Biographies of Influential Women
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Women in Science and Technology: Katherine Johnson gives readers a brief biography of NASA mathematician Katherine Johnson. It covers her childhood, work for the space program, and passion for STEM education. As a child, Katherine Johnson loved to count..Reading.Grades 1-4.M. M. Eboch.9.70L 7.50W 0.08H.Women in Science and Technology: Katherine Johnson introduces young readers in grades 1-4 to the life and work of the NASA mathematician. This 24-page book includes a glossary, comprehension questions, a time line, and an extension activity.
Grace Lee Boggs was a Chinese American woman who went from earning a PhD in philosophy to becoming an activist in the black power movement in Detroit. She used ideas about revolution to inspire people to create a new world and imagine a new way of living. Learn about Grace Lee Bogg's life and accomplishments in this nonfiction biography, part of the Leaders Like Us series. Featuring 24 pages with vibrant illustrations, this children's book also includes a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to help develop reading comprehension skills..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of an Asian American leader.For ages 6-10..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656308.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.Leaders Like Us: Grace Lee Boggs is a nonfiction biography that explores the life and achievements of Grace Lee Boggs, a Chinese American activist who played a pivotal role in the black power movement, featuring vibrant illustrations, a timeline, and interactive activities to enhance reading comprehension.
As a child, Serena Auñón-Chancellor loved watching rockets launch into space. She dreamed of becoming an astronaut, but she also loved medicine and helping people. Could she be both a doctor and an astronaut? Learn about how Serena Auñón-Chancellor made her dreams come true in this biography—part of the Leaders Like Us children's book series. This children's book features post-reading questions, an extension activity, and time line to engage readers while reinforcing reading comprehension skills. Featuring vibrant illustrations, this nonfiction book introduces readers to Serena Auñón-Chancellor, a doctor and NASA astronaut who was the second Latina to go to space—proving you can make your dreams a reality!.Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latinx American leader.For ages 6-10..ISBN: 9781731657701.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.Serena Auñón-Chancellor: Doctor and Astronaut tells the inspiring story of how Serena followed her dreams of both medicine and space exploration, becoming the second Latina to travel to space, and features vibrant illustrations, a timeline, post-reading questions, and an activity to engage readers and enhance comprehension.
A Black woman had never been a justice for the United States Supreme Court until April 7, 2022 when Ketanji Brown Jackson made history. This lifetime appointment has only been held by two other African Americans before her. Learn about Ketanji Brown Jackson's life, experience, and accomplishments in this nonfiction biography, part of the Leaders Like Us series. Featuring 24 pages with vibrant illustrations, this children's book also includes a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to help develop reading comprehension skills..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Black leader.For ages 6-10..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656292.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.Leaders Like Us: Ketanji Brown Jackson is a nonfiction biography that highlights the inspiring life and accomplishments of Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court, featuring vibrant illustrations, a timeline, and interactive activities to boost reading comprehension.
Introduce readers to the life of political activist Yuri Kochiyama, a Japanese American who was incarcerated during World War II and went on to be a leader in many of the liberation struggles of her time, with the Leaders Like Us Yuri Kochiyama inspirational biography. Yuri and her family were imprisoned during World War II for being Japanese American, which gave Yuri the passion to fight against injustice for the rest of her life. This 24-page biographical children's book features post-reading questions, an extension activity, and a time line to practice reading comprehension skills while learning all about Yuri's legacy..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of an Asian American leader.For ages 6-10..24 pages.ISBN: 9781731657282.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.The Leaders Like Us: Yuri Kochiyama biography introduces young readers to the inspiring life of this Japanese American political activist, who fought against injustice after her family's WWII incarceration, with vivid illustrations, a timeline, post-reading questions, and an activity to enhance comprehension.
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Introduce readers to the life of author and community outreach leader Pura Belpré, the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City, in this inspirational biography—part of the Leaders Like Us series. Pura believed the library was for everyone. Using her skills in storytelling, she encouraged Hispanic children to visit the library by creating bilingual story hour. Her community outreach helped to make the Hispanic people in New York City feel included. This 24-page biographical children's book features post-reading questions, an extension activity, and a time line to practice reading comprehension skills while learning all about how Pura impacted her community, resulting in the annual Pura Belpré Award..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latin American leader.For ages 6-10..24 pages.ISBN: 9781731657299.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.The Leaders Like Us: Pura Belpré biography introduces young readers to the life of the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City, who used bilingual storytelling to engage Hispanic children and foster inclusivity, with vivid illustrations, a timeline, post-reading questions, and an activity to enhance comprehension.
