Why is George Washington known as the father of our country? What was the country like when he served as its very first president? Young readers will find out as they read about his dramatic… More →
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U.S. president, businessman, and former owner of the Texas Rangers baseball team? George W. Bush wore many hats in his life, but his most famous was his time as the 43rd president. In this… More →
Grace Hopper
Grace Hopper was a computer pioneer and member of the U.S. Navy who created a programming language that is still used today! This inspiring title uses narrative text and vibrant illustrations More →
From a young age, Greta Thunberg has made it her mission to fight climate change! Through leveled text and crisp photos, this title for young readers introduces her life and work. A profile… More →
Meet the teenager whose school strike for climate change inspired a generation and led to the largest climate demonstration in human history. Greta Thunberg shows the power of young… More →
Grover Cleveland is the only president to serve two nonconsecutive terms, but what else do you know about our 22nd and 24th president? In this fascinating introduction, young readers will… More →
In the wake of the September 11, 2001, terror attacks on the World Trade Center, true heroes emerged. Follow New York City Police Officer Moira Smith who witnessed the attacks firsthand and… More →
When Harry S. Truman became president in 1945, he faced tough decisions. He needed to bring an end to one of the deadliest wars in history--but how? In this fascinating introduction, young… More →
Helen Keller
Helen Keller became blind and deaf as a small child. She later became an inspiration for many through her work as an advocate for disabled people. In this low-level title, readers can explore More →
In Helen Keller: Break Down the Walls!, students will meet a remarkable woman who rose above the challenges of being deaf and blind to become one of the most respected speakers in America.… More →
For decades, Spanish colonists in the Caribbean lived in fear of one man: Henry Morgan. Attacking towns that others would not think to attack, Morgan quickly made a name for himself, and… More →
It's not easy running one of the largest corporations in the world, but Indra Nooyi is up to the task. This low-level title takes early readers through the PepsiCo CEO's childhood in India,… More →