Showing 51–100 of 124 titles
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I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark
Discover the life of Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in this picture-book biography about how one small yet powerful woman persisted against great odds.- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781481465595
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Imagine
Herrera uses poetry to recount his journey and invites readers to imagine their own future full of possibilities.- Nonfiction, Poetry, Biography, Literature
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780763690526
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In the Shadow of Liberty: The Hidden History of Slavery, Four Presidents, and Five Black Lives
The lives of five enslaved people owned by four U.S. presidents reveal the contradictions of a land founded upon the idea of freedom.- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9781627793117
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Indian Captive: The Story of Mary Jemison
Even though other settlers have been slaughtered by the French and the Indians, Pa refuses to let his family go east to safety. They, too, are captured, and only young, blond-haired Mary survives, forced to become a part of the Seneca people.
- Fiction, Biography, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1942 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780397300723
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Isaac the Alchemist: Secrets of Isaac Newton, Reveal'd
Discover the life and times of Isaac Newton, an alchemist who brilliantly transformed and advanced scientific understanding of chemistry.- Nonfiction, Science, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Older
- ISBN: 9780763670634
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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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Leader By Destiny: George Washington, Man and Patriot
Not a man who plans what he wants but rather one who allows things to shape him and his future, George Washington lives a life full of adventure and responsibility as he grows up. The fifty-two years of his life that Eaton covers contain much of the history and many of the famous people of his time.- Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1939 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780152441760
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Let 'er Buck!: George Fletcher, the People's Champion
George Fletcher's rise to fame as a rodeo champion is recounted with colorful language, à la old Westerns, and expressive oil paintings.- Nonfiction, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781512498080
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Letters from Cuba
In a series of letters, young Jewish refugee Esther describes life in 1930s Cuba as she helps her father earn money by sewing dresses so their family can join them and escape persecution in Poland.
- Fiction, Biography, Historical Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780525516477
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The Lightning Dreamer: Cuba's Greatest Abolitionist
Tula fights for freedom and education for herself, and ultimatelyfor women, slaves and dissenters, in Margarita Engle's poetic story of the nineteenth-century Cuban abolitionist and writer, Gertrudis Gómez de Avellaneda.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2014 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780544541122
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Lone Journey: The Life of Roger Williams
From childhood onward, Roger Williams is a champion for religious freedom. Again and again he speaks out for separation of church and state, risking his own life- Nonfiction, Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1945 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780152484729
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Malala: Activist for Girls' Education
In this engaging picture book biography, richly detailed text and illustrations, along with extensive back matter, bring the story of world-famous Pakistani activist Malala Yousafzai to readers. Beginning with her birth, the story details her early family life and how it contributed to her becoming a global advocate for social justice. -
Mama Africa! How Miriam Makeba Spread Hope with Her Song
The inspiring life story of Miriam Makeba, an activist and singer best known as Mama Africa, is illustrated with art as vibrant as the woman herself.- Nonfiction, History, World History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780374303013
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The Man Who Went to the Far Side of the Moon: The Story of Apollo 11 Astronaut Michael Collins
Reminiscent of a scrapbook, this extraordinary book chronicles what Michael Collins did, saw, and thought about in space. What was it like to go to the moon and be the only man in the mission not to walk on the surface? Collins orbited the moon 14 times, while surrounded by 701 power switches and 20 pounds of checklists. Through fascinating facts, quotes, checklists, original drawings, and photos taken both in space and on Earth, the book tells how the astronauts prepared for their historic journey, what they brought with them, and what they left behind.- Nonfiction, Biography
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 2004 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780811840071
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March: Book Three
This third graphic novel in Congressman John Lewis' personal account of the Civil Rights Movement begins with the Birmingham church bombing and ends with the signing of the Voting Rights Act. -
Martin Rising: Requiem for a King
Dr. King's final months of life and the emotional aftermath of his assassination are recounted in this collection of poignant poetry.- Nonfiction, Poetry, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780545702539
