Miller, J. P

A brief biography of civil rights activist Bayard Rustin, who helped organize the March on Washington in 1963.

Rosetta could sing and play guitar as no one had ever before. From her church's stage to Carnegie Hall, she brought her incredible gift of music to the world. With it, she also helped invent rock and roll!.

A brief biography of African American legislator and activist Shirley Chisholm.

Text and illustration look at the life of American physician Rebecca Lee Crumpler who became the first African-American woman to become a doctor of medicine in the United States.

Major" loved to ride his bike. He raced and did tricks, winning award after award. He became one of the best bicycle racers in the United States in just a few years. What happened to this amazing athlete?.

LEADERS LIKE US: In this illustrated biography, elementary-aged readers will learn about the early life and greatest accomplishments of an important African American leader in the field of genealogy, Henry Louis Gates Jr. BIOGRAPHY READERS FOR CHILDREN: As a child, Henry was curious about his family tree. He interviewed family members and discovered connections. When he grew up, he taught others to do the same! In this high-interest reader, you'll discover fascinating facts about this important historical figure. INCLUDES: This 24-page book for grades 1-4 includes a time line, questions for discussion, and an extension activity. BENEFITS: History is filled with inspiring leaders who made a difference in our world. Each book in this own voices illustrated series tells the story of an important leader in fields such as science, the arts, government, sports, and more, focusing on each leader's early life and greatest accomplishments. WHY ROURKE: Since 1980, we've been committed to bringing out the best non-fiction books to help you bring out the best in your young learners. Our carefully crafted topics encourage all students who are "learning to read" and "reading to learn"!.

A cumulative nursery rhyme about the chain of events that started when Jack built a house.

The red hen finds none of her lazy animal friends willing to help her plant, harvest, or grind wheat into flour, but all are eager to eat the bread she makes from it.

Reveals how some colors are made from blending others and depicts objects in each color.