Biographies

Civil Rights Crusaders
Important changes to prevailing views never come easily. It’s only because of the hard work of the inspirational leaders of the Civil Rights Movement that change came to the United States, and people began to see that all people should be treated equally. This insightful series explores the lives of...

Coretta Scott King
Martin Luther King, Jr. wasn’t the only influential leader in the King family—his wife Coretta was an important civil rights activist, too. This book introduces readers to Coretta Scott King through her involvement with the African American fight for freedom and her lifelong dedication to equality f...

Coretta Scott King
Martin Luther King, Jr. wasn’t the only influential leader in the King family—his wife Coretta was an important civil rights activist, too. This book introduces readers to Coretta Scott King through her involvement with the African American fight for freedom and her lifelong dedication to equality f...

Jesse Jackson
Still an active member of the political process today, Jesse Jackson has been a voice for African Americans since the 1960s. This book chronicles Jackson’s journey from humble beginnings in South Carolina to prominent civil rights activist, politician, and leader of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition. Enhan...

Jesse Jackson
Still an active member of the political process today, Jesse Jackson has been a voice for African Americans since the 1960s. This book chronicles Jackson’s journey from humble beginnings in South Carolina to prominent civil rights activist, politician, and leader of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition. Enhan...

Malcolm X
Malcolm X was a courageous advocate for the rights of African Americans who led a fascinating, if sadly short, life. From his work for the Nation of Islam to his assassination, this book delicately handles the life of this important civil rights leader with age-appropriate language and content and a...

Malcolm X
Malcolm X was a courageous advocate for the rights of African Americans who led a fascinating, if sadly short, life. From his work for the Nation of Islam to his assassination, this book delicately handles the life of this important civil rights leader with age-appropriate language and content and a...

Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the most influential leaders of civil rights movement in the United States. Including famous quotes from his speeches, stirring photographs from his many public appearances, and a timeline of important events, this book introduces King’s message of nonviolence in an...

Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. was one of the most influential leaders of civil rights movement in the United States. Including famous quotes from his speeches, stirring photographs from his many public appearances, and a timeline of important events, this book introduces King’s message of nonviolence in an...

Rosa Parks
In 1955, Rosa Parks bravely refused to obey a bus driver who ordered her to give up her seat because she was black. While she is best known for this action that sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott, Parks had actually been involved in civil rights work for years. This book puts Parks’s courageous stan...

Rosa Parks
In 1955, Rosa Parks bravely refused to obey a bus driver who ordered her to give up her seat because she was black. While she is best known for this action that sparked the Montgomery Bus Boycott, Parks had actually been involved in civil rights work for years. This book puts Parks’s courageous stan...

Thurgood Marshall
Thurgood Marshall was an important pioneer in the civil rights movement both for his work as the lawyer who helped overturn school segregation and as the first African American on the Supreme Court. In this book, readers explore Marshall’s life through his historical accomplishments which are enhanc...

Thurgood Marshall
Thurgood Marshall was an important pioneer in the civil rights movement both for his work as the lawyer who helped overturn school segregation and as the first African American on the Supreme Court. In this book, readers explore Marshall’s life through his historical accomplishments which are enhanc...

Brad Paisley
Brad Paisley became a country music star at a young age. He played guitar for an audience when he was just 10 years old and became a radio star 2 years later. Today, Brad is one of the brightest stars on the country music scene, winning both country music awards as well as Grammys. Students will rea...

Carrie Underwood
Carrie Underwood’s amazing music career began on television in front of millions of people. In 2005, she won American Idol and quickly became one of the most successful singers of country and popular music. The future is bright for this talented young singer, who has already won several Grammys. Thi...

Country Music Stars, The Complete Set
The rhythms of country music are only growing in popularity. New dynamic stars, as well as some true classics, are constantly surfacing and resurfacing on the horizon of country music celebrity. This collection examines the lives and careers of some of country music hottest stars and most interestin...

Country Music Stars: Set 1
For all those who enjoy the sweet twang of some quality country tunes, this series is the ideal collection of biographies on the genre’s hottest stars. From the guitars and musicality of the Rascal Flatts to the vocal styling of Carrie Underwood, each book carefully details the life of the star or b...

