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Presents a biography of environmentalist and chimpanzee researcher Jane Goodall. Examines the impact of Goodall's work on our understanding of these primates and illuminates her efforts to protect the natural world. Features black-and-white illustrations throughout.

Chronicles the life and career of Laura Ingalls Wilder, the author of the Little House on the Prairie books, which she based on her own experiences while growing up on the wild frontier.

Illustrated biography of Anne Frank and her world both before and during the Holocaust.

An illustrated biography of Rosa Parks that discusses her childhood, schooling, role in the civil rights movement, family life, and other related topics.

Looks at the Battle of the Alamo, including the events leading to it and the people involved.

Highlights the life and accomplishments of the children's author and illustrator Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss.

An illustrated biography introducing students to the life of Martin Luther King, Jr., discussing his childhood, schooling, beliefs, role in the civil rights movement, and other related topics.

Chronicles the life and accomplishments of Italian navigator, colonizer, and explorer Christopher Columbus.