Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Biography
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By: Elling, Brian
The Who Was? Trivia Book
$6.99PaperbackRead moreHistory’s most famous figures are showcased in this funny and factual trivia book, based on the #1 New York Times best-selling Who Was? series!
What do you get when you mix Jeopardy-style fun facts wi- Series: Who Was?
- Author: Elling, Brian
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 112
- Publish Date: January 18 2022
- ISBN10: 0593222237
- Language: English
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Hispanic Star: Roberto Clemente
$17.99HardcoverRead moreRead about Puerto Rican Baseball Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente in Hispanic Star: Roberto Clemente, and learn the most groundbreaking, iconic Hispanic and Latinx heroes that have shaped our culture a
- Series: Hispanic Star #1
- Author: Edelman, Claudia Romo
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 112
- Publish Date: September 06 2022
- ISBN10: 1250828082
- Language: English
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By: Rodriguez, Janel
Lewis Latimer: A Brilliant Inventor (Bright Minds): A Brilliant Inventor
$8.99PaperbackRead moreMeet the inventors and scientists of color who changed the world!
Born in Chelsea, Massachusetts, in 1848, Lewis Latimer was an inventor, a leader, a teacher, and a creator. He knew how to draw, knew t
- Series: Bright Minds
- Author: Rodriguez, Janel
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 40
- Publish Date: April 04 2023
- ISBN10: 1338864181
- Language: English
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Vip: Dr. Mae Jemison: Brave Rocketeer
$9.99PaperbackRead moreSoar to the stars with Dr. Mae Jemison in this exciting middle grade nonfiction biography. Perfect for fans of the Who Was and Little Leaders series, the books in the VIP series tell the true–and ama
- Series: VIP
- Author: Alexander, Heather
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 128
- Publish Date: January 05 2021
- ISBN10: 0062889702
- Language: English
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By: Heilbroner, Joan
Meet George Washington
$7.99PaperbackAdd to cartGeorge Washington grew up in the English colony of Virginia. He was tall and strong, fair in judgment, and respected by his friends as a
good leader. As he grew older, George saw how England took advan… [more below]- Series: Landmark Books
- Author: Heilbroner, Joan
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 80
- Publish Date: January 02 2001
- ISBN10: 0375803971
- Language: English
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Saint Francis of Assisi: A Life of Joy
$19.99HardcoverRead moreThe story of St. Francis of Assisi–the Catholic saint who gave up everything to honor all life on Earth–retold by human rights crusader and public servant Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
He adopted the life- Author: Kennedy, Robert F., Jr.
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 32
- Publish Date: September 26 2023
- ISBN10: 1510778233
- Language: English
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From Here to There: Inventions That Changed the Way the World Moves
$19.99HardcoverAdd to cart* “These innovations in transportation should inspire readers to go far.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Celebrating the invention of vehicles, this collective biography tells the inspiring stories- Author: Kirkfield, Vivian
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 96
- Publish Date: January 19 2021
- ISBN10: 1328560910
- Language: English
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By: Sarsour, Linda
We’re in This Together: A Young Readers Edition of We Are Not Here to Be Bystanders
$17.99HardcoverRead moreAn empowering young readers edition of We Are Not Here to Be Bystanders, the memoir by Women’s March coorganizer and activist Linda Sarsour that’s “equal parts inspiring, emotional, and informative” (… [more below]
- Author: Sarsour, Linda
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 240
- Publish Date: November 29 2022
- ISBN10: 1534439293
- Language: English
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Mr. Lincoln Sits for His Portrait: The Story of a Photograph That Became an American Icon
$19.99HardcoverRead moreMr. Lincoln Sits for His Portrait is a unique middle-grade depiction of America’s sixteenth president, through the story of one famous photograph, written by award-winning author Leonard S. Marcus.
On- Author: Marcus, Leonard S.
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 128
- Publish Date: January 03 2023
- ISBN10: 0374303487
- Language: English
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By: Fishman, Jon M.
Shohei Ohtani
$9.99PaperbackAdd to cartLA Angels fans call Shohei Ohtani the next Babe Ruth, but Ohtani might be even better. See how Ohtani pitched and slugged his way to MLB success and what comes next for the international superstar.
Aut… [more below]
- Series: Sports All-Stars (Lerner (Tm) Sports)
- Author: Fishman, Jon M.
