poet Laureate and for her inaugural poem, "The Hill We Climb." Readers will enjoy learning about Gorman's early years, education, bibliography, and many accomplishments.
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Martin Luther King, Jr.
Civil Rights Leader
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This beginner biography takes a look into the life of Martin Luther King, Jr. and his leadership in the Civil Rights Movement. Complete with full-bleed relevant and historical photographs, timeline, glossary, and index. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Pope Francis
Religious Leader
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This beginner biography takes a look into the life of Pope Francis and his role in the Catholic Church. Complete with full-bleed relevant and historical photographs, timeline, glossary, and index. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Walt Disney
Animator & Founder
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This beginner biography takes a look into the life of Walt Disney and his innovative contributions to film and animation. Complete with full-bleed relevant and historical photographs, timeline, glossary, and index. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Louis Armstrong
by Judith Pinkerton Josephson
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
True or False? Louis Armstrong was often called The World's Greatest Trumpet Player." True! Louis Armstrong changed the sound of American music with his exciting, powerful trumpet-playing. He helped make jazz one of the world's most popular forms of music. And his gruff singing voice and shining personality made him one of the most popular entertainers of all time.
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Cesar Chavez
Latino American Civil Rights Activist
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This title introducing Cesar Chavez will make readers want to go out and make a change. The title starts off with Cesar's humble beginnings in Arizona with this poor family and takes you with him on his path to being one of the greatest advocates for Latino and farmworker rights. Complete with a timeline and wonderful historical photographs.
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Franklin D. Roosevelt
by Laura Hamilton Waxman
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Franklin Delano Roosevelt made history by being the first United States President to run for a third term, and in fact, he was elected to the presidency four consecutive terms. Go back in time to follow FDR as he leads America through some of the most difficult times it ever faced: The Great Depression and World War II.
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Marian Anderson
by Jane Sutcliffe
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
True or False? Marian Anderson once received a standing ovation before she even sang her song. True! On January 7, 1955 Marian Anderson was the first black person to sing with the Metropolitan Opera in New York City. The audience applauded for five minutes before she could start singing.
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Dr. Seuss
by Laura Hamilton Waxman
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Did you know Dr. Seuss is not a real doctor? Dr. Seuss was the fun name chosen by writer Theodor Geisel.
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Rosa Parks
Activist for Equality
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This title introducing the brave Rosa Parks will make readers think about what it was like living before and during the civil rights movement. Learn about Rosa's early life and that fateful and famous bus ride home from work that sparked a movement. Complete with a timeline and wonderful historical photographs.
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Harry Houdini
Illusionist & Stunt Performer
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
The name Harry Houdini is a household one and synonymous with magic and the art of disappearing. Yet, few know the real story of this entertainer and illusionist. This title will teach readers more about Erik Weisz and how he came to be known as the great Houdini. Complete with a timeline and wonderful historical photographs.
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Anne Hutchinson
by Susan Bivin Aller
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
In colonial Massachusetts, only men could be preachers. Anne Hutchinson angered church leaders by preaching about God during meetings in her home. The church leaders put Anne on trial for her spiritual teachings.
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Ella Fitzgerald
American Jazz Singer
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Ella Fitzgerald went from a poor girl living on the streets to the one of the greatest Jazz singers of her time and ours. This title will take readers through the grand life of Ella and show them that nothing can hold you back if you have a dream and determination. Complete with a timeline and wonderful historical photographs.
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Queen Elizabeth II
The World's Longest-Reigning Monarch
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Readers will learn about the queen's early years, how her father surprisingly became king, and why she had to take the crown at the young age of 25. Each title is complete with simple text, a timeline, and great photographs of Armstrong from childhood to present times. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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George Lucas
Filmmaker & Creator of Star Wars
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Readers will learn about the early years of George Lucas and how he got his start in film. The title will also cover when he created Star Wars and Indiana Jones. Each title is complete with simple text, a timeline, and great photographs of George Lucas from childhood to present times. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Stan Lee
Comic Book Writer & Creator of Spider-Man
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Readers will learn about Stan Lee's early years, how he got into the comic business, and when he came up with his extremely popular characters like Spider-Man! Each title is complete with simple text, a timeline, and great photographs of Lee from childhood to present times. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Hillary Clinton
Remarkable American Politician
by Dan Kinney
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Readers will learn about the early years of Hillary Clinton and how she got her start in politics. They will also learn about her political career and her two attempts at the presidency. Each title is complete with simple text, a timeline, and great photographs of Clinton from childhood to present times. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Jane Goodall
Chimpanzee Expert & Activist
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This beginner biography takes a look into the life and career of Jane Goodall and her groundbreaking discoveries of apes. Complete with full-bleed relevant and historical photographs, timeline, glossary, and index. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Jackie Robinson
Baseball Legend
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This beginner biography takes a look into the life and career of Jackie Robinson and how he broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball. Complete with full-bleed relevant and historical photographs, timeline, glossary, and index. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Malala Yousafzai
Education Activist
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This beginner biography takes a look into the life of Malala Yousafzai and her advocacy of girls' education. Complete with full-bleed relevant and historical photographs, timeline, glossary, and index. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Eleanor Roosevelt
First Lady & Equal Rights Advocate
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Though Eleanor Roosevelt was born into wealth, she still took great responsibility for the poor and struggling. This title takes you through Eleanor's life and depicts how she forever changed the role of the First Lady. Complete with a timeline and wonderful historical photographs.
