Primary source readers. American biographies

Presents a brief biography of Wilma Rudolph, discussing her childhood struggles with polio and scarlet fever, her Olympic triumphs, and her later years.

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

Examines the life of Amelia Earhart, discussing her achievements as a pioneering female aviator in the early twentieth century.

A brief biography of slave Harriet Tubman, who gained her own freedom and then helped other slaves get to freedom through the Underground Railroad.

Presents a brief biography of Clara Barton and chronicles her life as a teacher and nurse. Examines how she created the American Red Cross and includes photographs, illustrations, and a glossary.

An introduction to the life of Neil Armstrong, the first human being to walk on the moon.