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1) J.K. Rowling
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2010
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A brief biography of children's book author J.K. Rowling that describes her childhood, education, accomplishments, the Harry Potter series, and aspirations. Includes a chronology.
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2001
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A biography of Christopher Columbus for young readers, explaining why he is famous, and discussing his early life, his preparation for his voyage, and his landing in America. Includes lists of significant dates and words.
10) Amelia Earhart
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2003]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A brief biography of the first woman pilot to cross the Atlantic Ocean and to fly alone across the United States, as well as the first pilot to fly alone across the Pacific Ocean.
11) Davy Crockett
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2004
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Examines the life of American frontier hero Davy Crockett, discussing his childhood, his role in the Creek War, his work as a lawmaker, and his participation in the siege of the Alamo.
13) Abraham Lincoln
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2004]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.1 - AR Pts: 1
Description
This book is a simple biography of the man who served as president of the United States during the Civil War.
14) Pocahontas
Author
Series
Pub. Date
c2002
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Simple text and illustrations introduce the life of the Powhatan Indian who worked throughout her life to establish peace between her people and the English.
15) Betsy Ross
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2004.
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.3 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A brief biography of Betsy Ross, who many believe may have created the first American flag.
17) Dr. Seuss
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2005]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
Simple text and photographs present the life of Dr. Seuss.
20) Rosa Parks
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2002]
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 2.6 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A brief biography of the Alabama black woman whose refusal to give up her seat on a bus helped establish the civil rights movement.