PreK-8

This picture book biography introduces children to Leonardo da Vinci, the great Renaissance artist and inventor.

This picture book biography features Jane Goodall, the scientist and conservationist who is famous for her work with chimpanzees.

Each picture book biography in this New York Times best-selling series tells the story of a significant historical figure in a simple, conversational, playful way, always focusing on a character trait that makes the hero a role model for kids. This...

After escaping from slavery herself, Harriet Tubman risked her life and her freedom to help other enslaved people reach safety via the Underground Railroad. She is one of America's most important humanitarian and civil rights heroes.

This illustrated biography introduces children to one of America's greatest civil rights heroes, Martin Luther King, Jr.

Every year, across the nation, we celebrate Black History Month. Learn about the impressive life of Carter G. Woodson, founder of this important month-long event. He rose from poverty to become the first African American child of former slaves to...

This book celebrates the life and activism of Argentine singer Mercedes Sosa. Known as the Voice of Latin America, she sang of injustice and struggle. A suggested play list is included.

Readers will be fascinated to learn how a boy born in Mexico City grew up to win the Nobel Prize for Chemistry and go on to save our planet. Meet Mario Molina and discover how his research into fluorocarbons helped avert an environmental catastrophe.

Part biography, part graphic novel, this book offers an engaging way to learn about Abraham Lincoln.

Part biography, part graphic novel, this book offers an engaging way to learn about George Washington, the father of our country.

Part biography, part graphic novel, this book introduces children to Sonia Sotomayor, the first Latina Supreme Court Justice.

Part biography, part graphic novel, this book introduces children to Frida Kahlo, the renown Mexican artist.

Part biography, part graphic novel, this book offers an engaging way to learn about Benjamin Franklin.

Based on the life of Valentina Cruz, this book teaches children about the Galapagos Islands and the need to protect the animals that live there.

When Tomás--the son of migrant workers--discovers the local library, he is able to share new stories with his family. Inspired by the real-life story of Tomás Rivera, who became president of the University of California at Riverside, this tale portrays...

When Tomás--the son of migrant workers--discovers the local library, he is able to share new stories with his family. Inspired by the real-life story of Tomás Rivera, who became president of the University of California at Riverside, this tale portrays...

William Jimeno moved to the United States with his family in 1970. Thirty-one years later, as a rookie Port Authority police officer, he was one out of just 20 people pulled from the rubble of the Twin Towers. In this illustrated biography, he shares...

This picture book biography presents the life of music super star Carlos Santana. As it traces his musical evolution, it also discusses important social and political events of the time.

Katherine Johnson showed an extraordinary ability for math from a young age. Overall brilliant, she graduated high school at 14 and college at 18. There were not many opportunities for women in math, especially women of color. In 1953, she started...

This biography presents the inspirational story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah in picture book format. Born in Ghana with a severely deformed right leg, he became an activist for the rights of handicapped children.

Katherine Johnson loved to count, and she was exceptional at math. When she finished eighth grade at just 10 years of age, her family had to move because the high school near her house did not accept African American students. Her mathematical genius...

This picture book biography presents the life of music super star Carlos Santana. As it traces his musical evolution, it also discusses important social and political events of the time.

Areli Morales shares the story of her life. She was six years old when her parents brought her from Mexico to New York City. She had to work hard to learn a new language and fit in. With time, the US began to feel a lot more like home. Her...

Readers will be fascinated to learn how a very quiet teenage girl in Stockholm became the leading activist for climate change in the world. They will learn that anyone can and should try and make a difference to save our planet.

Since he was a child, Lonnie Johnston was always building things. While working for NASA, he came up with a splashingly good idea. Children will be delighted to learn the science behind the Super Soaker water gun.

Packed with photographs, this book presents the life and accomplishments of the first Hispanic Justice of the Supreme Court.

When 14-year-old William Kamkwamba's Malawi village was hit by a drought, everyone's crops began to fail. Without enough money for food, let alone school, William spent his days in the library and figured out how to bring electricity to his village. ...

This biography presents the inspirational story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah in picture book format. Born in Ghana with a severely deformed right leg, he became an activist for the rights of handicapped children.

With its collage illustrations, this biography teaches children about Malala Yousafzai and her courageous fight for the rights of girls all over the world. Information about Pakistan, the Taliban, the Malala Fund, and other humanitarian organizations is...

Based on a true story and written by someone who witnessed it, this touching picture book is set in Venezuela. A man named Faoro found an orphaned, newborn caiman and brought her home. The bond they formed was unbreakable and everlasting. Information...

Pura Belpré was the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City. She was a fierce advocate of literacy and bilingual education. This illustrated biography introduces children to a truly remarkable woman.

Sonia Sotomayor shares the story of her life and reveals the huge influence reading had on her while she was growing up. This personal memoir will inspire every child to pursue his or her own dreams.

In the companion book to She Persisted about 13 American women who never gave up, Chelsea Clinton presents 13 inspirational women from all over the world. They include Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz from Mexico, Viola Desmond from Canada, Aisha Rateb from...

George Washington Carver was born into slavery. No one thought much of him because he was sick and weak. He would spend his life proving them wrong. Learn more about the 'Plant Doctor' turned 'Peanut Man' and how he helped people across the United States.

The burnt brownies will not get Fiona and Finley a blue ribbon. Winning no longer seems that important to them once they meet Benjamin Franklin and make great discoveries with the brilliant Founding Father. A brief biography on Benjamin Franklin and...

Readers will be fascinated to learn how a boy born in Mexico City grew up to win the Nobel Prize for Chemistry and go on to save our planet. Meet Mario Molina and discover how his research into fluorocarbons helped avert an environmental catastrophe.

Wilma Rudolph was a sickly child--if her siblings had a cold, she had double pneumonia. When she contracted polio, everyone was sure she would never walk again. Yet Wilma was so determined that she did learn to walk, and soon ran. This moving biography...

Inspired by the perseverance of Elizabeth Warren, Chelsea Clinton decided to write about 13 amazing American women who never gave up. They include Harriet Tubman, Nellie Bly, Claudette Colvin, Margaret Chase Smith, Florence Griffith Joyner, and Sonia...

Rosa Parks was an amazing woman. She stood up for herself and for her beliefs. One day, Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man on a bus. Her actions helped spark the civil rights movement. Today, people have more freedom in America because of...

What makes Abigail Adams such an amazing American? Young readers will find out in this intriguing biography.