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Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
Examine the life of Eleanor Roosevelt, a passionate activist, who grew from a shy, self-conscious girl into a strong, outspoken women admired by people all over the world. Eleanor redefined the role of First Lady during the Great Depression and World War II, and was as a leader in creating the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
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Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"Beginning in 1861, the Civil War divided the country, pitting "brother against brother" in a conflict that threatened to permanently destroy the union. If not for the dedication and firm resolve of Abraham Lincoln during this difficult time, the United States may have ceased to exist. In Abraham Lincoln, kids will examine the life of this country boy from Kentucky who rose to become President of the United States, and who guided his country through...
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"At a time before hopping on a plane was a common form of travel, this adventurous woman took to the air, proving that in the big blue skies, there was room for both men and women to make history! In Amelia Earhart, kids will examine the life of this pioneering aviator, whose daring flights set records and amazed the world. From her youthful introduction to airplanes to her record-setting flights and her mysterious disappearance while attempting to...
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Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"During the 1700s, Benjamin Franklin established himself as one of America's greatest citizens. After all, he was a printer and writer, a statesman and scientist, and a humanitarian and inventor! Some people would even say he helped "invent" the United States! In Benjamin Franklin, kids will get an up-close look at the life and times of this prolific Founding Father. From his early years in Boston to his famous experiments with electricity and his...
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Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"From military scout, to colonial farmer, to General, to President of the United States, George Washington set the standard for what it means to be an American. In George Washington, kids will examine the life of the man whose leadership helped transform 13 colonies into a brilliant new country. From leading the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War to helping to shape th young nation, kids will get an up-close look at the man many refer to...
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Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"Less than 200 years ago, thousands of African-American men, women and children were enslaved right here in the United States of America. One brave woman not only dared to escape, but even risked her own life time and time again in order to free hundreds of others. In Harriet Tubman, kids will get an up-close look at the life of this famed conductor on the Underground Railroad while learning about the daily life of enslaved people and the dangers...
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"The Revolutionary War created many heroes, including the men who would go down in history as the Founding Fathers of a new country. Yet, there were many other men, women and children whose names you might not know, but whose acts of courage helped win the war against the British. Revolutionary War Heroes focuses on the daring acts of patriotism from people such as Nathan Hale and Sybil Ludington and the brave military feats of Colonel Francis Marion,...
9) Sacagawea
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"One of our country's greatest Americans was a Native American! Discover Sacagawea, the young woman who joined America's legendary explorers, Lewis & Clark, on a world-famous expedition through the American West. Serving as a translator and sometimes even as a guide, Sacagawea's skills in finding food often saved the group from starvation. Kids will discover that throughout this famed expedition, the tremendous courage and bravery Sacagawea demonstrated...
10) Susan B. Anthony
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"Did you know that not too long ago, many Americans didn't have the right to vote? If you were a woman living in the United States before the early 1900s, it would have been illegal for you to cast a ballot--and doing so could have landed you in jail! One great American fought long and hard for the right for all of us to vote, and in Susan B. Anthony, kids will get an up-close look at the life of this pioneering voice in the struggle for equal rights....
11) Thomas Jefferson
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Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
Thomas Jefferson lived during a time of great conflict and war, but he is most famous for fighting battles with a pen rather than a sword. In Thomas Jefferson, kids will examine the life of the statesman who wrote one of the world's greatest documents--the Declaration of Independence--and in turn helped form the very country we live in today. From his days in colonial Virginia to his role as President of the United States, kids will discover Jefferson's...
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