Little Biographies of Big People: Set 2

Ellen Ochoa, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Eleanor Roosevelt, Barack Obama, Mohandas Gandhi, Jim Henson. These are stories of triumph and perseverance. This series gives young readers a chance to be exposed to backgrounds and time periods that are very different from their own. The opportunities for reflection and discussion abound in these pages?especially when each person is quoted. Perhaps most importantly, by telling these role models? stories, young readers learn how they too can push boundaries, demand change, and make a difference.
? Important historical topics?like women?s rights and activism?are introduced in an accessible way
? Encourages thought about concepts like perseverance, self-confidence, peace, and more
? Exposes readers to how other people live, promoting empathy