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 32
- Publish Date: January 01 2022
- ISBN10: 1728467039
- Language: English
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By: Michelle Rasul
I Am DJ Michelle: How a Nine-Year-Old DJ Became a Global Phenomenon
$19.99HardcoverRead moreFor young readers inspired by bestselling autobiographies such as Essentially Charli and Reach for the Skai comes the extraordinary true story of how a nine-year-old DJ from Dubai became an internatio
- Author: Michelle Rasul
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 0
- Publish Date: May 16 2023
- ISBN10: 9.7982E+12
- Language: English
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By: Griffith, Evan
Secrets of the Sea: The Story of Jeanne Power, Revolutionary Marine Scientist
$17.99HardcoverAdd to cartThe curiosity, drive, and perseverance of the nineteenth-century woman scientist who pioneered the use of aquariums to study ocean life are celebrated in this gorgeous, empowering picture book.
How di- Author: Griffith, Evan
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 40
- Publish Date: March 09 2021
- ISBN10: 0358244323
- Language: English
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Eric Liddell: Something Better Than Gold
$11.99PaperbackRead moreAs the race began, it had seemed obvious that Eric Liddell was overmatched. Now the crowd in the Olympic Stadium hushed as this runner from Scotland refused to be passed. As Eric crossed the finish li… [more below]
- Series: Christian Heroes: Then & Now
- Author: Benge, Janet And Geoff
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 0
- Publish Date: August 15 2015
- ISBN10: 1576581373
- Language: English
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By: Keenan, Sheila
What Is the Story of Ebenezer Scrooge?
$7.99PaperbackRead moreWho HQ brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time.
Bah humbug! Get to know the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his transformation from miser to hero in this addition to the Wh- Series: What Is the Story Of?
- Author: Keenan, Sheila
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 112
- Publish Date: October 11 2022
- ISBN10: 059322602X
- Language: English
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By: Copeland, Misty
Life in Motion: An Unlikely Ballerina
$8.99PaperbackAdd to cartDetermination meets dance in this prizewinning and New York Times bestselling memoir by the history-making ballerina Misty Copeland, vividly recounting the story of her journey to become the first Afr… [more below]
- Author: Copeland, Misty
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 192
- Publish Date: November 08 2022
- ISBN10: 1481479806
- Language: English
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Library Girl: How Nancy Pearl Became America’s Most Celebrated Librarian
$18.99HardcoverRead moreLibrary Girl is the inspiring childhood story of how beloved librarian, author, and Seattle icon, Nancy Pearl discovered her strengths and realized her passion. It is a loving tribute to the power boo… [more below]
- Author: Clark, Karen Henry
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 32
- Publish Date: September 27 2022
- ISBN10: 1632173182
- Language: English
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Hispanic Star: Ellen Ochoa
$9.99PaperbackRead moreRead about the first Latina in space, Ellen Ochoa, one of the most groundbreaking, iconic Hispanic and Latinx heroes that have shaped our culture and the world, in this gripping biography written by C
- Series: Hispanic Star
- Author: Edelman, Claudia Romo
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 112
- Publish Date: September 05 2023
- ISBN10: 1250828287
- Language: English
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By: Bolte, Mari
Joe Burrow: Football Playmaker
$8.99PaperbackRead moreYoung star quarterback Joe Burrow is a born football playmaker. He fought back from a serious injury his rookie season to take his team to the Super Bowl the next year. Burrow has impressed teammates,… [more below]
- Series: Sports Illustrated Kids Stars of Sports
- Author: Bolte, Mari
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 32
- Publish Date: August 01 2023
- ISBN10: 1669018288
- Language: English
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By: Rebel Girls
Rebel Girls Rock: 25 Tales of Women in Music
$8.99PaperbackRead moreTRUE STORIES OF WOMEN WHO RAISE THE ROOF!
This collection features 25 stories of extraordinary women in music–women who have moved hearts and minds with their lyrics, uplifted other musicians, and go- Series: Rebel Girls Minis
- Author: Rebel Girls
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 68
- Publish Date: March 07 2023
- ISBN10: 1953424449
- Language: English
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By: S. A. Kramer
Baseball’s Greatest Hitters: From Ty Cobb to Miguel Cabrera
$5.99PaperbackAdd to cartThis Step into Reading Step 5 Sports Reader profiles the greatest hitters in baseball: Ted Williams, Babe Ruth, Ty Cobb, Hank Aaron. Now updated to include Miguel Cabrera, who made baseball history b… [more below]
- Series: Step Into Reading
- Author: Kramer, S. A.
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 48
- Publish Date: February 23 2016
- ISBN10: 0553539108
- Language: English






