biographies

This biography examines the life of Edward Snowden using easy-to-read, compelling text. Through striking contemporary photographs and informative sidebars, readers will learn about Snowden's early life, education, and experiences as a government whistleblower. Informative sidebars enhance and support the text. Features include a table of contents, timeline, facts page, glossary, bibliography, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Profiles the life and career of television and motion producer and director J. J. Abrams.

Looks at the life and work of inventor Robert Goddard, the man who is credited with being the father of modern rocketry.

A biography of professional baseball player, Mike Trout.

Explores the life of Johann Gutenberg and his invention of the movable-type printing press.

A biography of professional baseball player Bryce Harper.

Includes index. Introduces the life and painting career of Anna Mary Robertson Moses, known as Grandma Moses, a self-taught artist who painted simple scenes of country life.

Young Betsy Ross is upset when her brother tells her that she cannot make furniture because she is a girl, but her mother teaches her that she can still do important things.''.

This title examines the remarkable life of Steven Spielberg. Readers will learn about his family background, childhood, and education, his career as a movie producer and director, and his famous works. Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline, fast facts, list of famous works, and a critical evaluation activity. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Explores the life and works of Austrian artist Gustav Klimt.