Biographies

Renowned artist Maira Kalman sheds light on the fascinating life and interests of the Renaissance man who was our third president. Thomas Jefferson is perhaps best known for writing the Declaration of Independence--but there's so much more to discover...

An entertaining and gorgeous picture book biography of scientist and environmental hero Ruth Patrick, one of the first to warn about the dangers of pollution. A brilliant scientist and intrepid explorer, the ecologist Ruth Patrick taught the world how to...

Read all about about the first Black woman to be elected to Congress in this empowering addition to the Who Was? series. Shirley Chisholm showed interest in politics early on, majoring in sociology at Brooklyn College in New York City. During this time...

Read all about about the first Black woman to be elected to Congress in this empowering addition to the Who Was? series. Shirley Chisholm showed interest in politics early on, majoring in sociology at Brooklyn College in New York City. During this time...

A picture-book biography about science superstar Neil deGrasse Tyson, the groundbreaking American astrophysicist whose work has inspired a generation of young scientists and astronomers to reach for the stars! Perfect for STEM curricula and readers of...

A picture-book biography on science superstar Neil deGrasse Tyson, the groundbreaking American astrophysicist whose work has inspired a generation of young scientists and astronomers to reach for the stars! Perfect for STEM curricula and readers of all...

CHILDREN'S LITERATURE LEGACY AWARD WINNER - Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to serve on the Supreme Court, is an inspiration and role model to children of all ages. Award-winning author Carole Boston Weatherford tells her story of...

Bryan Stevenson's incredible fight to end mass incarceration, excessive punishment, and racial inequality comes to life in this young adult adaptation of the acclaimed, #1 New York Times bestseller that was adapted into a major motion picture starring...

The young adult adaptation of the acclaimed, #1 New York Times bestseller Just Mercy--now a major motion picture starring Michael B. Jordan, Jaime Foxx, and Brie Larson and the subject of an HBO documentary feature! In this very personal work--adapted...

The young adult adaptation of the acclaimed, #1 New York Times bestseller Just Mercy--now a major motion picture starring Michael B. Jordan, Jaime Foxx, and Brie Larson and the subject of an HBO documentary feature! In this very personal work--adapted...

Blues guitarist Blind Willie Johnson led a hardscrabble life, but in 1977, NASA's Voyager spacecrafts were launched, carrying a golden record to introduce planet Earth to the cosmos, and one of his songs became the defining anthem.

NEWBERY HONOR AWARD WINNER • An unforgettable graphic memoir about a Mexican American boy’s family and their adventure-filled road trip to bring their abuelito back from Mexico“One of those books that kids will pass to their friends as...

This engaging book showcases the life and work of musician and actress Selena Gomez, explaining her early life, rise to fame, and most influential works. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and...

This engaging book showcases the life and work actor Ryan Reynolds, explaining his early life, rise to fame, and most influential works. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. The book...

This engaging book showcases the life and work of musician and businesswoman Rihanna, explaining her early life, rise to fame, and most influential works. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and...

This engaging book showcases the life and work of actor Michael B. Jordan, explaining his early life, rise to fame, and most influential works. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. The...

This engaging book showcases the life and work of actor and producer Margot Robbie, explaining her early life, rise to fame, and most influential works. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and...

This engaging book showcases the life and work of musician Bad Bunny, explaining his early life, rise to fame, and most influential works. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make the book engaging and accessible. The book...