Facts and photographs about the inspiring journeys of these history-making men and women are accessible to beginning readers in these high-interest, biographies.
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Thomas Jefferson was our nation's third president, but his contributions to the United States started years before. Jefferson was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence-the document that is the foundation of country. Throughout his life he continued to work for the betterment of the nation. Fact-filled Rookie Read-About Biographies introduce the youngest readers to influential women and men, both past and present.
Take off on a journey with Amelia Earhart, one of America's most famous pilots. Simple text and illustrations introduce the world-famous woman pilot known for her long and daring flights.
In her debut picture book, Misty Copeland tells the story of a young girl–an every girl–whose confidence is fragile and who is questioning her own ability to reach the heights that Misty has reached. Misty encourages this young girl's faith in herself and shows her exactly how, through hard work and dedication, she too can become Firebird.