Ever wonder how plants reach toward the sun? Or how water gets from the roots to the leaves? A plant's stem is like a highway, transporting water and food where it's needed. Dig in to discover how stems work to support a plant's survival..This Spanish science book features a photo glossary, index, and a post-reading activity to develop reading comprehension skills..For ages 7-10..24 pages with vibrant photographs.ISBN: 9781731654496.Guided reading level N.Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.This 24-page Spanish science book explains how plant stems function like highways to transport water and nutrients, supporting growth and survival, and includes vivid photos, a glossary, index, and a post-reading activity for guided reading level N.
Some are bigger than a school bus. Others are as small as a candy sprinkle. Some make people itch. What are they? Plant leaves! Find out why leaves are a certain shape and size, how they help plants grow, and perform your own experiment to find out just what leaves need to grow..This Spanish science book features a photo glossary, index, and a post-reading activity to develop reading comprehension skills..For ages 7-10..24 pages with vibrant photographs.ISBN: 9781731654465.Guided reading level O.Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.This 24-page Spanish science book introduces readers to the diverse world of plant leaves, explaining their shapes, sizes, functions, and growth needs, and includes vibrant photos, a glossary, index, and an experiment to support comprehension at guided reading level O.
Philip Vera Cruz came to the United States from the Philippines in search of an education. Instead, he became a farmworker to survive. This turn of events led Philip and other Filipino farmworkers, the manongs, to start the historic strike in Delano, California that led to a grape boycott and the birth of the infamous United Farm Workers union. Learn about Philip Vera Cruz's life and accomplishments in this nonfiction biography, part of the Leaders Like Us series. Featuring 24 pages with vibrant illustrations, this children's book also includes a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to help develop reading comprehension skills..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of an Asian American leader.For ages 6-10..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656315.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.Leaders Like Us: Philip Vera Cruz is a nonfiction biography that tells the inspiring story of Philip Vera Cruz, a Filipino immigrant who became a key figure in the United Farm Workers union and the historic Delano grape boycott, featuring vibrant illustrations, a timeline, and interactive activities to support reading comprehension.
Flowers are more than just decoration. They have an important job. But they can't always do it alone. Find out more about the work of flowers, how they attract help, and how they help plant species survive..This Spanish science book features a photo glossary, index, and a post-reading activity to develop reading comprehension skills..For ages 7-10..24 pages with vibrant photographs.ISBN: 9781731654458.Guided reading level N.Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.This 24-page Spanish science book explores the vital role of flowers in plant survival, how they attract helpers, and includes vibrant photos, a glossary, index, and a post-reading activity to support reading comprehension at guided reading level N.
We are all part of one world. This nonfiction book introduces life around the globe while pointing out things we all have in common. Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum. After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content. Includes photo glossary and index.Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656322.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book introduces young readers to life around the world, highlighting commonalities across cultures, with fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, a photo glossary, and an index to enhance engagement and support social studies curriculum.
People live together all around the world. This nonfiction book explores the people and places that make different communities..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656353.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores the people and places that make up different communities around the world, featuring fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, and a photo glossary to support social studies curriculum.
Everybody has needs. This nonfiction book explores the basic needs of people and how we get our needs met..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656377.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores the basic needs of people and how they are met, featuring fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, and a photo glossary to support social studies curriculum.
Born blind and poor, José Feliciano never gave up on his dream of becoming a musician. Using his talent for guitar playing and singing, José spread his message of peace. Learn how José's blends of different music genres and languages helped people unite in this inspirational biography—part of the Leaders Like Us book series. This inspirational, 24-page nonfiction book also includes post-reading questions, an extension activity, and time line to engage readers while reinforcing reading comprehension skills..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latin American leader.For ages 6-10..24 pages.ISBN: 9781731657398.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.José Feliciano shares the inspiring story of a blind, impoverished musician who overcame obstacles to become a symbol of peace, blending music genres and languages to unite people, with vibrant illustrations, a timeline, after-reading questions, and an activity for further learning.
