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Dalai Lama

Meeg Pincus (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534180956

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of the Dalai Lama, the 14th spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.

Sojourner Truth: Fighting for Freedom

Jeri Cipriano (author) Scott R. Brooks (illustrator)

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group ISBN: 9781634409957

Sojourner Truth was born to slaves. She had no choice. But when she grew to be a young mother herself, she ran away with her child looking for freedom. She used her voice to speak for all slaves wanting to be free.

Daniel Inouye World War II Hero and Senator

Jennifer Marino Walters (author) Scott R. Brooks (illustrator)

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group ISBN: 9781634408974

Daniel Inouye was born in Hawaii to parents who came from Japan. He had a happy life as a child until 1941 when the Japanese military bombed Pearl Harbor in his hometown. As war broke out, Daniel's life changed forever. He fought in the U.S. Army against the Japanese and then went on to serve Hawaii and his country in the U.S. Senate.

Cesar Chavez Friend to Farm Workers

Jeri Cipriano (author) Nigel Dobbyn (illustrator)

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group ISBN: 9781634409711

As a child, Cesar Chavez worked on farms with his family. He felt the workers were not treated well. Cesar used his voice to become a leader in making sure farm workers were paid better and treated fairly.

Maria Tallchief: Prima Ballerina

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618919687

With grace and determination, Maria Tallchief became the world’s first Native American prima ballerina! Her story of triumph dances through the pages of this leveled reader. A profile, hometown map, timeline, and other features highlight Maria’s rise to success!

Dolly Parton: Country Music Star

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618919670

Dolly Parton may have built her fame on a country music career, but she has become a powerhouse in other industries, too! The pages of this title follow Dolly’s beginnings in music, her thriving free book program, and more. Features such as a profile, timeline, and quotes showcase her star-studded life!

Carpenters

Kieran Downs (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618919519

Carpenters help build the world! Whether they’re raising buildings or making furniture, these helpers work hard to get the job done. This engaging title uses leveled text and vibrant photos to explore the ins and outs of a carpenter’s job, from their daily duties to the tools they use. Special features introduce carpenter skills and gear, and a picture glossary helps illustrate important words.

Carla Hayden: Librarian of Congress

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618919663

A true symbol of progress, Carla Hayden is both the first African American and the first woman to become Librarian of Congress! This title uses leveled text to show how Carla turned her love of reading into a successful and respected career. Fun features such as quotes, a hometown map, and more illustrate Carla’s leadership!

Ava DuVernay: Movie Director

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618919656

Ava DuVernay is an award-winning director! This impressive woman surpassed critics and found success in the movie business. This engaging title incorporates factual text, a profile, timeline and more that highlight Ava’s powerful presence in the film industry!

Vera Wang: Fashion Designer

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618917805

Despite childhood dreams of becoming an Olympic ice skater, Vera Wang found her true calling in the world of fashion. Since the early 1990s, she has built a fashion empire known for beautiful, unique designs. This book follows Vera’s rise with leveled text, great photos, and special features such as a profile, a timeline, quotes, and more!

Simone Biles: Olympic Gymnast

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618917799

After years of dedication and diligent training, Simone Biles and her collection of gold medals have proven she is the greatest gymnast of her time! She is still a young woman with a lot to prove as she gears up for another Olympic games. Follow Simone’s path to greatness in this title for early readers. Special features include a hometown map, a profile, quotes and more.

Michelle Howard: Four-star Admiral

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618917782

Faced with constant career challenges, Michelle Howard has defied the historically male-dominated military to become the first female four-star admiral in the U.S. Navy! With a strong belief in the strength of diverse voices, her leadership has lead to heroic feats. Inspiring quotations and photos, a map, a timeline, and more highlight the life of this leading lady!

Melinda Gates: Philanthropist

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618917775

Using her wealth and technological genius to help people around the world, Melinda Gates is one woman who knows how to lead the way! She runs the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, working to provide opportunities and hope all walks of life. A profile, timeline, hometown map, and other special features add visual support to leveled text in this feel-good title.

Emma Watson: Women's Rights Activist

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618917768

Many know her from her role as Hermione from the Harry Potter film series. But Emma Watson has proven she has a lot to fight for in real life as well! She has led the way by becoming a UN ambassador and starting a campaign for gender equality. Through leveled text, a hometown map, a timeline, and more, discover how Emma Watson has become an inspiration for generations to come!

Ann Bancroft: Explorer

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618917751

From exploring 1,000 miles of the Arctic tundra on dogsled to skiing across Antarctica, Ann Bancroft is no stranger to adventure! Her travels have taken her all around the world, making the outdoors her classroom. Discover the life of this explorer through engaging text and photos in this low-level title. Special features include a profile, career timeline, and inspirational quotes.

Stephen Curry

Katlin Sarantou (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534159952

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Stephen Curry in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.

Selena Quintanilla-Pérez

Katlin Sarantou (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534159884

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Selena Quintanilla-Pérez in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.

Serena Williams

Katlin Sarantou (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534159945

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Serena Williams in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.

Simone Biles

Katlin Sarantou (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534159921

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Simone Biles in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.

J.J. Watt

Katlin Sarantou (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534159938

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of J.J. Watt in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.

Oprah Winfrey

Katlin Sarantou (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534159914

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Oprah Winfrey in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.

Michelle Obama

Katlin Sarantou (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534159891

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Michelle Obama in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.

Misty Copeland

Katlin Sarantou (author) Jeff Bane (illustrator)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781534159907

The My Itty-Bitty Bio series are biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Misty Copeland in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter.

Dolores Huerta: Labor Activist

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618916716

Yes she could! Dolores Huerta inspired workers and led the way for change in wages and working conditions. This low-level text follows her journey from teacher to activist, and the challenges she had to face as a woman in these roles. A timeline, inspirational quotes, and other features add to this engaging title for beginning readers.

Kathleen Kennedy: Movie Producer

Kate Moening (author)

Publisher: Bellwether Media Inc. ISBN: 9781618916723

From ET the Extra-Terrestrial to the Star Wars saga, Kathleen Kennedy knows how to make a hit movie! Fact-filled text covers her humble beginnings as a camera operator to her current position as head of Lucasfilm. A profile, timeline, hometown map, and other special features add visual support to leveled text in this fun title.