Primary source readers. American biographies

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Thomas Jefferson

declaring our freedom
2011
An illustrated biography of Thomas Jefferson, discussing his role in the political history of the United States.

George Washington Carver

planting ideas
2011
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.

Eleanor Roosevelt

a friend to all
2011
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.

C?sar Ch?vez

protecting farm workers
2011
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.

C?esar Ch?avez

protecting farm workers
2011
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.

Daniel Boone

into the wild
2011
Examines the life and legend of Daniel Boone, who explored the American frontier of the 1700s.

Benjamin Franklin

thinker, inventor, leader
2011
Presents an illustrated account of the life and achievements of Benjamin Franklin; and examines the contributions he made and the legacy he left behind.

Sojourner Truth

a path to freedom
2011
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.

Martin Luther King Jr.

marching for equality
2011
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.

Alexander Graham Bell

called to invent
2011
Simple text and illustrations describe the life and achievements of inventor Alexander Graham Bell.

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