Ordinary people change the world (Picture books)
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I am Abraham Lincoln
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Author
Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers, an imprint of Penguin Group (USA) LLC
Pub. Date
[2015?]
Language
English
Description
" We can all be heroes. That's the inspiring message of this New York Times Bestselling picture book biography series from historian and author Brad Meltzer When Helen Keller was very young, she got a rare disease that made her deaf and blind. Suddenly, she couldn't see or hear at all, and it was hard for her to communicate with anyone. But when she was six years old, she met someone who would change her life forever: her teacher, Annie Sullivan....
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I am Lucille Ball
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Author
Publisher
Penguin Young Readers Group
Pub. Date
2016
Language
English
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Description
Children will want to read about our first president while discussing the presidential elections. This is the ninth book in the New York Times bestselling biography series that inspires while it informs and entertains. (Cover may vary)
George Washington was never afraid to be the first to try something, from exploring the woods around his childhood home to founding a brand new nation, the United States of...
George Washington was never afraid to be the first to try something, from exploring the woods around his childhood home to founding a brand new nation, the United States of...
11) I am Gandhi
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Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Learn about the life of Gandhi and the change he enacted on the world.
12) I am Jim Henson
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Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Take a look at the life of Jim Henson, the creator of The Muppets Show and Sesame Street.
13) I am Sacagawea
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Language
English
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Description
"A biography of Sacagawea, the Shoshone woman who served as a translator for the Lewis and Clark Expedition."--Provided by publisher.
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I am Sonia Sotomayor
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I am Billie Jean King
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I am Marie Curie
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I am Walt Disney
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20) I am Anne Frank
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Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Publisher Annotation: This engaging biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of an icon in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. This volume features Anne Frank, whose courage and hope during a time of terror are still an inspiration...
Author
Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great--the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of an icon in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero's childhood influences. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. This volume features Founding Father and scientist Benjamin Franklin....
23) I am Frida Kahlo
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Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"This picture book biography follows Frida Kahlo's start as an artist and how she integrated her unique way of looking at the world into her art"--
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Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Publisher Annotation: The legendary country musician, reading advocate, and philanthropist Dolly Parton is the 28th in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8. This book spotlights Dolly Parton, known for her beloved country songs, who has also sent over 150 million free books to children through her Imagination Library. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret...
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I am I. M. Pei
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Author
Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
Publisher Annotation: Malala Yousafzai won the Nobel Peace Prize at the age of 17 for speaking out against injustice even when it was terrifying to do so. She was an ordinary Muslim girl who wanted to attend school, and she refused to stop protesting for her rights even after being attacked by a powerful group in Pakistan who wanted women to remain in the shadows. She continues to fight for women’s rights and free education for children all over...
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Publisher
Dial Books For Young Readers
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Publisher Annotation: Muhammad Ali was the leading heavyweight boxer of the 20th century and a charismatic, beloved public figure. His objection to the military draft during the Vietnam War made him an icon for a generation, and his impact in sports and the Civil Rights movement is still felt today.
29) I am John Lewis
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Publisher
Rocky Pond Books
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Publisher Annotation: This book spotlights John Lewis, known for his role in the Civil Rights Movement, having helped organize the March on Washington and the Selma Voting Rights March, and for his lifelong dedication to public service as a member of the House of Representatives. John Lewis was never afraid to get in good trouble This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model...
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I am Ruth Bader Ginsburg
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