Abraham, Philip

Examines the life and career of Tobey Maguire, the actor who has achieved fame for his leading roles in such movies as "The Cider House Rules" and "Spider-Man.".

Introduces Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play major league baseball.

An easy-to-read biography of the actor Christopher Reeve, noting the accident that left him paralyzed.

An easy-to-read biography of the man who was a publisher, inventor, scientist, and one of the authors of the Declaration of Independence.

A brief introduction to the life of Harriet Tubman, who spent her childhood in slavery and later worked to help other slaves escape north to freedom through the Underground Railroad.

An easy-to-read biography of the female aviator who was the first woman to fly alone across the country.

Introduces the type of work, dangers, and requirements for the job of firefighter.

Discusses how the CIA was created and how it functions, as well as what it takes to work for the CIA.

An easy-to-read biography of the first president of the United States.