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George Washington Carver

planting ideas
Examines the life and accomplishments of George Washington Carver, describing his childhood, education, and scientific research on plants and soil conservation; and includes a time line.
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Eleanor Roosevelt

a friend to all
A brief biography of Eleanor Roosevelt, with photographs and simple text describing her childhood, her accomplishments, and how she changed the role of First Lady.
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Martin Luther King Jr

marching for equality
A brief overview of the life of Martin Luther King Jr. and his dedication to winning equal rights for African-Americans through organized, nonviolent protest.
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Ce?sar Cha?vez

protecting farm workers
Presents a biography of twentieth-century social activist Cesar Chavez who became the leader of the United Farm Workers and fought for the rights of Mexican laborers in the mid-1900s.
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Jackie Robinson

hero on the baseball field
Examines the life of Jackie Robinson and tells how he faced the challenges of being the first African-American player in major league baseball.
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Martin Luther King Jr.

marching for equality
A brief overview of the life of Martin Luther King Jr. and his dedication to winning equal rights for African-Americans through organized, nonviolent protest.

Jackie Robinson

hero on the baseball field
Examines the life of Jackie Robinson and tells how he faced the challenges of being the first African-American player in major league baseball.

Sojourner Truth

a path to freedom
Tells the story of Sojourner Truth, discussing her childhood as a slave, and looking at her work to secure the rights of all women after she gained her freedom; and includes a timeline.

George Washington Carver

planting ideas
Examines the life and accomplishments of George Washington Carver, describing his childhood, education, and scientific research on plants and soil conservation; and includes a time line.
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Annie Oakley

little sure shot
2011
Examines the life and accomplishments of Annie Oakley, an American sharpshooter who had a starring role in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show; and includes a time line.

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