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Won’t you be my neighbor? Fred Rogers was an inspirational television host who captured the hearts of children. In this title, beginning readers will find narrative text that tells his… More →

Dolly Parton is a country music legend, entrepreneur, champion of children’s literacy, and so much more! Early readers will follow Dolly’s career, from her humble beginnings in the… More →

Nelson Mandela fought apartheid to become the first president of South Africa. Beginning readers will learn about the life of this world leader through beautifully illustrated narrative… More →

A pioneer in the world of flight, Bessie Coleman was the first American to earn a license to fly anywhere in the world! Beginning readers will find inspiration in this story about Bessie’s… More →

Marie Curie was an award-winning scientist who dedicated her life to studying radioactivity. Her work changed science and helps people around the world! This inspiring title uses narrative… More →

Michael Jordan is a former professional basketball player. He is considered by many to be one of the greatest players of all time! This book for beginning readers follows the life of Michael… More →

Anne Frank was a Jewish girl whose diary of living in a secret attic during World War II still inspires hope during hardship today. Early readers of this book will follow Frank’s life while… More →

Ella Fitzgerald, the first lady of song, is a music icon who inspires creativity around the world. In this book, beginning readers will follow Ella Fitzgerald’s life, from her early years… More →

Jim Henson was a puppeteer and the creator of the beloved Muppets. His imagination continues to inspire people today! Narrative text and bright illustrations walk beginning readers through… More →

LeVar Burton was the host of the long-running children’s television program Reading Rainbow. He continues to advocate for education, particularly reading. In this book, early readers will… More →

Grace Hopper was a computer pioneer and member of the U.S. Navy who created a programming language that is still used today! This inspiring title uses narrative text and vibrant illustrations More →

Helen Keller became blind and deaf as a small child. She later became an inspiration for many through her work as an advocate for disabled people. In this low-level title, readers can explore More →