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Laura Ingalls Wilder: A Biography (Little House)

It is important to give children an idea of our history as a culture. Many kids don’t think of what happened before they arrived on the scene unless you give them a bit of guidance. Laura Ingalls Wilder did a great job of bringing her life to young readers. This is the tale of the author who penned the Little House series.

Little House fans will enjoy learning more about the author of the series. Not everything in the Little House books matches up with the real life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, and some readers might enjoy getting this slightly different view of the author’s real life experiences.

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A Picture Book of Christopher Columbus (Picture Book Biography)

Of course, one of the best known people in history is Christopher Columbus. This picture book is a nice way to introduce this important historical figure to your child. This is not an in depth study, it is a picture book.

A Picture Book of Christopher Columbus (Picture Book Biographies)
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A brief account of the life and accomplishments of Christopher Columbus.

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First Kids: The True Story of All the President’s Children (Revised)

Looking for something interesting and fun for your kids to read that isn’t about vampires? You might want to check out this book which was actually written by 13 year old Noah McCullough. The young man plans on being president some day, and he’s already got more focus and motivation than the majority of adults! This is already his second published book.

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Milton Hershey Biography

Milton Hershey’s life in his younger years is explored in this biography aimed at children ages 9-12. He did not become an instant success in the chocolate business. Like so many noteworthy individuals, he had his own trials to overcome which started early on when he was forced to quit school to help his family. He later showed his grit by continuing to pursue his dreams even after enduring two failed business attempts. Rather than walk away with his tail between his legs, he decided to keep on trying. Milton Hershey’s biography serves as a fine model of perseverance mixed with a strong work ethic.

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43 Childhood Biographies of Great Americans (for Children)

Children can learn so much from the lives of others who have come before them. Because they are young and so very impressionable, it is vital that parents do everything they can to provide them with solid role models to emulate and look up to as they grow and develop their own personalities.

This is a collection of biographies that has been written with children in mind. Famous Americans from a wide variety of backgrounds are featured. Many of the names may be familiar to children, as they may have learned a bit about them in school. The American biographies included in this book cover a wide range of personalities.

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Photo Story of Helen Keller|Helen Keller Biography

After a difficult start, Helen Keller grew up to be an inspiration to all people, not just those with similar challenges in their lives.

Many people mistakenly think that Helen was born blind and deaf, but she actually lost the ability to see and hear after contracting a diesease when she was less than two years of age. There is speculation that she may have had meningitis or even scarlet fever, but it is not known for certain what she contracted.

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Biographies for Children and Young Adults – a Collective Guide

Obviously, with over 5,700 biographical entries, this book is not meant to offer in depth reporting on one particular person. It could be a great way to find out what or who exactly interests a teenage child. That can be half the battle with children of this age.

Guide to Collective Biographies for Children and Young Adults
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Aids the public librarian, media specialist, classroom teacher, and the student in finding biographical information about people from early to modern times by indexing over 700 titles. The book’s two main sections include an alphabetical list of individuals, along with works in which they are included, and an extensive subject guide listing the person by occupation, nationality, awards, and distinguishing characteristics, such as disabilities. Therefore allowing students who need to do research on a ‘famous Hispanic woman’ or a ‘hero who has overcome a physical handicap’ to find a suitable candidate with ease. Not only are ‘Inventors’ and ‘Medical Researchers’[Read More]

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Shirley Temple Photo Biography

The amazing career of Shirley Temple has certainly been well documented. She took the entertainment world by storm and helped her country to smile during some very difficult times. She has inspired collectible dolls and a host of other merchandise. This book may be of interest to those fans who just can’t get enough Shirley Temple.

Shirley Temple: A Pictorial History of the World's Greatest Child Star
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Shirley Temple was a phenomenon, a child star whose talent and personality earned her a permanent place in Hollywood history. The extraordinary six-year-old entertainer struck a chord with audiences all over the globe. Her career sparked a marketing sensation, spurring the production of anything and everything bearing her image-from dolls to tin whistles-in all corners of the globe, both authorized and unauthorized. Despite the decades-long interest in everything Temple, never before has there been a lavishly illustrated art book examining the phenomenon that was Shirley Temple as a child star in the 1930s. Many of the rare and unusual Shirley[Read More]

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Biography of George Washington

George Washington was a man who was able to inspire the men he commanded even during the hardest of times. Although he suffered defeats, he had the strength of character and self confidence to carry on and become the first president of the United States.

George Washington: Farmer, Soldier, President (Biographies (Picture Window Books))
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He had a dog named Sweetlips and a horse named Blueskin, and this country tried to make him king King of America! Learn why George Washington is called the Father of His Country.

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Biography of Louis Braille

Louis Braille opened up worlds for people who cannot see. This picture book tells the story.

Louis Braille - Biography
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A picture book biography of the blind man who created the Braille system so that blind people could read. A special page in the book includes the alphabet and numbers one to 10 in Braille. Color illustrations accompany the text. With the Braille, a child can read it along with sighted or blind parents. Author: David Adler #449150

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