A Girl Named Helen Keller
Margo Lundell

This is the story of Helen Keller’s childhood and how her teacher, Anne Sullivan changed her life. Helen faced many struggles as a blind and deaf child but with Anne’s help she learned to read and write and become an amazing person in our history.

Abe Lincoln’s Hat
Martha Brenner

Did you ever know that our 14th president Abraham Lincoln was actually a quite forgetful man? Discover how Abe’s famous tall black hat helped him become less forgetful and a creative lawyer before his presidency.

The Story of Ruby Bridges
Robert Coles

The courageous story of the first black student to attend in all-white elementary school. Ruby is a brave six-year-old that paved the path for desegregation in the school system.

George Washington’s Mother
Jean Fritz

What do you think George Washington’s mother is like? Find out if she is anything like your mother in this true story.

Who Was Thomas Alva Edison?
Margaret Frith

Have you ever wondered how the idea of electricity came about? Read all about Thomas Edison and his more than 1,000 inventions, including the light bulb. Enjoy over 100 pictures!

Harvesting Hope: The Story of Cesar Chavez
Kathleen Krull

Enjoy this inspiring tale of a remarkable hero and how he fought to improve the living conditions for migrant farm workers. Learn about the historical 300 mile protest march that changed history.

If a Bus Could Talk The Story of Rosa Parks
Faith Ringgold

Ride along with Marcie, as she unknowingly takes a ride on the same bus Rosa Parks refused to give her seat up on in 1955. Hear the talking bus recount the amazing life of Rosa Parks and how she changed our society.

My Brother Martin: A Sister Remembers Growing Up with
the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
Christine King Farris

Get an inside look at the childhood of Martin Luther King Jr from his very own sister. Learn about key events in his daily life that led him to become a great leader and fight for equality.

Promises to Keep: How Jackie Robinson Changed America
Sharon Robinson

A hero’s daughter retells the amazing journey of her father’s life. Not only did Jackie Robinson become the first African American major league baseball player, he also played an active role in the civil rights movement.

Who Was Amelia Earhart
Kate Boehm Jerome

Read about the fascinating life of Amelia Earhart, as she becomes the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean.

A Picture Book of Harriet Tubman
David A. Adler

Harriet Tubman was a brave woman born into slavery in 1820. Discover how her bravery led her to follow the North Star to freedom and help over 300 other slaves escape using the Underground Railroad!