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Martin's Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
In this picture-book biography of Martin Luther King Jr., Rappaport's spare text and carefully chosen quotes are carried to a powerful emotional level by Collier's art. From the smiling, inviting image on the cover to each striking double spread the artist portrays significant events evoking King's purpose, telling readers that “his big words are alive for us today.”- Nonfiction, Biography
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2002 (Honor Title)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780439405119
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Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War
Daniel Ellsberg, a former Pentagon insider, risks everything in order to reveal the corruption and deception that led to U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War.- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Older
- ISBN: 9781596439528
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Mr. Justice Holmes
The son of a famous writer, Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. is a daydreamer whose brilliance is not always apparent to his family. After serving in the Civil War, he becomes a lawyer and a teacher, trying to make law interesting and clear to those entering the profession. Well-respected but never wealthy, he becomes one of the country's most highly esteemed Supreme Court justices.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1957 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780695460259
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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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My Story, My Dance: Robert Battle's Journey to Alvin Ailey
Once Robert Battle's leg braces were off, nothing could keep him from flying. With determination and love of dance, he became the artistic director of the renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.- Nonfiction, Arts, Performing Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781481422215
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Nansen
Determined to learn as much as he can as a little boy (and even more determined as an adult), Fridtjof Nansen grows to be one of Norway's most famous citizens. He is an explorer who travels all the way to the North Pole, a statesman, and, most difficult of all, a fighter for world peace and a winner of the Nobel Peace Prize.- Nonfiction, Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1941 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780670504008
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No Small Potatoes: Junius G. Groves and His Kingdom in Kansas
Junius G. Groves went from being enslaved in Kentucky to owning 500 acres in Kansas and making his fortune by growing potatoes.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780385752763
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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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Pass Go and Collect $200: The Real Story of How Monopoly Was Invented
This picture-book history offers a spirited account of the evolution of the popular board game and the people who were involved over the years in its creation.- Nonfiction, History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781627791687
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Penn
Until he converts to the Quaker religion, William Penn leads a privileged upper-class life. Then he loses everything and is imprisoned. After fighting hard for religious freedom, Penn is allowed to go to America and found the new colony of Pennsylvania, based on the principles for which he fought.- Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1939 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780670546435
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A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech that Inspired a Nation
A look at how Martin Luther King Jr.'s famous “I Have a Dream Speech” was written and the voices that shaped its message.
- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780823443314
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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. -
A Poem for Peter: The Story of Ezra Jack Keats and the Creation of The Snowy Day
This homage to Ezra Jack Keats takes the form of a biographical poem, telling of his creation of Peter, the young, black protagonist of The Snowy Day, and Keats' impact on children's literature.- Nonfiction, Biography, Literature
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780425287682
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Poet: The Remarkable Story of George Moses Horton
George Moses Horton overcame slavery and illiteracy to become a remarkable poet. His love of words and success as a poet will inspire readers.- Nonfiction, Biography, Literature
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781561458257
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Portraits of Hispanic American Heroes
Juan Felipe Herrera celebrates the lives of 20 Hispanic people who up to now have been in the shadows to many despite their significant contributions to American society. These poignant biographical sketches succinctly present the essence of each hero's life and legacy to the future generations of their culture.- Nonfiction, Biography
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2015 (Honor Title)
- Older
- ISBN: 9781501912931
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Preaching to the Chickens: The Story of Young John Lewis
Civil rights leader and Georgia Congressman John Lewis grew up in rural Alabama. Emulating preachers at church, young John literally fed and ministered to his farmyard congregation of chickens.- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780399168567