Country Music Stars: Set 2
Country music is more popular today than ever. This high-interest series uses accessible text to highlight the lives of several accomplished country musicians. Some stars, such as Julianne Hough, are new to the music scene. Others, such as Tim McGraw, have been in the spotlight for years. All of the...

Faith Hill
Any true country music fan will love this book, which details this talented artist’s rise from humble beginnings to the top of the country music charts. Raised in rural Mississippi, Faith Hill moved to Nashville to pursue a music career. She has become one of country music’s brightest stars. She is ...

Julianne Hough
Julianne Hough first became famous on the hit TV show Dancing with the Stars. An award-winning dancer, she won the competition twice. Despite her great success in the world of dance, Julianne’s dream was to become a country music singer. This book tells the story of how this young star pursued her d...

Keith Urban
This book tells readers about one of the hottest country singers today. Keith grew up in New Zealand and Australia but moved to Nashville with the dream of becoming a star. Raised on country music, he learned the guitar at an early age. Thanks to hard work and raw talent, Keith was able to fulfill h...

Kenny Chesney
Few musicians have been named Entertainer of the Year as many times and by as many organizations as Kenny Chesney. Although he didn’t learn to play the guitar until he was 19, Kenny dedicated himself to becoming a great musician and songwriter. Today, he is one of the most popular figures in country...

Miranda Lambert
Miranda Lambert is a fresh voice in the world of country music. Driven to perform from an early age, Miranda learned to play the guitar because she wanted to write her own songs. She formed her own band when she was only in her teens. Miranda’s big break came when she competed on the TV show Nashvil...

Rascal Flatts
Rascal Flatts is one of today’s most popular country-music acts. Each of the band’s three members—Gary LeVox, Jay DeMarcus, and Joe Don Rooney—has unique talents. Together, they produce number-one hits and put on spectacular concerts for sold-out audiences everywhere. This book tells readers more ab...

Sugarland
Hoping to make an impact in the world of country music, three country music artists pooled their talents to form the band Sugarland. Their very first performance wowed audiences and critics, and Sugarland’s music has consistently topped the charts ever since. Now a duo, Sugarland continues to be one...

Taylor Swift
Taylor Swift had a dream—she wanted to be a singer. After learning to compose and write music at a young age, Taylor now writes songs that capture the hearts of music fans everywhere. She performs alongside the very musicians who have been her inspiration. This book tells the story of this singer-so...

Tim McGraw
Tim McGraw is a country music singer who has far exceeded his dreams. After years of number-one albums and a record-breaking tour with his wife Faith Hill, he is still at the top of the charts. Tim’s popularity has even extended into television and movies. This engaging biography takes readers backs...

Toby Keith
Toby Keith has been a big name in country music for over 15 years. However, he wasn’t always a star. Toby had several jobs before he decided to pursue his love of music. Not one to shy away from the spotlight, Toby sings, and speaks out, about his love for his nation and the country music way of lif...

Graphic American History (Graphic Heroes of the American Revolution/Graphic History of the American West Combo Set)
American history is fresh and exciting in this unique collection. The engaging graphic novel style of these books will captivate even the most reluctant readers, allowing them to be immersed in thrilling tales of early American adventures. Readers discover the heroes of the American Revolution, seei...

George Washington and the Winter at Valley Forge
The survival of the American troops during the brutal winter at Valley Forge is one of the most harrowing tales of the Revolutionary War. In this book, readers witness the dedication of a civilian army that persevered through a fatal lack of supplies in order to continue the fight for independence f...

George Washington and the Winter at Valley Forge
The survival of the American troops during the brutal winter at Valley Forge is one of the most harrowing tales of the Revolutionary War. In this book, readers witness the dedication of a civilian army that persevered through a fatal lack of supplies in order to continue the fight for independence f...

Graphic Heroes of the American Revolution
This vivid series focuses on the most famous heroes of the American Revolution and will entice even reluctant young readers with its eye-catching illustrations in the graphic novel style. Crucial moments in the epic battle between the American colonies and the British are presented from the point of...

