Leslie, Tonya

"Kamala Harris is the first woman, Black American, and South Asian American to become vice president of the United States. Before she made history, Kamala was a passionate kid who enjoyed traveling and attended civil rights protests with her family. She always wanted to help people, so she worked hard to become a lawyer, then a U.S. senator, and now, vice president! Explore how Kamala went from being a young girl to an American leader and role model. Watch Kamala progress from a little girl to vice president of the United States with a visual timeline marking the major milestones in her life."--.

"John Lewis was a civil rights leader and United States congressman who never stopped speaking up for justice, equality, and peace. Before he marched with Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement, John was a thoughtful kid who loved learning, but wasn't able to go to a good school because of segregation. He wanted to make a difference in his community, so he organized peaceful protests to end segregation and fight for equal rights for Black Americans. Explore how John went from being a young farm boy to a famous activist, politician, and leader"--Provided by publisher.

Describes the history, geography, economy, government, religious and social life, various famous people, and outstanding tourist sites of South Africa. Includes a recipe for Mealie-meal, a steamed porridge.

Presents a brief introduction to division, in simple text with illustrations, providing examples of ways to perform the basic concepts of division.

A brief biography of Abraham Lincoln that chronicles his childhood in Kentucky, years as a businessman, lawyer, and state legislator, and his presidency during the Civil War.

Examines the character trait of fairness through the life of civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr.

Explains what it means to be courageous, and looks at how Rosa Parks demonstrated courage throughout her life, especially when she took a stand against segregation by refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a white man.

Presents a brief overview of Thomas Jefferson's life, explaining how the American Revolution began and why he wrote the Declaration of Independence.