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Amelia Earhart
Aviation Pioneer
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This title introducing the great Amelia Earhart will make readers soar. The book starts off with Amelia's beginnings and takes you with her on her path to becoming one of the most famous aviators and females of her time and ours. Complete with a timeline and wonderful historical photographs.
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Michelle Obama
Former First Lady & Role Model
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Readers will learn about the early years of Michelle Obama, her impressive careers, and her years in the White House as the First Lady of the United States. Each title is complete with simple text, a timeline, and great photographs of Obama from childhood to present times. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Benjamin Banneker
by Catherine A. Welch
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
True or False? Benjamin Banneker used a telescope and mathematics to predict a solar eclipse. True! In 1789, Banneker calculated when the moon would pass between the earth and sun. And he did it without any formal math or science training. As a young boy, he worked on the farm owned by his father, who was a freed slave in Maryland. He helped to survey and plot out the site for the U.S. capital city, Washington, D.C. He also published several almanacs that helped farmers, merchants, and sailors predict the weather and know the dates of holidays and festivals.
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Jackie Robinson
by Stephanie Sammartino McPherson
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Did you know that not all Brooklyn Dodgers fans and players welcomed Jackie Robinson to the team in 1947? Some fans and teammates weren't welcoming to a black player at first. But Jackie's great playing soon won them over.
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Barack Obama
by Jane Sutcliffe
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
Did you know Barack Obama's family comes from three different countries? His mother was born and raised in the United States. His father came from Kenya, in Africa. His stepfather came from Indonesia.
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Walt Disney: Animator & Founder
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This beginner biography takes a look into the life of Walt Disney and his innovative contributions to film and animation. Complete with full-bleed relevant and historical photographs, timeline, glossary, and index.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Reviewed Table of contents History Maker Biographies takes a look into the lives of past and present distinguished people who have gone down in history for contributing to sports, society, science, entertainment, and more. Each title features relevant and/or historical photographs, photo captions, and a timeline.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Jill Biden: Educator & First Lady of the United States
by Elizabeth Andrews
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This title introduces young readers to Dr. Jill Biden, best known for her roles as Second and First Lady of the United States and as an educator. Readers will love learning about Biden's early years, her education, and accomplishments. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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John Lewis: Congressman & Civil Rights Activist
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This title introduces young readers to John Lewis, best known for his role during the Civil Rights era, for walking alongside Martin Luther King, Jr., and for his work as a congressman. Readers will enjoy learning about Lewis' early years, and his incredible achievements both socially and politically. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Jackie Robinson: Baseball Legend
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This beginner biography takes a look into the life and career of Jackie Robinson and how he broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball. Complete with full-bleed relevant and historical photographs, timeline, glossary, and index.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words Index Reviewed Table of contents History Maker Biographies takes a look into the lives of past and present distinguished people who have gone down in history for contributing to sports, society, science, entertainment, and more. Each title features relevant and/or historical photographs, photo captions, and a timeline.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Kamala Harris: First Female Vice President of the United States
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This title introduces young readers to Kamala Harris, best known for being the first female, Black, and Indian Vice President of the United States. Readers will enjoy learning about Harris's accomplishments in law and politics, as both a senator and the VP. Aligned to Common Core standards & correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Table of contents History Maker Biographies takes a look into the lives of past and present distinguished people who have gone down in history for contributing to sports, society, science, entertainment, and more. Each title features relevant and/or historical photographs, photo captions, and a timeline. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.
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Jim Henson: Master Muppets Puppeteer & Filmmaker
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This book takes a look at the life of Jim Henson, maker and creator of lovable Muppet characters like Kermit the Frog, Bert and Ernie, Big Bird, and Miss Piggy. The title is complete with historical black and white and color photographs, simple text, and a timeline. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Table of contents This great series continues to take a look into the lives of past and present distinguished people who have gone down in history for contributing to sports, society, science, entertainment, and more. Each title features relevant and/or historical photographs, photo captions, and a timeline.Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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Steve Jobs: Computer Pioneer & Co-Founder of Apple
by Grace Hansen
Part of the History Maker Biographies series
This book takes a look at the life of Apple Co-Founder and personal computer pioneer, Steve Jobs. The book is complete with photographs from Jobs' early life, simple text, and a timeline. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO. Detailed maps Glossary of key words Index Table of contents This great series continues to take a look into the lives of past and present distinguished people who have gone down in history for contributing to sports, society, science, entertainment, and more. Each title features relevant and/or historical photographs, photo captions, and a timeline.Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
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