Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Biography
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The Highest Tribute: Thurgood Marshall’s Life, Leadership, and Legacy
$8.99 Add to cartA brilliant picture book biography about Thurgood Marshall, who fought for equality during the Civil Rights Movement and served as the first Black justice on the Supreme Court, from Coretta Scott King
- Author: Magoon, Kekla
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 40
- Publish Date: January 03 2023
- ISBN10: 0062912526
- Language: English
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The Story of Simone Biles: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers
$6.99 Add to cartDiscover the life of Simone Biles–a story about going for the gold for kids ages 6 to 9
Simone Biles has been called the greatest gymnast of all time, winning five Olympic and 25 World Champion medal- Series: The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers
- Author: Burk, Rachelle
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 66
- Publish Date: September 29 2020
- ISBN10: 1647397758
- Language: English
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Muzoon: A Syrian Refugee Speaks Out
$17.99 Read more“Muzoon takes readers on her perilous and ultimately hopeful journey from refugee child to advocate for others in need.”
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–Malala Yousafzai, bestselling author and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize- Author: Almellehan, Muzoon
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 288
- Publish Date: May 23 2023
- ISBN10: 1984851985
- Language: English
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Who Is J.K. Rowling?
$6.99 Add to cartEveryone loves Harry Potter. Now kids can learn about Harry’s creator
In 1995, on a four-hour-delayed train from Manchester to London, J. K. Rowling conceived of the idea of a boy wizard named Harry- Series: Who Was…?
- Author: Pollack, Pam
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 112
- Publish Date: August 02 2012
- ISBN10: 0448458721
- Language: English
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Who Was Bruce Lee?
$6.99 Add to cartBruce Lee was a Chinese American action film star, martial arts instructor, filmmaker, and philosopher. His Hong Kong and Hollywood-produced films elevated the traditional martial arts film to a new l… [more below]
- Series: Who Was?
- Author: Gigliotti, Jim
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 112
- Publish Date: May 01 2014
- ISBN10: 0448479494
- Language: English
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I Am Jackie Robinson
$16.99 Read more“We can all be heroes” is the message entertainingly told in this New York Times Bestselling picture-book biography series, with this title focusing on groundbreaking baseball player, Jackie Robinson … [more below]
- Series: Ordinary People Change the World
- Author: Meltzer, Brad
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 40
- Publish Date: January 08 2015
- ISBN10: 0803740867
- Language: English
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Outspoken: Paul Robeson, Ahead of His Time: A One-Man Show
$18.99 Add to cartNewbery Honoree Carole Boston Weatherford and award-winning illustrator Eric Velasquez–the team behind Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library–reunite to take full measure of an iconic performer and … [more below]
- Author: Weatherford, Carole Boston
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 48
- Publish Date: March 27 2024
- ISBN10: 1536212970
- Language: English
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George Washington, Spymaster: How the Americans Outspied the British and Won the Revolutionary War
$7.95 Add to cartNow in paperback–the award-winning National Geographic book that presents the untold story of the invisible war behind the American Revolution. A riveting tale of intrigue, spies, counterspies and se… [more below]
- Author: Allen, Thomas B.
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 192
- Publish Date: January 09 2007
- ISBN10: 1426300417
- Language: English
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The Story of Gandhi: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers
$6.99 Add to cartDiscover the life of Gandhi–a story for kids ages 6 to 9 about building bridges to peace
Gandhi was one of the most important leaders in history. He used peaceful protests and other nonviolent metho- Series: Story of
- Author: Katz, Susan B.
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 64
- Publish Date: December 22 2020
- ISBN10: 1647399459
- Language: English
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Who Was Isaac Newton?
$6.99 Add to cartIsaac Newton was always a loner, preferring to spend his time contemplating the mysteries of the universe. When the plague broke out in London in 1665 he was forced to return home from college. It was… [more below]
- Series: Who Was…?
- Author: Pascal, Janet B.
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 112
- Publish Date: October 30 2014
- ISBN10: 0448479133
- Language: English
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Mumbet’s Declaration of Independence
$20.99 Add to cart“All men are born free and equal.”
