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"Helen Keller became a celebrated author, educator, and activist who believed in equality for people with disabilities. Before she made history as the first deaf and blind person to graduate from college, Helen was a smart kid who loved learning. She overcame many challenges to learn how to read, write, and talk. She spoke up for other people with disabilities so they could get equal rights. Explore how Helen Keller went from being a young girl in Alabama to the world-famous First Lady of Courage." -- Amazon.

"Ruby Bridges was the first Black student to attend an all-white public school in the southern United States. Before she helped desegregate schools and change the course of history, Ruby had a simple childhood. She was a happy girl who helped take care of her younger siblings and loved to play outside. Her life changed when she was chosen to attend William Frantz Elementary, where she became a civil rights leader at a very young age. Explore how Ruby went from being a thoughtful girl growing up in Mississippi to a national leader in the fight for equality."--Publisher's description.

"Kamala Harris is the first woman, Black American, and South Asian American to become vice president of the United States. Before she made history, Kamala was a passionate kid who enjoyed traveling and attended civil rights protests with her family. She always wanted to help people, so she worked hard to become a lawyer, then a U.S. senator, and now, vice president! Explore how Kamala went from being a young girl to an American leader and role model. Watch Kamala progress from a little girl to vice president of the United States with a visual timeline marking the major milestones in her life"--

"Stan Lee was a famous comic book writer, artist, editor, and publisher for Marvel Comics. Before he helped create heroes like the Incredible Hulk, Spider-Man, the X-Men, and Black Panther, Stan was an imaginative boy who spent hours reading all sorts of different stories and letting his thoughts run wild. These stories inspired him to come up with exciting plots and new characters of his own. Explore how Stan went from being a young boy growing up in New York City to a comic book legend"--

"Joe Biden is the 46th president of the United States and has served his country as an important leader for many years. Before he made a name for himself in politics, Joe was a thoughtful kid who noticed America wasn't a fair place for everyone. He wanted to help make the world a better place for all people, so he became a senator and worked hard to make positive changes for Americans. With this exciting entry into president books for kids, young readers will explore how Joe went from growing up in Pennsylvania to becoming president"--

"Michelle Obama is one of the most important women in American history. Before she served as the first Black first lady of the United States, Michelle was a smart and studious kid who wanted to give back to her community. She became a lawyer so that she could help people understand the law and get the legal aid they needed. When she became first lady, she continued to help people-especially young people-in many ways. Explore how Michelle went from being a young girl growing up on the South Side of Chicago to an American role model and leader in the White House"--

"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 a thoughtful young boy to an artistic genius whose artwork still hangs in museums all over the world"--

"Jim Henson was the talented puppeteer who made some of the most famous puppets of all time--the Muppets. Before he created Big Bird, Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Oscar the Grouch, and many other well-known characters, Jim was an ambitious kid who loved trying new things and using his imagination. He learned how to make puppets and went on to invent new ways in which puppets could be used in TV and movies. Explore how Jim Henson went from being a creative young boy growing up in Mississippi to an award-winning writer, director, and puppeteer loved by the entire world"--

Discover the life of Thomas Jefferson—a story about big ideas and building a nation for kids ages 6 to 9Thomas 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.Explore how Thomas went from being a curious kid growing up in Virginia to one of America's most important founding fathers.Independent reading—This Thomas Jefferson biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own.Critical thinking—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Thomas's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.A lasting legacy—See Thomas Jefferson progress from a curious young boy to a founding father and president of the United States.How will Thomas's bright ideas inspire you?Discover activists, artists, athletes, and more from all across history with the rest of The Story Of series, including famous figures like: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Barack Obama, Joe Biden, and Kamala Harris.

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 created the country's first public library, post office, hospital, and fire station.

Fred Rogers created one of the longest-running children's TV shows ever, Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Before he became famous for his puppetry and storytelling, Fred was a shy kid who couldn't play outside because of his allergies. He found a passion for puppets, which he used to start his own TV show as an adult. -Amazon

"Marie Curie became one of the most celebrated scientists in history. Before she changed the world with her discoveries in physics and chemistry, Marie was an intelligent girl who studied hard to reach the top of her class. She overcame many challenges, including people who told her she couldn't be a scientist because she was a woman. She didn't let anything stop her, and her important research is still helping people today. Explore how Marie Curie went from being a young girl growing up in Poland to a famous, Nobel Prize-winning scientist--

Ella Fitzgerald was one of the greatest singers of all time. Before she found her voice and changed the world of jazz music, she was a playful girl who wanted to become a dancer. Her life changed when people started noticing her beautiful singing voice, and she was soon hired as a singer in a famous jazz band. Explore how Ella went from being a young girl growing up in New York to an award-winning artist who made musical history.

"Neil Armstrong became the first person ever to step foot on the moon. Before he flew space missions and made history with his moon landing, Neil was a curious kid who loved putting together model airplanes. He dreamed about pushing the boundaries of flight and studied hard in school to achieve his goals"--

"Discover the lives of Wilbur & Orville Wright ... a story about making ideas take flight"--Back cover.