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Presenting Buffalo Bill: The Man Who Invented the Wild West
Fleming digs for truth behind the myth of showman William "Buffalo Bill" Cody, the development of the Wild West, and the treatment of the American Indians during late nineteenth century.- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9781596437630
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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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Radiant Child: The Story of Young Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat
The short yet brilliant life story of Jean-Michel Basquiat and his determination to become an artist are revealed through poetic language and illustrations dramatically influenced by Basquiat's own style.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2017, Randolph Caldecott Medal 2017 (Medal Winner)
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780316213882
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The Road from Home: The Story of an Armenian Girl
After the Turks finish with their slaughter of nearly two million Armenians, Veron is the only survivor of her immediate family. When the Greeks attack Turkey, Veron and her aunt and cousin escape to Greece, and from there she travels to the United States, a mail-order bride and the future mother of the author.- Nonfiction, Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1980 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780688802059
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Runner of the Mountain Tops: The Life of Louis Agassiz
A brilliant naturalist and the founder of Harvard's Agassiz Museum, Louis Agassiz is realistically portrayed from his childhood in Switzerland through his years as a Harvard professor. Agassiz's fascination with all of nature and his great teaching ability are evident throughout the book.- Biography
- John Newbery Medal 1940 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9789997489685
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: The Case of R.B.G. vs. Inequality
The woman who would go on to become America's second female Supreme Court Justice faced and conquered injustice through her young life.- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography, Politics & Government
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781419725593
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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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Sachiko: A Nagasaki Bomb Survivor's Story
Sachiko was six years old when the atomic bomb fell on Nagasaki, Japan. Her incredible story of survival, loss, and courageous perseverance is one that must be heard. Historical photographs and topical essays combine to provide valuable context for today's readers. -
Samurai Rising: The Epic Life of Minamoto Yoshitsune
Turner reveals the thrilling life of twelfth-century samurai Minamoto Yoshitsune, the bloody feud between his family and the Taira clan, and his undoing by the political machinations of his brother.- Nonfiction, History, World History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- Older
- ISBN: 9781580895842
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Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library
The handsome biography of Afro-Puerto Rican Schomburg introduces his efforts to collect and correct the history of the contributions of “Africa's sons and daughters.”- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Older
- ISBN: 9780763680466
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Sharuko: El Arqueólogo Peruano/Peruvian Archaeologist Julio C. Tello
This bilingual biography traces the life of Julio C. Tello, from a curious, young boy to an accomplished archaeologist who elevated Peru’s indigenous history.
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Silent Days, Silent Dreams
The fictionalized biography of self-taught artist James Castle, who grew up deaf, mute, and autistic, and used art to express himself, is as beautiful as it is affecting.- Fiction, Arts, Visual Arts, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Older
- ISBN: 9780545927611
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Sister Shako and Kolo the Goat: Memories of My Childhood
The author relates his experience growing up in a village in Eastern Turkey and his relationship with a remarkable old woman.- Biography
- Mildred L. Batchelder Award 1995 (Honor Title)
- Middle
- ISBN: 9780688132712
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So Tall Within: Sojourner Truth's Long Walk toward Freedom
This poetic and haunting picture-book biography reflects the larger-than-life experiences of abolitionist Sojourner Truth.- Nonfiction, History, US History, Biography
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781626728721
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Soldier for Equality: José de la Luz Sáenz and the Great War
A fascinating picturebook biography of Mexican American José de la Luz Sáenz's fight for equality as a U.S. soldier during WWI.
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Some Writer! The Story of E. B. White
This enticing biography of beloved children's book author E. B. White seamlessly incorporates photographs, personal letters, pages from his books, and collage illustrations with engaging text.- Nonfiction, Biography, Literature
- Notable Children's Books 2017
- All Ages
- ISBN: 9780544319592
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Spice and the Devil's Cave
At a workshop in Portugal, Bartholomew Diaz, Vasco da Gama, and Ferdinand Magellan gather to discuss their theory that an all-sea route around the Cape of Good Hope, also known as the Devil's Cave, must exist. The theft by pirates of the only known maps adds interest and intrigue.- Fiction, Biography, Historical Fiction
- John Newbery Medal 1931 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780394916620
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