Showing 1–24 of 24 titles
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Ada Lovelace, Poet of Science: The First Computer Programmer
This engaging biography introduces nineteenth-century scientist Ada Lovelace, who developed the first algorithm used by the world's early computers.- Nonfiction, Biography, Computer Science
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481452496
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Before She Was Harriet
With a musical score and sound effects carefully tailored to each beautiful spread of the picture book, Sisi Aisha Johnson, January LaVoy, Lisa Renee Pitts, & Bahni Turpin take turns painting scenes from Harriet Tubman's life with their passionate, engaging reading.- Biography, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2019
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781430131205
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The Bluest of Blues: Anna Atkins and the First Book of Photographs
Anna Atkins' curiosity about science led her to experiment with the new art of photography, particularly cyanotypes.- Nonfiction, Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781419725517
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The Book Itch: Freedom, Truth, & Harlem's Greatest Bookstore
Lewis Michaux Jr.takes readers through the National Memorial African Bookstore in Harlem. This one-of-a-kind store offered a place for African Americans to read, learn, and debate ideas for over 40 years.- Biography, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780761339434
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The Book Rescuer: How a Mensch from Massachusetts Saved Yiddish Literature for Generations to Come
With dramatic art, this picturebook biography tells the story of Aaron Lansky's mission to save Yiddish literature.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481472203
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Carter Reads the Newspaper
This engaging nonfiction picturebook highlights the life and determination of little-known civil rights pioneer, Dr. Carter Woodson.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781561459346
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The Cat Man of Aleppo
War-torn Aleppo is given hope from Mohammad Alaa Aljaleel’s humanitarian efforts to care for the deserted cats in the city.
- Fiction, History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2021, Randolph Caldecott Medal 2021 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781984813787
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Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln
This picturebook biography follows young Venezuelan musician, Teresa Carreño, from her homeland to New York, famous concert halls, and a White House performance for President Lincoln. -
Digging for Words: José Alberto Gutiérrez and the Library He Built
José Alberto Gutiérrez, a garbageman in Bogotá, Colombia, collects books along his route and creates a library for children to read and borrow in his neighborhood on Saturdays.
- Fiction, Biography, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781984892638
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Emmanuel's Dream: The True Story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah
Emmanuel doesn't allow his malformed leg to deter him from riding a bike to crusade for disability rights in Ghana. His successes chronicled in this biography are inspirational.
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780449817445
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Esquivel! Space-Age Sound Artist
The roo-roo, bzzz, and zowww of instruments jump off the page as Brian Amador's lyrical narration creates a story in stereo-sound about Esquivel's innovative and creative musical career. -
Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos
A fictional account of the life of young artist Frida Kahlo that celebrates her connection to the animals she loved and painted. -
Gingerbread for Liberty: How a German Baker Helped Win the American Revolution
Little-known hero baker of the American Revolution Christopher Ludwick stars in this engaging picture book biography with a tasty twist.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780544130012
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Growing Up Pedro
A young Pedro Martinez, inspired by his brother Ramon, rises from humble beginnings in the Dominican Republic to become one of the best Major League Baseball players of our time.- Nonfiction, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763668242
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It Began with a Page: How Gyo Fujikawa Drew the Way
This biography for young readers recounts the life of a trailblazing Japanese American picturebook artist.- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780062447623
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My Name Is Celia/ Me Llamo Celia: The Life of Celia Cruz/ La Vida de Celia Cruz
“My Name Is Celia/Me Llamo Celia: The Life of Celia Cruz/La Vida de Celia Cruz,” is as full of movement and excitement as the life of Celia Cruz. Vibrant colors, extravagant illustrations and flowing patterns create a mood of energy in this book. Full of the details of folklore, fashion and music, the book teems with life.- Nonfiction, Biography
- Pura Belpré Youth Illustrator Award 2006 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780873588720
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The Noisy Paint Box: The Colors and Sounds of Kandinsky's Abstract Art
Abstract artist Vasily Kandinsky experienced colors as sounds and sounds as colors; he created work that was bold and groundbreaking using colors from his "noisy paint box.” His process is reflected beautifully by GrandPré, whose paint flows across the page in ethereal ribbons of color.- Nonfiction, Biography
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2015 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780307978486
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The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read
Mary Walker was born into slavery in 1848. After a lifetime of hard work, and as the remaining survivor of her family, she realizes a goal of learning to read at 116 years of age.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781524768287
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Papa Is a Poet : A Story about Robert Frost
Ammi-Joan Paquette gives a youthful voice to 15-year-old Lesley, who narrates this picture book biography of her father, the notable American poet, Robert Frost.
- Biography, Literature, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2016
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9780545842587
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Planting Stories: The Life of Librarian and Storyteller Pura Belpré
This riveting picturebook biography of Pura Belpré, following her from Puerto Rico to her new life in Nueva York, captures her professional life, legacy, and lifelong passion for storytelling and public libraries. -
Queen of Physics: How Wu Chien Shiung Helped Unlock the Secrets of the Atom
The contributions of overlooked scientist Wu Chien Shiung are celebrated here, and the many obstacles she overcame acknowledged.- Nonfiction, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781454932208
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Ruth Objects: The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
From her lace collars to her incredible work ethic, this picture book biography chronicles the hard work and dedication of RBG to become a Supreme Court Justice.
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography, Politics & Government
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781484747179
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Swan: The Life and Dance of Anna Pavlova
Elegant illustrations and poetic text tell the story of Anna Pavlova, an accomplished ballerina who shared the beauty and joy of dance with the entire world.- Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781452118901
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The Youngest Marcher: The Story of Audrey Faye Hendricks, a Young Civil Rights Activist
The 1963 Birmingham protest was successfully accomplished by youth. The youngest, nine-year-old Audrey Faye Hendricks, proved that even the smallest voice makes a difference.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781481400701