Pull ahead books. Biographies

Presents a brief profile of Jane Addams, who began a settlement house in Chicago in 1889 in order to provide help to the poor.

A brief biography of teacher, author, and civil rights worker Mary McLeod Bethune, who tirelessly worked to improve education for African-American girls and women.

An introduction for young readers to the African-American scientist George Washington Carver, whose research in the late 1800s produced agricultural innovations and applications for the peanut.

A brief, illustrated biography of the biologist whose writings helped initiate the environmental movement.

A brief biography of Mohandas Gandhi, who encouraged the poor people of India to stand up against the cruelty and injustice imposed upon them by the British.

An introduction to the life of Galileo, who is famous for his scientific inventions and discoveries in the field of astronomy.

Tells the life story of founding father Thomas Jefferson, covering the Declaration of Independence, his presidency, and the Louisiana Purchase.

Describes Martin Luther King Jr.'s work to gain civil rights for African-Americans, covering his inspirations, his speeches, and his nonviolent methods.

Introduces children to the life of author Roald Dahl, discussing his childhood, years in the Royal Air Force, most popular stories, the medical device he helped invent, and other related topics.

Photographs and simple text profile the life and career of baseball great, Roberto Clemente.