Discover the life of Albert Einstein—a story about asking questions and discovering big things for ages 6 to 9Albert 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. Explore how Albert Einstein went from being a young Jewish boy growing up in Germany to the most celebrated physicist ever.Independent reading—This Albert Einstein biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so kids 6 to 9 can read and learn on their own.Critical thinking—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Albert's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.A lasting legacy—See Albert progress from curious kid to famous scientist with a visual timeline!How will Albert Einstein's life encourage your own curiosity about the world?Discover activists, artists, and athletes, and more from all across history with the rest of The Story Of series, including famous figures like: Marie Curie, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Leonardo Da Vinci, Anne Frank, and Benjamin Franklin.

Introduces readers to Founding Father and U.S. president George Washington.

Discover the lives of five Black rights activists—for kids ages 6 to 9 Learn about and celebrate the achievements of five civil rights trailblazers in this collection of Black history books for kids. Discover how these individuals became remarkable activists and role models known for fighting apartheid, integrating Major League Baseball, leading peaceful protests, or fighting for positive change.Nelson Mandela—Explore how Nelson Mandela became the first Black South African president and bravely led the fight against apartheid.Jackie Robinson—Learn about the first Black Major League Baseball player and how he championed integration of the sport.Martin Luther King, Jr.—Meet a peaceful civil rights activist who delivered powerful speeches and made America a better place for everyone.John Lewis—Get to know the organizer of equal rights protests for Black Americans.Barack Obama—Find out about the first African American president of the U.S. who fought for the environment, health care, and civil rights.Teach kids about these important Black men and their fight for equality with this inspiring five-book collection.Explore even more with other The Story Of series box sets, including:The Story of Strong Black Women Box SetThe Story of Black History Box SetThe Story of the Founding Fathers Box SetThe Story of Women's History Box Set

Stories of incredible Black visionaries for kids ages 6 to 9Meet five amazing individuals who have changed the world through their courage, vision, and determination. This curated box set of Black history books for kids gives young readers a glimpse into the lives and contributions of these remarkable Black men and women. How will they inspire you?Harriet Tubman—A celebrated leader in the fight to free people from slavery and an intrepid guide for the Underground Railroad.Jackie Robinson—The first Black Major League Baseball player and an important figure in the fight for civil rights.Martin Luther King Jr.—Challenged racism and overcame hardships to follow his passion and do the right thing, becoming one of the most important civil rights leaders in America.Barack Obama—Made history becoming the first African American president of the United States, and fought for the environment, health care, and civil rights.Simone Biles—Became the greatest gymnast of all time, winning more medals than anyone in history, including five Olympic and 25 World Championships.Each book includes a short quiz, visual timeline, definitions of new words and ideas to help kids learn about the lives of important Black heroes, the moments that made them who they are, and how they made their mark on the world.Explore even more with other The Story Of series box sets, including:The Story of the Founding Fathers Box SetThe Story of Women's History Box SetThe Story of Strong Black Women Box SetThe Story of Strong Black Men Box Set

Discover the lives of six remarkable women in these books for kids ages 6 to 9 Meet six women who followed their dreams and made history! This uplifting collection makes learning about these role models easy for new readers. Each biography features a timeline of major accomplishments along with a helpful glossary of key terms so kids get the most out of every inspiring story. Packed with colorful illustrations, this box set makes a perfect gift for birthdays or any occasion!The Story of Amelia Earhart—Get to know the first woman pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.The Story of Frida Kahlo—Find out about this amazing painter who followed her passion to create masterpieces.The Story of Jane Goodall—Dive into the life of the remarkable scientist who helped keep chimpanzees from losing their forest home.The Story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg—Learn how this pioneer became the second woman to serve as a U.S. Supreme Court Justice.The Story of Simone Biles—Explore the life of the gymnast who won five Olympic and 25 World Champion medals by age 22.The Story of Malala Yousafzai—Find out how this activist fought tirelessly for girls' right to education.Teach kids about these amazing women and their important accomplishments in this six-book set.And explore even more with other Story Of series box sets, including: The Story of Strong Black Men Box Set The Story of Strong Black Women Box Set The Story of Black History Box Set The Story of the Founding Fathers Box Set

Discover the life of Martin Luther King Jr—a story for kids ages 6 to 9 about standing up for civil rights Martin Luther King Jr became one of the most important civil rights leaders in America by fighting for equality for black people. Before he made history with his powerful speeches and peaceful protests, Martin was a dedicated, smart kid who loved to learn. He challenged racism and overcame hardships to follow his passion and do the right thing. Of all the Martin Luther King Jr books for kids, this one really helps you explore how Martin went from being a kid with a dream to an outstanding leader who made America a better place for everyone. How will his life inspire you to do what’s right? All Martin Luther King Jr books for kids should include: Path to power—Unlike other Martin Luther King Jr books for kids, this one has a visual timeline so you can see Martin’s progress through life. Word definitions—This standout among Martin Luther King Jr books for kids has a helpful glossary for the more advanced words and ideas inside. Lasting change—Everything that Martin Luther King Jr books for kids should be, this book explains how Martin made the world a better place for future generations. If you’ve been searching for Martin Luther King Jr books for kids that have beautiful illustrations and easy-to-read chapters, look no further—this one has it all!