Everybody knows about the Founding Fathers and the Declaration of Independence in 1776. But the founders weren’t the only ones who believed that everyone had a ri- Author: Woelfle, Gretchen
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 32
- Publish Date: February 01 2014
- ISBN10: 0761365893
- Language: English
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Olivia Rodrigo: 100+ Olivia Rodrigo Facts, Photos, Quiz + More
$16.99 Add to cartOlivia Rodrigo Fan Book
Olivia Rodrigo may only be 19, but she’s squeezed a lot into her life already! Having made a name for herself in Disney’s Bizaardvark, in 2021 her musical talents came to light
- Series: Celebrity Books for Kids #3
- Author: Kellett, Jenny
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 88
- Publish Date: June 29 2022
- ISBN10: 6199221907
- Language: English
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The Big Book of American Presidents: Fascinating Facts and True Stories about U.S. Presidents and Their Families
$19.99 Read moreThe Big Book of American President Trivia illustrates each president’s journey to the White House through facts, anecdotes, illustrations, photographs, inspirational quotes, and more
The president ha- Author: Hajeski, Nancy J.
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 148
- Publish Date: March 16 2021
- ISBN10: 1510760245
- Language: English
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A Black Woman Did That
$11.99 Add to cartA Black Woman Did That! spotlights vibrant, inspiring Black women whose accomplishments have changed the world for the better.
A Black Woman Did That! is a celebration of strong, resilient, innovative- Author: Adero, Malaika
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 160
- Publish Date: February 18 2020
- ISBN10: 1941367518
- Language: English
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Epic Athletes: Serena Williams
$8.99 Read moreEpic Athletes: Serena Williams is an inspiring middle-grade biography of the most celebrated women’s tennis player ever from acclaimed sports journalist Dan Wetzel!
Featuring comic-style illustrations- Series: Epic Athletes #3
- Author: Wetzel, Dan
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 192
- Publish Date: August 04 2020
- ISBN10: 1250250722
- Language: English
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All about Madam C. J. Walker
$7.99 Read moreMadam C. J. Walker was a self-made millionaire who was beloved within her community for her philanthropy, and respected as a first rate business person. She was America’s first female self-made millio… [more below]
- Series: All about
- Author: Bundles, A’Lelia
- Binding: Paperback
- Page Count: 128
- Publish Date: January 01 2018
- ISBN10: 1681570939
- Language: English
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Diego Rivera: His World and Ours
$19.99 Add to cartDiscover the life and legacy of celebrated Mexican artist Diego Rivera in this picture book by award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh.
A Pura Belpr? Illustrator Award Winner! STARRED REV- Author: Tonatiuh, Duncan
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 40
- Publish Date: May 01 2011
- ISBN10: 0810997312
- Language: English
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Path to the Stars: My Journey from Girl Scout to Rocket Scientist
$17.99 Read moreThe inspiring memoir for young readers about a Latina rocket scientist whose early life was transformed by joining the Girl Scouts and who currently serves as CEO of the Girl Scouts of the USA.
A meni- Author: Acevedo, Sylvia
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 320
- Publish Date: September 04 2018
- ISBN10: 1328809560
- Language: English
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What You Never Knew about Beyoncé
$31.32 Read moreShe’s not called Queen B for nothing! What makes Beyoncé a megastar? High-interest details and bold photos of her fascinating life will enthrall reluctant and struggling readers, while carefully leve… [more below]
- Series: Behind the Scenes Biographies
- Author: Schuh, Mari
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 32
- Publish Date: January 01 2023
- ISBN10: 1669002918
- Language: English
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Revolutionary Prudence Wright: Leading the Minute Women in the Fight for Independence
$19.99 Add to cartHere is the first-ever picture book about female Revolutionary War activist Prudence Wright, who rallied the first and only group of “minute women” to fight the British, changing history in the proces… [more below]
- Author: Anderson, Beth
- Binding: Hardcover
- Page Count: 48
- Publish Date: February 01 2022
- ISBN10: 1644720574
- Language: English
