biography

Introduces Davy Crockett through photographs and brief text that use one word relating to Davy Crockett for each letter of the alphabet.

A biography of Soichiro Honda, the founder of the Honda Motor Company, discussing his early influences and career as an inventor and manufacturer of motorcycles and cars.

Presents a brief biography of Tony Blair, Prime Minister of Great Britain since 1997, and includes a description of his childhood in Scotland, his education and university days, political career, and leadership through the events of September 11, 2001 and the 2003 invasion of Iraq.

Presents an account of the Marines who came together during the battle of Iwo Jima to raise the American flag in a moment that has been immortalized in one of the most famous photographs of World War II.

Liz Murray, who was homeless at the age of fifteen and had drug-addicted parents, reflects on how she overcame obstacles and eventually attended Harvard University.

Explores the lives, careers, and legacies of Civil War generals, Ulysses S. Grant and his Confederate foe, Robert E. Lee.

Liz Murray, who was homeless at the age of fifteen and had drug-addicted parents, reflects on how she overcame obstacles and eventually attended Harvard University.

A biography of the environmental activist and former vice president of the United States.

A biography of Sally Ride, the youngest astronaut and first United States woman in space, describing her childhood, accomplishments, and reputation as a good role model for young girls.

Presents a narrative description of the life of President Barack Obama, beginning with his childhood in Hawaii, his family, his education, and professional achievements.