John Adams and the Boston Massacre
Why did one of the most prominent patriots of his time defend British soldiers for opening fire on a Boston mob? The answer to this probing question can be found in this thought-provoking book. Readers discover the facts behind the Boston Massacre, which ultimately left five colonists dead. The ensu...

John Adams and the Boston Massacre
Why did one of the most prominent patriots of his time defend British soldiers for opening fire on a Boston mob? The answer to this probing question can be found in this thought-provoking book. Readers discover the facts behind the Boston Massacre, which ultimately left five colonists dead. The ensu...

Paul Revere and His Midnight Ride
The thrilling story of one of the most famous horse rides in American history awaits readers in this book. Paul Revere’s journey to warn colonial leaders of the coming British invasion is told with illuminating detail, blending important facts with an easy-to-follow narrative. Presented in the form ...

Paul Revere and His Midnight Ride
The thrilling story of one of the most famous horse rides in American history awaits readers in this book. Paul Revere’s journey to warn colonial leaders of the coming British invasion is told with illuminating detail, blending important facts with an easy-to-follow narrative. Presented in the form ...

Samuel Adams and the Boston Tea Party
Samuel Adams is one of the most well known figures in the American fight for independence. His impassioned speeches helped motivate colonists to take action against British taxes, which led to the famous act of rebellion known as the Boston Tea Party. Told in the form of a graphic novel, this book w...

Samuel Adams and the Boston Tea Party
Samuel Adams is one of the most well known figures in the American fight for independence. His impassioned speeches helped motivate colonists to take action against British taxes, which led to the famous act of rebellion known as the Boston Tea Party. Told in the form of a graphic novel, this book w...

Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence is one of the most important documents in American history. In this enthralling book, readers discover the fascinating story behind its creation. They journey into the world of Thomas Jefferson as he struggles to create the words from which America emerged as a new na...

Thomas Jefferson and the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence is one of the most important documents in American history. In this enthralling book, readers discover the fascinating story behind its creation. They journey into the world of Thomas Jefferson as he struggles to create the words from which America emerged as a new na...

Thomas Paine Writes Common Sense
The words of Thomas Paine truly inspired the fight for American independence. He helped define the aims of the Revolutionary War. He even rode alongside George Washington in the 1783 parade celebrating America’s victory. This book teaches readers about his journey from making corsets in England to f...

Thomas Paine Writes Common Sense
The words of Thomas Paine truly inspired the fight for American independence. He helped define the aims of the Revolutionary War. He even rode alongside George Washington in the 1783 parade celebrating America’s victory. This book teaches readers about his journey from making corsets in England to f...

Andrew Jackson
These biographies introduce young readers to important figures in American history. Ideal for report and correlated to the social studies curriculum, the series presents a straightforward account of each individual's life and times and describes how each person contributed to the shaping of our nati...

Anne Hutchinson
These biographies introduce young readers to important figures in American history. Ideal for reports and correlated to the social studies curriculum, the series presents a straightforward account of each individual’s life and times and describes how each person contributed to the shaping of our na...

Benjamin Franklin
These biographies introduce young readers to important figures in American history. Ideal for report and correlated to the social studies curriculum, the series presents a straightforward account of each individual's life and times and describes how each person contributed to the shaping of our nati...

Chief Joseph
These biographies introduce young readers to important figures in American history. Ideal for reports and correlated to the social studies curriculum, the series presents a straightforward account of each individual’s life and times and describes how each person contributed to the shaping of our na...

Crispus Attucks
These biographies introduce young readers to important figures in American history. Ideal for report and correlated to the social studies curriculum, the series presents a straightforward account of each individual's life and times and describes how each person contributed to the shaping of our nati...

Frederick Douglass
These biographies introduce young readers to important figures in American history. Ideal for reports and correlated to the social studies curriculum, the series presents a straightforward account of each individual’s life and times and describes how each person contributed to the shaping of our na...

George Washington Carver
These biographies introduce young readers to important figures in American history. Ideal for reports and correlated to the social studies curriculum, the series presents a straightforward account of each individual’s life and times and describes how each person contributed to the shaping of our na...

Great Americans
These biographies introduce young readers to important figures in American history. Ideal for report and correlated to the social studies curriculum, the series presents a straightforward account of each individual's life and times and describes how each person contributed to the shaping of our nati...