Presents a biography of the life of escaped slave, Harriet Tubman, who helped others to freedom on the Underground Railroad and who worked as a spy for the Union during the American Civil War.
Presents an introduction to the piano, in simple text with illustrations, explaining the invention of the piano in Italy by Bartolomeo Cristofori in the late seventeenth century and describing the other events that were occurring around the world at the same time.
Examines the life and accomplishments of Polish-born scientist Marie Curie, discussing the challenges she faced as a woman in the field of chemistry, and looking at her pioneering work in radiology.
Tells the life story of baseball player Sammy Sosa, describing his early life in the Dominican Republic, his home run race against Mark McGwire in 1998, and his charity work.
Examines the life and career of Roberto Clemente, a baseball player from Puerto Rico who overcame racism and other challenges to become a hero to the Spanish-speaking world, and the first Latin American player to be inducted into the baseball Hall of Fame.
