On September 25, 1981, Sandra Day O'Connor became the first woman to be a Supreme Court Justice in United States history. But who was Sandra Day O'Connor? By challenging the assumptions of what women could and should do, Sandra opened the doors for others to do the same. Sandra Day O'Connor was the first, but her work ensured that she would not be the last!
Sonia Sotomayor rose to a seat on the highest court in the country. This early reader biography introduces young readers to her life and achievements in a simple, age-appropriate way.
Jonas Salk was a Jewish medical researcher whose polio vaccine saved countless lives around the world. This early reader biography shares his life and legacy in a simple, age-appropriate way.
From humble beginnings as a Jewish immigrant, Irving Berlin rose to musical fame, leaving behind a legacy that still delights listeners young and old. This early reader biography explores Berlin's life and legacy in a simple, age-appropriate way.
Ellen Ochoa made history as the first Latina astronaut in space. This early reader biography presents her life and accomplishments in a simple, age-appropriate way.
Dolores Huerta has worked for decades in support of laborers, farm workers, immigrants, women, and people living in poverty. Her tireless activism is presented in this early reader biography in a simple and age-appropriate way.
This biography celebrates the life and legacy of civil rights icon Cesar Chavez in a simple, age-appropriate way. Early readers learn about the movement Chavez helped launch to bring dignity and justice to the lives of America's farm workers.
Early readers are invited to meet Battlin' Bella in this simple, age-appropriate biography of Bella Abzug, a Jewish representative to Congress who made a name for herself fighting for equal rights for women.
This biography introduces early readers to the strength and resilience of Jewish Holocaust victim Anne Frank in a simple, age-appropriate way. It shows how her life and her legacy bring hope for a better world.
Many know Marie Antoinette as the last Queen of France, overthrown during the French Revolution, but few know she was also a mother, adopted orphans, and helped the poor and needy. This biography for early readers examines her life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. This title helps all readers learn about a historical female leader who made a difference in our world.
Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba was a strong African queen, ruling over the Ambundu Kingdoms of Ndongo and Matamba. This biography for early readers examines her life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. This title helps all readers learn about a historical female leader who made a difference in our world.
Queen Charlotte was Queen of Great Britain and Ireland and may have been Britain's first Black queen. This biography for early readers examines her life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. This title helps all readers learn about a historical female leader who made a difference in our world.
Empress Wu Zetian is still known today as one of the greatest emperors in the history of China. This biography for early readers examines her life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. This title helps all readers learn about a historical female leader who made a difference in our world.
Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt and a queen of the ancient world, was known as a brilliant leader. This biography for early readers examines her life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. This title helps all readers learn about a historical female leader who made a difference in our world.
Catherine the Great was a formidable Russian empress who gained the throne by overthrowing her husband, Peter III. This biography for early readers examines her life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. This title helps all readers learn about a historical female leader who made a difference in our world.
Meet Vilissa Thompson, an advocate for disabled people, especially disabled women of color, in this biography for early readers. This book examines her life and impact in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities.
The Amazing Rise of Jeremy Lin takes readers inside the unexpected NBA career rise of Jeremy Lin during his 2011-2012 season with the New York Knicks. Provides background leading up to Lin's mega-popularity, review of the season, why the world was shocked, and what happened afterward. From players no one believed in to teams no one thought could win, Underdogs: Sports Champions covers some of history's greatest underdogs. Written in a strong narrative nonfiction style, the storytelling in these books will captivate readers. The series includes considerate vocabulary, engaging content, clear text and formatting, and compelling photos. Educational sidebars include extra fun facts and information.
Ralph Braun, an inventor and businessman, revolutionized mobility for disabled people. This biography for early readers examines his life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easter Seals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
Muddy Waters explores how Muddy Waters made incredible contributions to American music and culture, captivating audiences with memorable melodies and rhythms. Covers early life, his rise to fame with his music, and his lasting impact. Groundbreakers: Black Musicians introduces some of the greats. Creating music, broadening perspectives, and increasing awareness, the musicians' stories will engage students while emphasizing the importance of the arts.
Lizzo explores how Lizzo has made incredible contributions to American music and culture, captivating audiences with memorable melodies and rhythms. Covers early life, her rise to fame with her music, and her lasting impact. Groundbreakers: Black Musicians introduces some of the greats. Creating music, broadening perspectives, and increasing awareness, the musicians' stories will engage students while emphasizing the importance of the arts.
Kendrick Lamar explores how Kendrick Lamar has made incredible contributions to American music and culture, captivating audiences with memorable melodies and rhythms. Covers early life, his rise to fame with his music, and his lasting impact. Groundbreakers: Black Musicians introduces some of the greats. Creating music, broadening perspectives, and increasing awareness, the musicians' stories will engage students while emphasizing the importance of the arts.
Emmy award-winner Leroy Moore, Jr. founded the Krip-Hop Nation, a hip-hop movement for people with disabilities. This biography for early readers examines his life and impact in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easterseals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
Judy Heumann, a leader in the disabled community, has made the world more accessible. This biography for early readers examines her life in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easterseals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.
Jimi Hendrix explores how Jimi Hendrix made incredible contributions to American music and culture, captivating audiences with memorable melodies and rhythms. Covers early life, his rise to fame with his music, and his lasting impact. Groundbreakers: Black Musicians introduces some of the greats. Creating music, broadening perspectives, and increasing awareness, the musicians' stories will engage students while emphasizing the importance of the arts.
Say hello to sportscaster Jason Benetti, the voice of the Chicago White Sox, in this biography for early readers. This book examines his life and impact in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Developed in partnership with Easter Seals and written by a member of the disability community, this title helps all readers learn from those who make a difference in our world. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, inclusion, and the values that readers of all ages can aspire to.