Chronicles the life of eighteenth-century African-American Benjamin Banneker, describing his work as an astronomer, mathematician, farmer, and surveyor.
A biography of Ida B. Wells-Barnett, a former slave who became a journalist dedicated to equal rights, and who fought especially for women's right to vote and an end to lynching.
Tells the life story of suffragist Elizabeth Cady Stanton, describing her marriage and family, her friendship with Susan B. Anthony, and the events that led her to work for women's rights.
Presents the life of Alice Paul, who helped give women the right to vote, by leading a march on Washington, being arrested, and meeting with President Woodrow Wilson.
Examines the life of Daniel Boone, discussing his childhood in Pennsylvania, his role in settling Kentucky, his marriage and family, and his lifelong love of hunting and exploring new places.
Examines the life and accomplishments of Benjamin Franklin, discussing his childhood in Boston, and looking at his work as a printer, publisher, writer, inventor, and diplomat.
Provides information about Molly Pitcher, a young wife during the Revolutionary War who followed her husband William into battle and took his place firing the cannon at British troops during the Battle of Monmouth after he collapsed from heat exhaustion.
