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He spent twenty seven years in prison and emerged as the inspiring leader of the new South Africa. He became the country's first black president and went on to live his dream of change. This is an important and exciting addition to the Who was... Series.

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Introduces the "American folk musician and social activist whose outspoken songs about freedom and justice got him blacklisted from radio and TV for years"--Amazon.com.

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Introduces the "American folk musician and social activist whose outspoken songs about freedom and justice got him blacklisted from radio and TV for years"--Amazon.com.

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The life of Queen Elizabeth I was dramatic and dangerous: cast out of her father's court at the age of 3 and imprisoned at 19 and was crowned queen in 1558, when she was only 25. Elizabeth ruled for over forty years and led England through one of its most prosperous periods in history. Over 80 illustrations bring Gloriana and her court to life.

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Her reign of 63 years and seven months is known as the Victorian Era, a period of industrial, cultural, scientific, and political change that was marked by a great expansion of the British Empire. But Victoria was raised under close supervision until she became Queen of the United Kingdom at the young age of 18. This book tells her story.

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In 1936, pioneering environmentalist Rachel Carson began work with the U.S. Bureau of Fisheries and soon afterward published her first book, "Under the Sea Wind." Her 1962 bestseller, "Silent Spring, " sent shock waves throughout the country and warned of the dangers of DDT and other pesticides. Illustrations.

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An introduction to the life and accomplishments of Ronald Reagan, the fortieth president of the United States.

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In 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give her bus seat to a white passenger in Montgomery, Alabama. This seemingly small act triggered civil rights protests across America and earned Rosa Parks the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement." This biography has black and white illustrations throughout.

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Almost 100 years before Rosa Parks, Sojourner Truth was mistreated by a streetcar conductor. She took him to court and won! Before she was Sojourner Truth, she was known simply as Belle. Even after she escaped from slavery, she knew her work was not yet done. She changed her name and travelled, inspiring everyone she met and sharing her story.

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Readers learn about the renowned British scientist, professor, and bestselling author ("A Brief History of Time") who spent his entire career trying to answer the question: "Where did the universe come from" Original.

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Did you know that John Adams had to coax Thomas Jefferson into writing the Declaration of Independence It's true. Finally, here's a biography for kids that unveils the many facets of this founding father's remarkable and complicated life. Illustrations.

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Born into aristocracy, Churchill cut his teeth as a young army officer in British lndia, the Sudan, and the Second Boer War. He rose in the ranks to First Lord of the Admiralty and was a staunch opponent of the encroaching German Nazis. Churchill served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1940 to 1945 and again from 1951 to 1955.

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A clear, factual and accessible guide to the 45th President of the USA and his time in office

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"Chinese New Year, also called the Spring Festival or Lunar New Year, is one of the most celebrated holidays around the world. This engaging book for kids explains the history, folklore, traditions, and customs of Chinese New Year and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities"--

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"St. Patrick's Day is about more than just shamrocks and leprechauns! This engaging nonfiction book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of St. Patrick's Day-and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities"--

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"St. Patrick's Day is about more than just shamrocks and leprechauns! This engaging nonfiction book for kids explains the history, traditions, and customs of St. Patrick's Day-and includes interactive activities that encourage kids to celebrate at home or in their communities"--

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Just in time for the 2024 Summer Olympics, here is a dramatic and inspiring autobiographical tale of overcoming odds by Native American gold medalist Billy Mills, with stunning illustrations by acclaimed Lakota artist SD Nelson, for fans of books like The Proudest Blue.

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The North American author-illustrator picture book debut from Jungwha Park about the Korean celebration of Seollal, or Lunar New Year, and one eight-year-old's quest to eat enough bowls of rice cake soup to become a "big girl."

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Freedom. Equality. Sisterhood. WOMEN IN BATTLE is the book for anyone who wants to learn as much as possible about the history of feminism in as short a time as possible.

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This engaging biography of Coretta Scott King, an important Civil Rights Activist, is an ideal addition to Women Who Broke the Rules, with full-color illustrations, and, in the vein of Jean Fritz's series, perfect for Common Core.

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"Sacajawea was only sixteen when she made one of the most remarkable journeys in American history. She traveled over four thousand miles by foot, canoe, and horse-all while carrying a baby on her back! Without her, the Lewis and Clark expedition might have failed. Two hundred years later, we still can see how her unique journey demonstrated the strength and value of women"--

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A new biography series, complete with full color illustrations, that celebrates amazing women, from acclaimed author Kathleen Krull.