Books with author Chris Platt

Discover the life of Harriet Tubman―a story about courage, bravery, and freedomHarriet Tubman became a celebrated leader in the fight to free people from slavery. Before that, she was a determined young girl who believed that everyone deserved to be free. Harriet Tubman bravely used the Underground Railroad―a network of secret routes and safe houses―to free herself and many other enslaved people. Explore how Harriet Tubman went from being a slave on a plantation in Maryland to one of the most important figures in American history. How will her courageous spirit inspire you?This Harriet Tubman biography includes:Path to freedom―Explore a visual timeline of Harriet’s life so you can see her progress over time.Helpful definitions―Discover a glossary with easy-to-understand definitions for the more advanced words and ideas in the book.Test your knowledge―Take a quiz to make sure you understand the who, what, where, when, why, and how of Harriet’s life.If you’ve been searching for Harriet Tubman biographies for kids, look no further―this one has it all.

Discover the life of Alexander Hamilton―a story about working hard, blazing trails, and fighting for freedom Alexander Hamilton became one of the most important Founding Fathers in American history. He helped win the Revolutionary War against England and invented our nation’s first banking system. Before that, he was a playful kid who loved to write and believed in hard work. Born on a Caribbean island, Alexander overcame many hardships to come to America and earn a name for himself. Explore how Alexander Hamilton went from being a young immigrant boy with strong values to a celebrated American leader and icon. This Alexander Hamilton chapter book for kids ages 6-8 includes: Helpful definitions―Discover a glossary with easy-to-understand definitions for the more advanced words and ideas in the book. His lasting legacy―Learn how Alexander shaped the world for future generations―including you! Test your knowledge―Take a quick quiz at the end of the book to make sure you understand the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Alexander’s life. How will Alexander Hamilton’s remarkable story inspire you?

Discover the life of Martin Luther King Jr―a story about dreaming big and peacefully standing up for civil rights Martin Luther King Jr became one of the most important civil rights leaders in America by fighting for equality for black people. Before he made history with his powerful speeches and peaceful protests, Martin was a dedicated, smart kid who loved to learn. He challenged racism and overcame hardships to follow his passion and do the right thing. Of all the Martin Luther King Jr books for kids, this one really helps you explore how Martin went from being a kid with a dream to an outstanding leader who made America a better place for everyone. How will his life inspire you to do what’s right? All Martin Luther King Jr books for kids should include: Path to power―Unlike other Martin Luther King Jr books for kids, this one has a visual timeline so you can see Martin’s progress through life. Word definitions―This standout among Martin Luther King Jr books for kids has a helpful glossary for the more advanced words and ideas inside. Lasting change―Everything that Martin Luther King Jr books for kids should be, this book explains how Martin made the world a better place for future generations.If you’ve been searching for Martin Luther King Jr books for kids that have beautiful illustrations and easy-to-read chapters, look no further―this one has it all!

Discover the life of Helen Keller―a story about hope, courage, and finding your voice Helen Keller became a celebrated author, educator, and activist who believed in equality for people with disabilities. Before she made history as the first deaf and blind person to graduate from college, Helen was a smart kid who loved learning. She overcame many challenges to learn how to read, write, and talk. She spoke up for other people with disabilities so they could get equal rights. Explore how Helen Keller went from being a young girl in Alabama to the world-famous First Lady of Courage. The Story of Helen Keller includes: Word definitions―Find a helpful glossary for some of the more advanced words and ideas in the book. Test your knowledge―Take a fun quiz that tests the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Helen’s life.Lasting change―Learn about how Helen made the world a better place for future generations. How will the extraordinary journey of Helen Keller inspire you?

Discover the life of Alexander Hamilton—a story about working hard, blazing trails, and fighting for freedom Alexander Hamilton became one of the most important Founding Fathers in American history. He helped win the Revolutionary War against England and invented our nation’s first banking system. Before that, he was a playful kid who loved to write and believed in hard work. Born on a Caribbean island, Alexander overcame many hardships to come to America and earn a name for himself. Explore how Alexander Hamilton went from being a young immigrant boy with strong values to a celebrated American leader and icon. This Alexander Hamilton chapter book for kids ages 6-8 includes: Helpful definitions—Discover a glossary with easy-to-understand definitions for the more advanced words and ideas in the book. His lasting legacy—Learn how Alexander shaped the world for future generations—including you! Test your knowledge—Take a quick quiz at the end of the book to make sure you understand the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Alexander’s life. How will Alexander Hamilton’s remarkable story inspire you?

Discover the life of Harriet Tubman—a story about courage, bravery, and freedomHarriet Tubman became a celebrated leader in the fight to free people from slavery. Before that, she was a determined young girl who believed that everyone deserved to be free. Harriet Tubman bravely used the Underground Railroad—a network of secret routes and safe houses—to free herself and many other enslaved people. Explore how Harriet Tubman went from being a slave on a plantation in Maryland to one of the most important figures in American history. How will her courageous spirit inspire you?This Harriet Tubman biography includes:Path to freedom—Explore a visual timeline of Harriet’s life so you can see her progress over time.Helpful definitions—Discover a glossary with easy-to-understand definitions for the more advanced words and ideas in the book.Test your knowledge—Take a quiz to make sure you understand the who, what, where, when, why, and how of Harriet’s life.If you’ve been searching for Harriet Tubman biographies for kids, look no further—this one has it all.

Katie makes a sacrifice to save the life of a disabled racing colt—but will it all be in vain?At Willow Run Thoroughbred Farm, horses are born and bred for racing. When a much-anticipated bay colt endowed with the farm’s finest racing blood is born with terribly twisted legs, the obvious choice is to put him down. He’d be lucky if he could stand and nurse, let alone race. But thirteen-year-old Katie can’t stand the idea. Born with one of her legs almost an inch shorter than the other, she wonders what would have happened if her parents had felt the same way about her. What if they had given up on her entirely when they realized she couldn’t be a prima ballerina?Desperate to save the colt’s life, Katie works out a deal with the farm’s owner and becomes the proud owner of Willow King. Can she help him overcome the odds and claim his place as the racehorse royalty he was born to be?

In the rough-and-tumble Nevada landscape, where every day brings a new threat to the wild mustangs’ natural way of life, can Callie save her dream horse when disaster strikes?Plucky thirteen-year-old Callie McLean loves nothing more than to watch the herd of wild mustangs frolic near her farm in the rocky desert of Northern Nevada. School’s out for the summer, which means three months of hanging out with horses and her best friend, Billie—and three months of freedom from classmates teasing her about her hippie clothes, two-dollar words, and organic-farmer parents. Callie gets to study with their equine veterinarian all summer too.When Callie learns her favorite wild palomino mare, Moonbeam, is in foal, she’s ecstatic. And Cloud Dancer, the golden buckskin stallion, is going to be a father. Callie can’t imagine a more beautiful pairing. But her summer idyll is broken when the Bureau of Land Management rounds up the mustangs for penning and adoption. Callie is heartbroken that the majestic horses will no longer live in the wild. Maybe she can adopt Moonbeam herself. But when the trauma of the round-up leaves Moonbeam and her new foal, Moon Shadow, in trouble, it seems Callie might lose her dream horse and the new foal forever.