biography

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Claude Monet

sunshine and waterlilies
Written as a report by a fictitious student, this biography of Monet profiles his life and artworks.

The story of Pocahontas

Examines the life of the Indian princess Pocahontas and her contact with English settlers, especially John Smith.

Johnny Appleseed

Recounts the story of the man who traveled west planting apple seeds to make the country a better place to live.

Harriet Tubman

An introduction to the life and work of Harriet Tubman, who helped free slaves through the Underground Railroad and continued helping freed slaves after the Civil War.

Gentle Annie

the true story of a Civil War nurse
A biography of Anna Blair Etheridge, a nurse during the Civil War, from childhood through her four years of service with the army of the Potomac.

Joe Burrow

football star
"Describes the life and career of football player Joe Burrow"--Provided by publisher.

Benjamin Franklin

Introduces young readers to the life and work of Benjamin Franklin.

Alexander Ovechkin

"Examines the life of Russian professional ice hockey player Alexander Ovechkin"--Provided by publisher.

Thomas Edison

A biography of inventor and electrical engineer Thomas Edison.

Sitting Bull

"This book examines the life of Sitting Bull, the Teton Dakota chief, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills."--Provided by publisher.

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