First biographies

Presents a short biography of African-American surveyor and author, Benjamin Banneker, who helped to survey the land for the U.S. Capitol.

Looks at the life of Charles M. Schulz, creator of the "Peanuts" comics and characters.

Provides background information about the Revolutionary War, and discusses the heroism displayed by Pennsylvania wife Molly Pitcher who risked her life to follow her husband into battle and take his place at the cannon when he became too weak to continue.

Examines the early life and education of American patriot Nathan Hale, discusses his teaching career, and looks at his heroic actions during the Revolutionary War.

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.

Simple text and photographs introduce the life of Sam Houston, who served as governor of Texas after helping fight for the region's independence from Mexico.

A simple biography of the man who led the Rough Riders in the Spanish American War and became president of the United States after the assassination of President McKinley in 1901.

An introduction to Mark Twain, including his childhood, education, and work as a great American author.

Presents the life of Mary Hays McCauly, the legend of Molly Pitcher, and her role in the Revolutionary War.

A simple account of the life of Albert Einstein, one of the greatest and most famous physicists of the twentieth century.