Todd, Anne M

Illustrations and text help young readers explore the history and culture of the Sioux Indians, including information on the events that shaped their nation and their relations with the United States and other governments.

Illustrations and text help young readers explore the history and culture of the Cherokee Indians, including information on the events that shaped their nation and their relations with the United States and other governments.

Examines the life and achievements of African-American comedian Chris Rock, discussing his childhood in South Carolina and Brooklyn, career as a comedian, family, and charity work.

An exploration of the life of Will Smith that discusses his childhood, television and motion picture roles, family, relationships, and more.

Provides an overview of the life and achievements of Jamie Foxx, discussing his childhood, teenage years, television and motion picture career, awards, and other related topics.

Chronicles the life of Mohandas Gandhi, focusing on his efforts to bring independence to India and make it a place where people of all religions and backgrounds were treated equally.

Examines the life of Roger Maris, providing information on his childhood, family, introduction to the game, playing career, accomplishments in the major leagues, and death; and including photographs, statistics, and a time line.

A biography of the man who, in December 2001, was selected to head an interim government and lead Afghanistan toward peace and prosperity after many years of occupation, violence, and poverty.

Illustrations and text help young readers explore the history and culture of the Ojibwa Indians, including information on the events that shaped their nation and their relations with the United States and other governments.

Explores the life and achievements of fashion designer Vera Wang; covering her privleged childhood in New York and Paris, education, work at "Vogue" and with Ralph Lauren, personal life, bridal business, family, and expansion into other industries. Includes chronology, glossary, and a list of additional resources.