Soil hides most of the time, but it's important. Dig into the layers of soil and learn how it is made. Find out how soil helps plants and other living things thrive. Are you ready to get your hands dirty?.This Spanish science book features a photo glossary, index, and a post-reading activity to develop reading comprehension skills..For ages 7-10..24 pages with vibrant photographs.ISBN: 9781731654489.Guided reading level O.Rourke proudly publishes respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!.This 24-page Spanish science book uncovers the hidden world of soil, explaining its layers, formation, and crucial role in supporting plants and other life, with vivid photos, a glossary, index, and a post-reading activity for guided reading level O.
Life in the United States is always changing. This nonfiction book explores how people's lives have changed over time in the US and how they will continue to change..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656346.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores how people's lives have changed over time in the United States and how they will continue to evolve, featuring fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, and a photo glossary to support social studies curriculum.
People have to live together and get along with each other. This nonfiction book explores how citizens and the government work to accomplish this..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656360.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores how citizens and the government work together to help people live harmoniously, with fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, and a photo glossary to support social studies curriculum.
Dalip Singh Saund was born to a Sikh family in a small village in India. He went on to become a scholar, public speaker, author, farmer, judge, and the first Asian American elected to the United States Congress. Learn about Dalip's fascinating, barrier-breaking journey overcoming anti-Sikh and Indian prejudice in this inspirational biography, part of the Leaders Like Us series. This 24-page nonfiction book features post-reading questions, an extension activity, and time line to engage readers while reinforcing reading comprehension skills along the way..Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of an Asian American leader.For ages 6-10..24 pages.ISBN: 9781731657374.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.Dalip Singh Saund tells the inspiring story of the first Asian American elected to the U.S. Congress, detailing his journey from a small village in India to becoming a scholar, public speaker, and public servant, with post-reading questions, a timeline, and an extension activity to enhance reading comprehension.
This nonfiction book introduces the relationship between people and the places we live. It discusses the impact we have on the earth and the impact the earth has on us. Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum. After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content..Fact- and photo-filled text for young readers supports social studies curriculum.For ages 5-8..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731656339.After-reading activity helps reader further engage with book content.Includes photo glossary and index.This nonfiction book explores the relationship between people and the places we live, discussing the mutual impact between humans and the Earth, with fact-filled text, photos, an after-reading activity, a photo glossary, and an index to support social studies curriculum.
Oscar de la Renta loved art. He wanted to be a famous fashion designer, but it was a very competitive field where the most successful designers were French or Italian, unlike him. Learn about the fashion designer from the Dominican Republic who turned his dreams into a reality as you dive into Oscar de la Renta's biography—part of the Leaders Like Us children's book series. Post-reading questions, an extension activity, and time line are included to engage readers while reinforcing reading comprehension skills. Featuring vibrant illustrations, this nonfiction book introduces readers to Oscar de la Renta, a fashion designer from the Dominican Republic who built a fashion empire and proved that you can accomplish your dreams no matter how big they may seem!.Engaging biography that tells the inspiring life story of a Latinx American leader.For ages 6-10..ISBN: 9781731657725.Vivid illustrations.Includes a time line, after-reading questions, and an activity to encourage further learning.Oscar de la Renta tells the inspiring story of the Dominican Republic-born fashion designer who overcame obstacles in a competitive field to build a successful fashion empire, proving that dreams can be achieved with determination.
Earth zips through space at thousands of miles an hour! So, why aren't we lost in a distant galaxy? In Super Science: Sky Spies, readers will discover the secrets of the moon and stars , including how we can see celestial patterns that repeat over time by carefully watching the night sky. The Super Science series presents standards-supporting concepts in relatable, often-humorous ways to engage young readers and provide teachers with fun informational texts to support science curriculums. Maximum information is delivered with minimal text to engage and support early readers..Photo- and fact-filled text for young readers supports NGSS standards.For ages: 6-10 years..Page Count: 24 pages.ISBN: 9781731654779.Includes glossary, index, and comprehension questions.Activity helps reader further engage with book content.Super Science: Sky Spies introduces young readers to the wonders of the moon, stars, and celestial patterns, explaining how observing the night sky helps us understand the universe around us.