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Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Thomas Jefferson helped write the Declaration of Independence and became the third president of the United States. Before he helped create America, Thomas was a young boy who loved to play outside, read, and think about new ways of doing things. He studied law and came up with revolutionary ideas that helped build a new country."--Amazon
Author
Series
Unicorn Academy. Original series volume 8
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
Imagine a school where you meet your own unicorn and have amazing adventures together! That's what happens for the girls at Unicorn Academy on beautiful Unicorn Island. Ariana loves hanging out at the Unicorn Academy stables and looking after her beautiful unicorn, Whisper. She just hopes that their differences won't stop them bonding! All the animals are leaving the Verdant Forest, and everyone is worried. Ariana and Whisper will need all their courage...
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Albert Einstein became one of the most important scientists in history for his discoveries about physics and how our universe works. Before everyone knew him as a genius, Albert was a curious kid who loved reading, learning, and experimenting with new ideas. He asked big questions and wasn't afraid to make mistakes." --
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Language
English
Description
"Discover the life of Jane Goodall-a story about curiosity, passion, and saving animals Jane Goodall is a celebrated scientist for her studies of chimpanzees in the forests of Africa. Before she observed chimps and helped save them from losing their home, Jane was a curious kid who loved learning about animals. She showed people that women could be scientists, just like men, and fought to follow her dream of working with wild chimps. Explore how Jane...
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
The United States was not always united. On December 20, 1860, South Carolina became the first state to leave the Union. Soon after, many other states joined it to try and create their own country: the Confederate States of America. Within months, the Confederates would launch an attack on Fort Sumter and begin a war that lasted almost four years. This engaging story explores how and why the war started, who was fighting, what happened during the...
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Gandhi was one of the most important leaders in history. He used peaceful protests and other nonviolent methods to stand up for equal rights for all people. Before he showed the world that peaceful actions can create powerful change, he was a shy young boy who kept to himself. He studied hard in school, became a lawyer, and used his skills to help others. Explore how Gandhi went from being a quiet kid growing up in India to one of the bravest and...
10) Cranky chicken
Author
Series
Cranky Chicken volume 1
Publisher
Margaret K. McElderry Books
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Cranky Chicken is, well, cranky. With one cranky eyebrow, cranky eyes, and even cranky, scratchy feet. But then one day, Cranky meets a very friendly worm named Speedy who wants nothing more than to be friends. Young readers will love seeing the mismatched friendship grow over the course of three charming and laugh-out-loud short adventures as Chicken and Speedy become BFFs (Best Feathered Friends) and Speedy shows Chicken how to look on the bright...
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Ruth Bader Ginsburg became the second woman ever to serve as a judge on the Supreme Court of the United States. Before she fought for equal rights and made history, Ruth was a curious kid who loved to read about strong women who were making important changes. You can get inspired, too, with this [children's biography]"--Publisher marketing.
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Malala Yousafzai became a brave activist while she was still a young girl. Before she fearlessly fought for girls' right to education, she was a thoughtful kid who enjoyed school, sports, and daydreaming. Then Malala was told that girls would no longer be able to go to school. She didn't let that stop her, though! Find out how Malala stood up for equal rights and became the youngest person ever to receive the Nobel Peace Prize."--
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Leonardo da Vinci was a famous artist and thinker. He created well-known paintings like the Mona Lisa and The Last Supper, and even had ideas for modern-day inventions like cars and contact lenses. Before he amazed the world with his creative mind, he was a bright kid who loved asking questions. As a teenager, he studied under an expert artist who taught him different ways to create, like painting and sculpting. Explore how Leonardo went from being...
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
2020
Language
English
Description
Benjamin Franklin was a brilliant inventor, scientist, writer, and founding father. Before his ideas made him a legend, Benjamin was a young boy who enjoyed learning, helping others, and problem-solving. He was always finding clever ways to make the world a better place, from inventing the lightning rod to helping write the U.S. Constitution. Explore how Benjamin Franklin went from being a thoughtful kid growing up in Boston to an American hero who...
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
On September 17, 1787, 39 delegates signed the Constitution of the United States into law. These four pages of rules would define how the United States government worked and serve as the foundation for all the rights that we enjoy today. This colorfully illustrated story takes kids on a journey through the writing of the Constitution, how it was amended with the Bill of Rights, and the ways it still shapes life in the United States.
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Discover the history of the Titanic--an exploration of the shipwreck that shook the world for kids ages 6 to 9. On April 10, 1912, the Titanic sailed away from Southampton, England, on its very first voyage. It was the biggest ship ever built, and many people believed it was unsinkable. Four days later they were proven wrong. The sinking of the Titanic is a tragedy that we still remember today. One of the most comprehensive Titanic books for kids...
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
American laws have been unfair to Black people for all of the country's history, and not too long ago, brave men and women dedicated their lives to protesting inequality -- a fight that continues today. Through simple text, color illustrations, fact boxes and quizzes, young readers can learn the history of the Civil Rights movement.
Author
Publisher
Callisto Publishing
Pub. Date
2021
Language
English
Description
Discover the history of the American Revolution. On April 19, 1775, the American Minutemen clashed with British troops in the Battles of Lexington and Concord. These battles marked the beginning of the American Revolution. After five years of planning and fighting, the British surrendered The History of: A Biography Series for New Readersand the United States was finally free. This colorfully illustrated story takes kids on a journey through the events...
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